South Africa's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$110.11 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. South Africa's main export partners were: China, the United States and Germany. The top three export commodities were: Pearls, precious stones, metals, coins; Ores slag and ash and Vehicles other than railway, tramway. Total Imports were valued at US$101.24 Billion. In 2024, South Africa had a trade surplus of US$8.87 Billion.

Exports in South Africa decreased to 171328.57 ZAR Million in August from 183746.12 ZAR Million in July of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - South Africa Exports - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

As of 2023, pearls, precious stones, metals, and coins were the largest export category from South Africa. The export value from those goods amounted to approximately **** billion U.S. dollars. The items accounted for ** percent of the total South African exports. Mineral fuels, oils, and distillation products followed as the second main category, with an export value of roughly **** billion U.S. dollars.

Key information about South Africa Total Exports to USA

• South Africa Total Exports to USA recorded 521.985 USD mn in Jan 2025, compared with 601.227 USD mn in the previous Dec 2024
• South Africa Total Exports to USA data is updated monthly, available from Jan 1998 to Jan 2025, with an averaged value of 516.767 USD mn
• The data reached an all-time high of 1.463 USD bn in May 2021 and a record low of 99.616 USD mn in Dec 1998

CEIC converts monthly Total Exports to USA into USD. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition provides Total Exports to USA, FOB, in local currency. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Total Exports to USA prior to January 2009 exclude Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland and prior to January 2007 is sourced from the International Monetary Fund.

United States Exports to South Africa was US$5.82 Billion during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. United States Exports to South Africa - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on October of 2025.

The statistic shows the value of goods exported from South Africa from 2014 to 2024. In 2024, goods with a value of around ****** billion U.S. dollars were exported from South Africa.

China Export: Africa: South Africa data was reported at 1.755 USD bn in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 1.133 USD bn for Feb 2025. China Export: Africa: South Africa data is updated monthly, averaging 1.095 USD bn from Jan 2001 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 291 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.434 USD bn in Apr 2023 and a record low of 58.508 USD mn in Jan 2001. China Export: Africa: South Africa data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by General Administration of Customs. The data is categorized under China Premium Database’s International Trade – Table CN.JA: USD: Trade by Country.

Pakistan Exports to South Africa was US$190.84 Million during 2024, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Pakistan Exports to South Africa - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on September of 2025.

The value of service exports from South Africa totaled to around ***** billion U.S. dollars in 2024. The term services includes such things as transport, tourism, financial and insurance services.

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa offers a thorough and detailed examination of trade activities across the African continent. This extensive dataset provides valuable insights into import and export transactions involving companies throughout Africa, covering a wide range of countries and regions.

Coverage Across All African Countries

The dataset includes comprehensive trade data for all African countries, divided into key regions:

North Africa:

Egypt Libya Mauritania Morocco Algeria Sudan Tunisia East Africa: 8. Burundi 9. Comoros 10. Djibouti 11. Eritrea 12. Ethiopia 13. Kenya 14. Madagascar 15. Malawi 16. Mauritius 17. Rwanda 18. Seychelles 19. Somalia 20. Tanzania 21. Uganda

West Africa: 22. Benin 23. Burkina Faso 24. Cape Verde 25. Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) 26. Gambia 27. Ghana 28. Guinea 29. Guinea-Bissau 30. Liberia 31. Mali 32. Niger 33. Nigeria 34. Senegal 35. Sierra Leone 36. Togo

Central Africa: 37. Angola 38. Cameroon 39. Central African Republic 40. Chad 41. Congo, Democratic Republic of the 42. Congo, Republic of the 43. Equatorial Guinea 44. Gabon 45. São Tomé and Príncipe

Southern Africa: 46. Botswana 47. Eswatini (Swaziland) 48. Lesotho 49. Namibia 50. South Africa 51. Zimbabwe

Comprehensive Data Features

Transaction Details: The dataset includes detailed information on each trade transaction, such as product descriptions, quantities, values, and dates. This allows for precise tracking and analysis of trade patterns and flows across Africa.

Company Information: It provides specific details about the trading companies involved, including company names, locations, and industry sectors, facilitating targeted market research and competitive analysis.

Categorization: Transactions are categorized by industry sectors, product types, and trade partners, offering insights into market dynamics and sector-specific trends within different regions of Africa.

Trade Trends: Users can analyze historical data to observe trade trends, identify emerging markets, and assess the impact of economic, political, or environmental events on trade activities across the continent.

Geographical Insights: The data provides insights into regional trade flows and cross-border dynamics within Africa and with global trade partners, including major international trade relationships.

Regulatory and Compliance Data: Information on trade regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements is included, helping businesses navigate the complex regulatory environments across various African countries.

Applications and Benefits

Market Research: Businesses can leverage the data to uncover new market opportunities, analyze competitive landscapes, and understand demand for specific products across different African countries and regions.

Strategic Planning: Companies can use insights from the data to develop effective trade strategies, optimize supply chains, and manage risks associated with international trade in Africa.

Economic Analysis: Analysts and policymakers can monitor economic performance, evaluate trade balances, and make informed decisions on trade policies and economic development initiatives.

Investment Decisions: Investors can assess trade trends and market potentials to make informed decisions about investments in Africa’s diverse and rapidly evolving economies.

Techsalerator’s Import/Export Trade Data for Africa provides a crucial resource for organizations involved in international trade, offering a detailed, reliable, and expansive view of trade activities across the African continent.

Top 10 countries for South Africa's exports in June 2024 – 2025 with values in USD billions.

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Key information about South Africa Total Exports

• South Africa Total Exports recorded 8.0 USD bn in Jan 2025, compared with 8.7 USD bn in the previous month
• South Africa Total Exports data is updated monthly, available from Oct 2004 to Jan 2025, with an averaged value of 7.6 USD bn
• The data reached an all-time high of 12.5 USD bn in Mar 2022 and a record low of 2.8 USD bn in Apr 2020

CEIC converts monthly Total Exports into USD. South African Revenue Service provides Total Exports, FOB, in local currency. Federal Reserve Board average market exchange rate is used for currency conversions. Total Exports prior to January 2010 exclude Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Swaziland.


Further information about South Africa Total Exports

• In the latest reports, South Africa Total Exports grew 3.5 % YoY in Jan 2025
• Total Imports recorded 8.8 USD bn in Jan 2025, which registered an increase of 7.6 % year on year
• South Africa Trade Balance recorded a deficit of 877.5 USD mn in Jan 2025

479 Global export shipment records of Foods with prices, volume & current Buyer's suppliers relationships based on actual Global export trade database.

In 2024, South Africa exported a total of ******* vehicles to *** countries in various parts of the world. This represents a decrease of *** percent compared to the previous year.

Graph and download economic data for International Merchandise Trade Statistics: Exports: Commodities for South Africa (XTEXVA01ZAM664S) from Jan 1957 to Jun 2025 about South Africa, trade, exports, and goods.

In 2020, South Africa exported *** billion U.S. dollars worth of agricultural products. This was an increase compared to the previous year from *** billion U.S. dollars. Since 2000, the value of agricultural commodities exported from the country had generally increased.

This statistic shows the main export partner countries for South Africa in 2023. In 2023, the main export partner of South Africa was China, with a share of 16 percent in exports.

Export Prices in South Africa increased to 188 points in the second quarter of 2025 from 183.80 points in the first quarter of 2025. This dataset provides - South Africa Export Prices - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In 2019, the export value of goods and services in South Africa amounted to approximately ***** billion South African rand (about **** billion U.S. dollars). The amount decreased in comparison to the previous year, when the country's exports of goods and services added up to ***** (around ** billion U.S. dollars).