FROM TURBULENCE to RENEWAL: SA's 2026 ECONOMIC PATH (January 2026)
- bullionpr2
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South Africa's economy has endured a turbulent journey since the onset of COVID-19, grappling with disrupted supply chains, rising unemployment, and widening inequality. The pandemic exposed structural vulnerabilities and compounded long‑standing challenges, from energy insecurity to limited access to digital infrastructure.
Yet, amid these struggles, significant progress has been made. Bold reforms, targeted investment, and collaborative efforts across public and private sectors have begun to stabilise key industries, reignite growth, and restore confidence. Today, there is renewed hope that the country has turned a corner, with early signs of resilience and recovery emerging across multiple sectors. However, this optimism must be tempered by the realities of global geopolitical tensions, which continue to shape markets, trade flows, and investor sentiment.
