External Debt in South Africa
External debt was 42% of GDP in South Africa in 2024, compared to 38.1% of GDP ten years earlier. External debt averaged 38.1% of GDP over the last decade. For more external debt information, visit our dedicated page.
South Africa External Debt Chart
Note: This chart displays External Debt (% of GDP) for South Africa from 2016 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
South Africa External Debt Data
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| External Debt (% of GDP) | 50.4 | 38.2 | 40.3 | 41.5 | 42.0 |
| External Debt (USD bn) | 170 | 161 | 164 | 158 | 168 |