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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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Home Improvement and Gardening Stores in South Africa
US$ 990.00
... into the South African retail market are slowly but effectively manifesting in all the channels in which Massmart operates. Home improvement and gardening stores is one ... pricing in order to try and contain the... Euromonitor International's Home Improvement and Gardening Stores in South Africa report offers insight into key trends and developments driving ...
May 2013
37 pages
Massmart Holding Ltd in Retailing (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Massmart Holding was acquired by the US retail giant Wal-Mart in June 2011. This acquisition came as a surprise to the whole South African retail ... and distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Retailing market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; ...
May 2013
4 pages
Mr Price Group Ltd in Retailing (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
... Price Group is aiming to increase its target segment, and retain those consumers whose financial position has improved over the last ... marketing approach. The company aims to provide fashionable products at relatively low prices. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a concise set of briefings ...
May 2013
3 pages
Pepkor Holdings Ltd in Retailing (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Pepkor aims to maintain its leading position within apparel specialist retailers by striving to offer products at low prices in order to increase its share. ... distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Retailing market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; ...
May 2013
2 pages
Truworths Group Pty Ltd in Retailing (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Truworths will focus on increasing its sales area by increasing its outlet numbers across all brands. It will also look at expanding and refurbishing its existing stores. The company also remains focused on targeting middle- to high-income consumers. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a ...
May 2013
3 pages
Verimark Holdings Pty Ltd in Retailing (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Verimark Holdings aims to continuously bring innovations from across the globe to consumers in South Africa, and aims to differentiate itself from other retailers as the first choice retailer through the sale of unique and high-quality products. Euromonitor International Local Company ...
May 2013
2 pages
Joekels Tea Packers in Hot Drinks (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
The objective of Joekels Tea Packers is to offer value-for-money products with consistency in quality and pricing. The company has a strong presence in ... and distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Hot Drinks market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; ...
May 2013
2 pages
Tobacco Products - South Africa
US$ 653.00
... the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for tobacco products in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for decision- ... potential for the market? How the macroeconomic indicators look like? Product types discussed in the study: Cigarettes Cigars, cigarillos and cheroots ...
May 2013
22 pages
Animal Food - South Africa
US$ 653.00
... on the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for animal food in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for decision- ... market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the animal food market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of ...
April 2013
20 pages
Sugar - South Africa
US$ 653.00
... on the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for sugar in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for decision-makers ... This market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the sugar market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of ...
April 2013
24 pages
Confectionery Product Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... for confectionery products by type Forecasts and future outlook of the market Macroeconomic indicators This market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the confectionery product market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? ...
April 2013
23 pages
Pasta - South Africa
US$ 653.00
... on the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for pasta in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for decision-makers ... This market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the pasta market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of ...
April 2013
21 pages
Cement - South Africa
US$ 653.00
... on the actual market situation, trends and future outlook for cement in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for decision-makers ... This market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the cement market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of ...
March 2013
21 pages
Epic Foods (Pty) Ltd in Packaged Food (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Epic Foods aims to continue to build its brands to be one of the leading household names within South African oils and fats. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a concise set of briefings detailing the strategic direction taken by a company. Discover key contact ...
February 2013
2 pages
Eskort Bacon Co-Operative Ltd in Packaged Food (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Eskort Bacon Co-Operative Ltd is one of South Africa’s leading meat processing companies. It hopes to continually grow its presence through innovation and possible mergers and acquisitions. Euromonitor International Local Company Profiles are a concise set of briefings detailing the ...
February 2013
2 pages
Orley Foods in Packaged Food (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Orley Foods has shifted its main focus away from the manufacture of ingredients to the retail and foodservice sides of the company’s business. ... and distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Packaged Food market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; ...
February 2013
28 pages
Pioneer Food Group Ltd in Packaged Food (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Pioneer Food Group Ltd aims to improve its shares in packaged food and to diversify into value-added products through brand extension and ... distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the Packaged Food market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; Understand ...
