South Africa Economic Outlook 2025

latest news & developments

South Africa’s economy expanded by 0.8% during the second quarter of 2025, following a marginal increase of 0.1% during the first quarter.

AGRICULTURE SECTOR GROWTH SOUTH AFRICA

SA economy expands by 0.8% in second quarter of 2025

Eight of 10 industries contributed to positive GDP growth during the quarter

Aarti Bhana

Businesses must demonstrate resilience amid local systemic challenges to attract foreign investment. (Waldo Swiegers/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

BRICS ECONOMIC PROSPECTS FOR 2025

Mixed outlook for South Africa’s key trade partners in 2025

Businesses must demonstrate resilience amid local systemic challenges to attract foreign investment

Lyse Comins