South Africa posts 0.8 pct GDP growth in Q2


  • World
  • Wednesday, 10 Sep 2025

JOHANNESBURG, Sep. 9 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 0.8 percent in the second quarter (Q2) of 2025, lifted by manufacturing, official data showed on Tuesday.

Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) said seven out of 10 manufacturing divisions expanded, while trade, catering, and accommodation also contributed to the uptick.

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