African Country Profiles

The South Africa Country Brief – December 2025, published by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), provides an overview of South Africa's economic performance, political environment, international trade, financial sector, and external debt sustainability. The report examines GDP growth, inflation, foreign exchange reserves, major trading partners, and intra-African trade, supported by historical economic data and forecasts for 2025–2026. It offers valuable insights for businesses, investors, policymakers, and researchers seeking to understand South Africa's economic outlook and regional trade opportunities.