International Trade in South Africa

International Trade in South Africa

South Africa is the economic giant of the African continent, contributing nearly 40% to the total African GDP. In the secondary sector, 75% of the biggest African companies are South African. Rebonding after the severe international economic crisis and enjoying the benefits of the... Read more

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    Concargo Global Logistics (Pty) Ltd

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    Concargo is a multifarious internationally associated, non-asset-based, globally affiliated and integrated logistics company providing...
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    INTEC EXPORTS INDIA PVT.LTD.

    Machinery Sales and Distribution, South Africa

    An ISO certified company, 'Intec Export India Pvt. Ltd.' brings forth the best range of products. It has over the years grown...
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    Cape Classics

    Distributors, South Africa

    Cape Classics was established by Andre Shearer in 1992, with a mission of bringing the crème de la crème of South...

Overview About International Trade in South Africa

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South Africa has a subsoil rich in mineral resources. It is the world's largest producer and exporter of gold and platinum and the 5th largest producer of diamonds. The country produces 70% of the world's platinum and also has 60% of the world's coal reserves.

The country has diverse manufacturing industries and is a world leader in several specialized sectors, including railway rolling stock, synthetic fuels, mining equipment and machinery. The services sector is flourishing (almost two thirds of the GNP) and tourism should continue to grow after the stimulus it has received from the World Football Cup.  Agriculture only represents a small part of the GNP but employs 30% of the country's active population. South Africa is the 6th largest producer of wine in the world.

South Africa has a sophisticated financial structure with an active stock exchange that ranks among the world's top 20 in terms of market capitalization. Nevertheless, it has to be pointed out that the Rand weakened considerably during the financial crisis. Consequently, the South African government has put in place funds to support companies to guard against a higher depreciation.

 

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