South Africas gross domestic product GDP increased by 0.5 in the third quarter of 2025, building on a prior 0.9 expansion in the second quarter, Cape town Etc reports.
This latest growth reflects a mix of resilience in key industries despite challenges faced, particularly in energy production.
The trade, catering and accommodation sector emerged as a significant contributor, recording a 1.0 increase, which added 0.1 percentage points to overall GDP growth. This uptick was largely driven by heightened activity in wholesale and retail trade, motor trade, as well as accommodation and food services.
