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SA GDP Grows 0.5%: What’s Driving the Economy?

South Africa’s economy expanded by 0.5% in Q1 2026, marking a second consecutive quarter of modest growth. Dr. Bokang Vumbukani‑Lepolesa from Stats SA breaks down the sectors behind the uptick, from strong gains in agriculture and finance to continued pressure in manufacturing, and explains what the latest data signals for the rest of the year. Kaya FM

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