February 2013
49 pages
Tiger Brands Ltd in Packaged Food (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Tiger Brands is one of the leading manufacturers of packaged food in South Africa. The company plans to continue to drive South African volume growth to ... Savoury Snacks. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data. Why buy this report? Get a ...
February 2013
3 pages
Safety Glass Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... THIS MARKET STUDY ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the safety glass market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is the ...
February 2013
21 pages
Turbine Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... THIS MARKET STUDY ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the turbine market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is ...
February 2013
22 pages
Food and Beverage Processing Machinery Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... market situation, trends and future outlook for food and beverage processing machinery in South Africa. The study provides essential market information for ... ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the food and beverage processing machinery market in South Africa? How is the market divided in
February 2013
28 pages
Rubber Tyre Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... THIS MARKET STUDY ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the rubber tyre market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is the ...
February 2013
25 pages
South Africa Mobile Service Market, Subscribers & Companies Forecast to 2015
US$ 1,100.00
... . This 120 page Renub Research report titled “South Africa Mobile Service Market, Subscribers & Companies Forecast to 2015” contains 97 Figures. This ... & Others) Revenue (2008 to 2011) and Forecast (2012 to 2015) Cell C Mobile Service (Voice, Data, Messaging, Interconnection & Others) Revenue (2008 to 2011) ...
January 2013
121 pages
Construction and Mining Machinery Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the construction and mining machinery market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of ... Pile-extractors and pile-drivers Road rollers, compacting and tamping machinery Rock and coal cutters Scrapers Track-laying tractors Other construction ...
January 2013
31 pages
Internal Combustion Engine Filter Market in South Africa
US$ 653.00
... ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS: What is the size of the internal combustion engine filter market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is ...
January 2013
19 pages
Glass Packaging Market in South Africa
US$ 649.00
... market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the glass packaging market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is the ...
December 2012
20 pages
Fishing Equipment Market in South Africa
US$ 649.00
... market study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the fishing equipment market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is ...
December 2012
21 pages
Iron and Steel Fasteners Market in South Africa
US$ 649.00
... study answers to questions such as: What is the size of the iron and steel fasteners market in South Africa? How is the market divided into different types of products? Which products are growing fast? How the market has been developing? How does the future look like? What is ...
December 2012
27 pages
Contract Logistics in South Africa
US$ 1,295.00
... along with forecast growth trends for contract logistics markets. Extracted from Analytiqa's Africa Logistics 2012 report, this country insight ... drive manufacturers and retailers to outsource supply chain activity to specialist logistics service providers. As a supplier or 3PL, this research will enable the ...
November 2012
45 pages
South Africa Water Purifier Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2017
US$ 4,400.00
... water purifiers. ‘South Africa Water Purifier Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2017’ discusses the following aspects related to water purifiers market in South Africa: Residential Water Purifier Market Size, Share & Forecast Counter Top, Under Counter and Portable Water Purifier Market ...
October 2012
65 pages
Televisions and Projectors in South Africa
US$ 990.00
South Africa is a step closer towards migrating to a digital terrestrial television broadcasting regime. The 2010 World Cup meant that South Africa had to spend a lot of money ... to digital television. In April 2012, the Minister of Communications, Ms Dina Pule, announced that Sentech, the organisation... Euromonitor International's Televisions and Projectors in South Africa report offers ...
October 2012
26 pages
Video Players in South Africa
US$ 990.00
... . Showing constant growth in 2011, Blu-ray technology... Euromonitor International's Video Players in South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape of the ... of the Video Players market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving change; Understand the competitive environment, the market’s major players and ...
October 2012
26 pages
Analyzing the Hair Care Market in South Africa
US$ 300.00
... of the hair care market in South Africa. The report begins with an analysis of the basics of hair care and then moves on to analyze the hair care industry in South Africa. The report analyzes the market segmentation, market share ...
