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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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X-Ray Equipment Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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... X-Ray Equipment Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for X-ray equipment in South Africa ... , current market situation, and future outlook of the X-ray equipment market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
July 2016
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Electro-Diagnostic Equipment Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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July 2016
25 pages
Dental Fitting Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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July 2016
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Dental Instrument and Appliance Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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... size of the dental instrument and appliance market in South Africa? How is the dental instrument and appliance market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different ... market situation, and future outlook of the dental instrument and appliance market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
July 2016
19 pages
Medical Furniture Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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July 2016
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Compound Optical Microscope Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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June 2016
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Spectacle Frame and Mounting Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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June 2016
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Cinematographic Camera and Projector Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 553.00
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June 2016
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Image Projector Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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June 2016
19 pages
Lens Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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June 2016
21 pages
Objective Lens Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 553.00
... current size of the objective lens market in South Africa? How is the objective lens market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different product ... , current market situation, and future outlook of the objective lens market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
June 2016
19 pages
Photographic Camera Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 553.00
... Photographic Camera Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for photographic cameras in South Africa ... , current market situation, and future outlook of the photographic camera market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
June 2016
33 pages
South Africa Automobile Market Outlook to 2022 (Q2 2016)- Supply, Demand of Cars, CVs and Autos
US$ 999.00
... South Africa Automobile Market Outlook to 2022” is a comprehensive report on South Africa cars, CVs and other autos in the country. Historic and forecasted data for South Africa passenger cars, light ... motor cycles is included in the research work. The current market conditions in South Africa Automobile sector are analyzed through SWOT analysis, industry trends, drivers ...
June 2016
70 pages
Brandhouse Beverages (Pty) Ltd in Alcoholic Drinks (South Africa)
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Brandhouse Beverages will continue to represent Heineken and Namibia Breweries' brands in South Africa until these companies have established a new marketing, sales and ... cease these operations in the early part of the forecast period. Brandhouse is meanwhile likely to benefit from a more simplified ownership structure, being ...
June 2016
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KWV International (Pty) Ltd in Alcoholic Drinks (South Africa)
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KWV International will continue to focus on offering distinctive and premium products in the ... company is likely to seek new distribution agreements for global brands in South Africa, while also continuing to launch its own innovative products. The ...
June 2016
2 pages
Angledozers and bulldozers in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Angledozers and bulldozers in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for angledozers and bulldozers in South Africa. The summary includes market ... for angledozers and bulldozers in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Angledozers and bulldozers (crawler type) Angledozers and bulldozers (wheeled) Angledozer and bulldozer blades ...
May 2016
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Cheese in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Cheese in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for cheese in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... cheese in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Blue-veined cheese Fresh (unripened or uncured) cheese Grated or powdered cheese Other processed cheese ...
May 2016
1 pages
Cream and milk in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Cream and milk in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for cream and milk in South Africa. The summary includes market ... for cream and milk in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Milk (not sweetened, not concentrated, less than 1% fat) Milk ...
May 2016
1 pages
Dairy products in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Dairy products in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for dairy products in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... questions: What is the market size for dairy products in South Africa? How is the market divided into different kinds of products? Is the market growing or decreasing? How ...
May 2016
1 pages
Gas turbine engines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Gas turbine engines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for gas turbine engines in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... for gas turbine engines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Gas turbine engines (power less than 5000 kW) Gas turbine engines (power more than 5000 kW) Gas turbine engine ...
May 2016
1 pages
Insulated wire and cable in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Insulated wire and cable in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for insulated wire and cable in South Africa. The summary includes market ... total market size for insulated wire and cable in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Co-axial cable and other co-axial ...
May 2016
1 pages
Kneading and mixing machines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Kneading and mixing machines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for kneading and mixing machines in South Africa. The summary includes market ... size for kneading and mixing machines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Concrete and mortar mixing machines Machines for mixing mineral substances ...
May 2016
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Marine propulsion engines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Marine propulsion engines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for marine propulsion engines in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... size for marine propulsion engines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Marine propulsion spark-ignition engines (outboard) Other marine propulsion spark-ignition engines Marine propulsion diesel engines
May 2016
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Milk fats and oils in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Milk fats and oils in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for milk fats and oils in South Africa. The summary includes market ... market size for milk fats and oils in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Butter Dairy spreads Other milk fats and oils
May 2016
1 pages
Mining and construction machines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Mining and construction machines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for mining and construction machines in South Africa. The summary includes market ... for mining and construction machines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Track-laying tractors Off-highway dump trucks Mine ...
May 2016
1 pages
Self-propelled earth moving and road making equipment in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Self-propelled earth moving and road making equipment in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for self-propelled earth moving and road making equipment in South Africa ... the following questions: What is the market size for self-propelled earth moving and road making equipment in South Africa? How is the market divided into different kinds ...
May 2016
1 pages
Turbines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Turbines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for turbines in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... turbines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Gas turbine engines Water wheels and hydraulic turbines Vapour and steam turbines ...
May 2016
1 pages
Vapour and steam turbines in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Vapour and steam turbines in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for vapour and steam turbines in South Africa. The summary includes market ... steam turbines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Marine propulsion turbines Other vapour and steam turbines (output less than 40 MW) Other vapour and steam turbines ...
