By Akani Nkuna
Cabinet has welcomed South Africa’s improved GDP figures, which show the economy grew by 0.8% in the second quarter of 2025, up from 0.1% in the first quarter.
According to Statistics South Africa’s report released on September 9, the growth was driven by manufacturing, mining, and trade, supported by higher household consumption.
Briefing the media in Pretoria on Thursday after a Cabinet meeting, Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said the rebound reflected a broad-based recovery across key sectors.
“The 0.8% GDP growth reflects a broad-based recovery across key sectors,” Ntshavheni on Thursday.
“Eight industries recorded growth in the second quarter, with key sectors like manufacturing, mining, and trade returning to growth territory. Rising household consumption also reflects an improvement in disposable income and this is confirmed through improved reported inflation figures.”
Ntshavheni said Cabinet also welcomed Fitch’s decision to affirm South Africa’s long-term foreign and local
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