SA’s GDP grows by 0.8% in Q2, boosted by manufacturing sector

Data released by Statistics South Africa shows that the country’s economy grew by 0.8% in the second quarter from 0.1 % in the first quarter of 2025.

The jump in gross domestic product was supported by production growth in the manufacturing, mining and trade sectors.

Demand was also positive in the period characterised by stronger household consumption and low imports.

[WATCH] South Africa’s economy grew by 0.8% in Q2, up from 0.1% in Q1, driven by manufacturing, mining and trade. Mandisa Zavala, Head of Asset Allocation at AlexForbes Investments, is unpacking the numbers. pic.twitter.com/8699jJ4vu0

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