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South Africa: an economic profile
South Africa is one of the world’s few countries to split the role of capital between 3 cities. The official capital, Pretoria, enjoys a population of 1 million. Cape Town serves as the legislative capital with a population of 2.9 million whilst the judiciary is based in the smaller Bloemfontain with only 370,000 residents. The largest city, though, by far is Jonnasburg with 3.2 million people. The country’s total population is 49 million. It is a parliamentary democracy with powers split between President and Parliament. The present President is Jacob Zuma.
Economic background
South Africa had a GDP of USD 578.6 billion as of 2012 and a growth rate of 2.6% – a figure lower that during 1993-2007 when the economy grew for 62 consecutive quarters at a level of around 5% on average. It was hit badly by the crisis of 2008-2009, with growth slowing to around 3%. However, it is still regarded as one of the world’s most important emerging economies, and in 2011, it joined Russia, Brazil, China, and India to become known as the BRIC economies of emerging nations. It has an inflation rate of around 5%, but its unemployment rate is extremely high – around 25%. The government has poured a lot of money in infrastructure, and this combined with the sound legal framework makes it a trusted country for investment. Its top export partners are China, the USA, Japan, Germany and the UK, whilst it imports from the USA, China, Germany, Japan, India, Saudi Arabia, and the UK.
Industrial Analysis
The country has a widely spread industrial base with income generated as follows: agriculture – 2.2%, mining – 10%, manufacturing – around 12.5 %, electricity and water – nearly 2.5%, construction – just under 4%, wholesale retail and motor trade – just over 16%, transport storage and communications – 9%, finance real estate and business services – over 21%, government services – 6.7%, and personal services – close to 6%.
Mining
South Africa is deemed to have the world’s 5th largest mining reserves valued at some USD 2.5 trillion. It has a long history of mineral and metal extraction. Deposits include: platinum, manganese, chromite ore, gold, diamonds, and vanadium.
Gold accounts for one third of the country's exports. The country is also the fourth largest diamond producer in the world. The mining sector generates half of the nation’s foreign exchange. Companies like Exxaro, De Beers, and Anglo American Corporation are recognised as having world class technical expertise. 42% of companies quoted on the Johannesburg stock exchange are mining related. The government is trying to develop downstream industries which add value to the raw material rather than just exporting the raw product. The industry has been suffering recently from a range of industrial relations problems with strikes hitting the gold fields.
Automotive industry
Multinationals from all over the world use South Africa to create components and assemble vehicles because of its low production costs and access to new markets. Companies with manufacturing bases in the Republic comprise BMW, GM, Ford, Toyota, Nissan, Mercedes Benz, Renault, and Volkswagen.
The sector contributes 6% of GDP and 12% of manufacturing exports. 28,000 people are employed directly in the industry, with 61,000 being engaged in component construction. It is based in the Eastern Cape and Gauteng. The Government implemented a plan – "Automotive Development and Production Plan" – aimed to expand production to 1.2 million vehicles by 2020.
Tourism
Tourism is recognised by the government as a key industrial sector. The wonderful natural resources of the country have been enhanced by strategic think as to how they can be used to build the economy. In 2009, it contributed 7.9% to GDP, and it currently supports one in twelve jobs in the economy. The sector was given a tremendous boost in 2010 when the country staged the football World Cup and attracted 8.1 million visitors. This grew to 8.3 million in 2011. No fragment of the tourism market has been neglected. Business tourism has been an expanding area with the country having over 1000 conference and exhibition centers. However, the country also promotes eco tourism, paleo tourism and sports and adventure tourism.
Electronics
Electronics together with transport and storage account for 10% of GDP. It is one of the swiftest growing areas of the economy mainly based around mobile telephony. Its telephone network is 99.9% digital which is the most developed in Africa. It is a world leader in prepayment and fraud prevention systems. Multinational companies with subsidiaries in South Africa include: IBM, Unisys, Microsoft, Intel, Dell, and Compaq.
In conclusion, most research reports see South Africa as an expanding economy with growth in a variety of sectors. It is moving away from reliance on mineral wealth by using the income produced from these industries to diversify its economic base. Multinational companies have not been slow to recognise it as a sound centre from which to develop the expanding African market for a range of products.
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Carpet and Rug Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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March 2016
23 pages
Knotted Carpet and Rug Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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March 2016
19 pages
Tufted Carpet and Rug Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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March 2016
23 pages
Woven Carpet and Rug Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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March 2016
25 pages
Dental and Oral Hygiene Product Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
21 pages
Motor Vehicle Part Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
43 pages
Hair Product Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
23 pages
Make-Up and Skin Care Product Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
25 pages
Soap Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
21 pages
Polish and Cream Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
25 pages
Cosmetic, Perfume and Toiletry Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
31 pages
Motor Vehicle Engine Part Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
19 pages
Prepared and Artificial Wax Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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February 2016
19 pages
Primary Battery and Cell Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
29 pages
Electric Accumulator Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
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Electrical Capacitor Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
33 pages
Electronic Component Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
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Semiconductor Device Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
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Electrical Resistor Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
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Lead-Acid Electric Accumulator Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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January 2016
19 pages
Global Market for Marine & Protective Coatings - South Africa
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July 2015
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Global Market for Marine Coatings - South Africa
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July 2015
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July 2015
37 pages
Nampak Ltd. (South Africa): Market Research Report
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January 2015
146 pages
Plasterboard Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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November 2014
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Aircraft Part Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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November 2014
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Metal Fastener Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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November 2014
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November 2014
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Metal Spring Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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November 2014
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Apparel Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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August 2014
31 pages
Gas Turbine Market in South Africa to 2018 - Market Size, Trends, and Forecasts
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February 2014
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January 2014
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January 2014
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