Merchandise Exports in South Africa
Merchandise exports were worth USD 111.4 billion in 2024 in South Africa compared to USD 93.3 billion ten years earlier, and averaged USD 97.8 billion over the last decade. For more exports information, visit our dedicated page.
South Africa Merchandise Exports Chart
Note: This chart displays Exports (USD billion) for South Africa from 2014 to 2024.
Source: Macrobond.
South Africa Merchandise Exports Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Exports (USD bn) | 84.7 | 121.6 | 123.7 | 112.3 | 111.4 |
| Merchandise Exports (ann. var. %) | -5.9 | 43.5 | 1.7 | -9.2 | -0.8 |
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