South Africa GNI
Gross National Income NY.GNP.MKTP.CD
South Africa's gni was $408.4B in 2025, ranked 41st globally. This represents a 3.9% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
South Africa's gni stood at $408.4B in 2025, a rise of +$15.2B from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach $408.4B by 2025. South Africa ranked 41st globally.
South Africa's Gross National Income (GNI) has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, with a notable all-time peak of $447,479,678,691.97 in 2011 and a trough of $8,418,196,632.72 in 1960. The country's GNI has shown steady growth, with a current value of $408,448,486,565.67, ranking 41st globally. In comparison, Malaysia, a peer country, has a GNI of $430,446,104,535.62, slightly surpassing South Africa's current value. The trajectory of South Africa's GNI growth has been influenced by various factors, including economic reforms, trade agreements, and global economic trends. Notably, the country's economic growth slowed in the aftermath of the 2008 global financial crisis. To alter the trajectory of South Africa's GNI growth, the country would need to implement robust economic policies and investments in key sectors, such as infrastructure and human capital, to drive sustainable economic expansion.
Data & projection
| Year | GNI | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | $425.7B | - | - |
| 2026* trend | $417.1B | - | - |
| 2025* trend | $408.4B | - | - |
| 2025 | $408.4B | +$15.2B | #41 |
| 2024 | $393.3B | +$17.0B | #149 |
| 2023 | $376.3B | −$22.8B | #158 |
| 2022 | $399.1B | −$12.8B | #164 |
| 2021 | $412.0B | +$79.6B | #167 |
| 2020 | $332.3B | −$47.3B | #165 |
| 2019 | $379.6B | −$14.3B | #169 |
| 2018 | $393.9B | +$23.1B | #171 |
| 2017 | $370.9B | +$55.6B | #172 |
| 2016 | $315.3B | −$23.5B | #165 |
| 2015 | $338.8B | −$33.0B | #170 |
| 2014 | $371.7B | −$19.4B | #171 |
| 2013 | $391.2B | −$32.3B | #170 |
| 2012 | $423.5B | −$24.0B | #173 |
| 2011 | $447.5B | +$38.2B | #175 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
South Africa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 1994. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw gni improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Africa's gni was $408.4B in 2025. Ranked 41st globally. This represents a 3.9% increase from the previous year.
South Africa's gni peaked at $447.5B in 2011.
The lowest gni in South Africa was $8.4B in 1960.
South Africa ranks 41st globally in gni as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NY.GNP.MKTP.CD. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Africa's gni is projected to reach $408.4B by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
South Africa's gni was approximately 408.45 billion ($408.4B) in 2025.
The gni of South Africa in 2025 was $408.4B. This ranks 41st in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-africa_gni,
title = {South Africa GNI},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/gni/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}