May 2016
1 pages
Water wheels and hydraulic turbines in South Africa - Industry summary
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... for water wheels and hydraulic turbines in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Water wheels and hydraulic turbines (power less than 1000 kW) Water wheels and hydraulic turbines (power 1000-10000 kW) Water wheels ...
May 2016
1 pages
Foodcorp (Pty) Ltd in Pet Care (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Foodcorp aims to be the most innovative packaged food and pet food company in South Africa, by continuously developing new products and improving current brands through ... through this collection of snapshot company profiles. Product coverage: Pet Food, Pet Products. Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company ...
May 2016
2 pages
Absolute Pets Pty Ltd in Pet Care (South Africa)
US$ 150.00
Absolute Pets is a pet care retail chain. It has more than 30 outlets in the Western Cape and Gauteng. As part of its strategy, Absolute Pets aims to become the top pet care retailer in South Africa. It plans to achieve this by gaining more presence ...
May 2016
2 pages
Insulated Cable and Wire Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
... size of the insulated cable and wire market in South Africa? How is the insulated cable and wire market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different ... market situation, and future outlook of the insulated cable and wire market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
May 2016
29 pages
Hydraulic Turbine and Water Wheel Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
... questions: What is the current size of the hydraulic turbine and water wheel market in South Africa? How is the hydraulic turbine and water wheel market divided into different types of product segments ... development, current market situation, and future outlook of the hydraulic turbine and water wheel market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities ...
May 2016
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Marine Propulsion Engine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
... Marine Propulsion Engine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for marine propulsion engines in South Africa ... current size of the marine propulsion engine market in South Africa? How is the marine propulsion engine market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different product ...
May 2016
21 pages
Steam and Vapour Turbine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
... size of the steam and vapour turbine market in South Africa? How is the steam and vapour turbine market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different ... market situation, and future outlook of the steam and vapour turbine market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
May 2016
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Bulldozer and Angledozer Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
... size of the bulldozer and angledozer market in South Africa? How is the bulldozer and angledozer market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different ... market situation, and future outlook of the bulldozer and angledozer market in South Africa to 2020 Track industry developments and identify market opportunities Plan and develop marketing, market-entry, market expansion ...
May 2016
21 pages
Gas Turbine Engine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
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... Gas Turbine Engine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts offers the most up-to-date industry data on the actual market situation, and future outlook for gas turbine engines in South Africa ... current size of the gas turbine engine market in South Africa? How is the gas turbine engine market divided into different types of product segments? How are the overall market and different product ...
May 2016
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Mixing and Kneading Machine Market in South Africa to 2020 - Market Size, Development, and Forecasts
US$ 555.08
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May 2016
21 pages
South Africa Oil Storage and Products Industry Outlook to 2025- Forecasts of Gasoline, Diesel/Gasoil, Jet/Kerosene, LPG and fuel oil, Planned Storage Projects, Capacity, Companies and Investments
US$ 1,200.00
South Africa oil storage industry report (2016) from the leading publisher - OG ANALYSIS, is a complete study focusing on oil, chemicals and petroleum products storage ... to 2020 Business Profiles of leading South Africa storage operators oil and gas storage news, deals and events in South Africa storage sector
May 2016
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Hair products in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Hair products in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for hair products in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... total market size for hair products in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Hair lacquers Hair shampoos Hair waving and straightening products Other hair products
May 2016
1 pages
Oral and dental hygiene products in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Oral and dental hygiene products in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for oral and dental hygiene products in South Africa. The summary includes market ... the total market size for oral and dental hygiene products in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Dental floss Dentifrices Other oral and dental hygiene products
May 2016
1 pages
Skin care and make-up products in South Africa - Industry summary
US$ 22.68
The Skin care and make-up products in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for skin care and make-up products in South Africa. The summary includes market ... skin care and make-up products in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Eye make-up products Lip make-up products Skin care and make-up powders Manicure and pedicure products Other skin care and make-up products ...
May 2016
1 pages
Soaps in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Soaps in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for soaps in South Africa. The summary includes market size data ... total market size for soaps in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Solid toilet soaps Other solid soaps Other soaps
May 2016
1 pages
Artificial and prepared waxes in South Africa - Industry summary
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The Artificial and prepared waxes in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for artificial and prepared waxes in South Africa. The summary includes market ... market size for artificial and prepared waxes in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Artificial and prepared waxes of polyethylene glycol Other artificial and prepared waxes
May 2016
1 pages
Creams and polishes in South Africa - Industry summary
US$ 22.68
... creams and polishes in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Creams and polishes for coachwork Creams and polishes for footwear and leather Creams and polishes ...
May 2016
1 pages
Toiletries, cosmetics and perfumes in South Africa - Industry summary
US$ 22.68
The Toiletries, cosmetics and perfumes in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for toiletries, cosmetics and perfumes in South Africa. The summary includes market ... answer the following questions: What is the market size for toiletries, cosmetics and perfumes in South Africa? How is the market divided into different kinds of products ...
May 2016
1 pages
Primary cells and batteries in South Africa - Industry summary
US$ 22.68
The Primary cells and batteries in South Africa - Industry summary enables readers the perspectives to be able to evaluate the market for primary cells and batteries in South Africa. The summary includes market ... primary cells and batteries in South Africa as well as the market size for the following kinds of products: Air-zinc primary cells and batteries Lithium primary cells and batteries Manganese dioxid primary cells and batteries ...
May 2016
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