August 2012
60 pages
Medicated Skin Care in South Africa
US$ 990.00
Medicated skin care is characterised by intensive competition; such a trend restricted entry for new entrants during 2011. Skin care is very competitive and consumers really need to be convinced of the effectiveness of a product as well as its affordability. Euromonitor International's Medicated Skin Care in South Africa report offers ...
May 2012
32 pages
DIY, Home Improvement and Garden Centres in South Africa
US$ 990.00
... is expected to be supported by Massmart’s improved funding levels from the acquisition which has improved its... Euromonitor International's DIY, Home Improvement and Garden Centres in South Africa report offers insight ... . Why buy this report? Get a detailed picture of the DIY, Home Improvement and Garden Centres market; Pinpoint growth sectors and identify factors driving ...
April 2012
33 pages
Furniture and Furnishings Stores in South Africa
US$ 990.00
... is essential for continued survival in the furniture industry where business tends to be slower. Euromonitor International's Furniture and Furnishings Stores in South Africa report offers insight into key ... , discounters, convenience stores, mixed retailers, health and beauty retailers, clothing and footwear retailers, furniture and furnishing stores, DIY and hardware stores, durable goods ...
April 2012
45 pages
Analyzing the Tobacco Industry in South Africa
US$ 320.00
... . Aruvians Rsearch analyzes the South African tobacco industry in its research offering Analyzing the Tobacco Industry in South Africa. The report is an in-depth profile of the tobacco industry in South Africa as well as the ...
March 2012
75 pages
Pharmaceutical Industry in South Africa
US$ 300.00
... complete analysis of the Pharmaceutical Industry in South Africa. The report covers a brief profile of the global pharmaceutical industry, the TRIPS agreement ... in the industry, and the key players in the pharmaceutical industry in South Africa – complete with a SWOT analysis of the leading companies ...
February 2012
100 pages
Men's Jeans in South Africa
US$ 990.00
Basic jeans are the biggest winners in the men’s jeans market in 2010. This may be because many basic 5-pocket jeans are locally produced and ... to buy a branded pair of jeans, but are looking for value, a basic jean is the best option. Euromonitor International's Men's Jeans in South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide ...
October 2011
41 pages
Men's Underwear, Nightwear and Swimwear in South Africa
US$ 900.00
... has been a rather neglected segment across all brands and retailers in South Africa, but it is one which is receiving greater investment and ranges ... and Billabong. These are... Euromonitor International's Men's Underwear, Nightwear and Swimwear in South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide to the size ...
October 2011
41 pages
Women's Jeans in South Africa
US$ 900.00
... . Premium labels have suffered through the recession with private label jeans eating into their market share. Premium brands are under extreme ... result of cotton prices rising at the end of 2010. Euromonitor International's Women's Jeans in South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ...
October 2011
42 pages
Women's Underwear, Nightwear and Swimwear in South Africa
US$ 900.00
Large retailers have seen the value in introducing larger sizes for underwear as well as more glamorous ranges, and have started to focus on this. ... stores that only stock... Euromonitor International's Women's Underwear, Nightwear and Swimwear in South Africa report offers a comprehensive guide to the size ...
October 2011
42 pages
South African Retail Industry Forecast to 2013
US$ 1,000.00
The South Africa retail industry is one of largest retail industry in the Sub Saharan region that presents profitable investment opportunities for new players. With surging middle class, rising income...
September 2011
50 pages
Baby Care in South Africa
US$ 990.00
... . This remains a trend in relation to baby care in South Africa, with some mothers even going so far as to only bathe their babies with cotton wool and water for the first few months. Euromonitor International's Baby Care in South Africa report offers a comprehensive ...
July 2011
27 pages
Insecticides in South Africa
US$ 990.00
Climatic conditions greatly impact the growth of the insecticides category in South Africa. Sales are dependent on whether consumers have an influx of bugs or mosquitoes. ... they maintain their brands’ value share position. Euromonitor International's Insecticides in South Africa market report offers a comprehensive guide to the size and shape ...
July 2011
18 pages
