Country intelligence / Southern Africa

South Africa

Listed companies, financial markets and industrial networks make South Africa a focal point for understanding capital and business across the continent.

Population64M2024 · World Bank

GDP, current US$US$401.1B2024 · World Bank

CurrencySouth African rand (ZAR)

Major exchangeJohannesburg Stock Exchange

Historical indicators, not live estimates. GDP is nominal, in current US dollars. Source checked 4 October 2026.

Key sectors & coverage themes

Investment Energy Infrastructure

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Companies in focus

South Africa · Telecommunications

MTN Group

MTN is a South African telecommunications group with operations across African markets. Its activities include mobile connectivity, digital infrastructure and financial services. Group-level reporting and the results of individual listed operating companies cover different businesses and currencies.

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