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South Africa posts strongest economic growth in three years

Citrus fruits stored in crates at South African export facility.
Fresh oranges and mandarins packed for export in South Africa’s fruit industry.

South Africa’s economy is finally shifting into a higher gear! New data reveals that the nation’s GDP grew by 1.1% in 2025, marking its strongest performance in three years. This momentum was fueled by a massive 17.4% surge in agricultural output, alongside steady gains in the finance and trade sectors. While a decade of power shortages previously stalled progress, a wave of fresh reforms is successfully boosting investor confidence. Experts are optimistic that growth could hit 2% by 2028, provided global oil price surges due to the conflict in Iran do not disrupt growth. For now, the “Rainbow Nation” is proving that steady economic repair is yielding real-world results.

Bloomberg

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