South Africa Industry Value Added
Industry (including construction) value added as % of GDP NV.IND.TOTL.ZS
South Africa's industry value added was 24.90% in 2025, ranked 88th globally. This represents a 2.4% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
South Africa's industry value added stood at 24.90% in 2025, a rise of +0.59% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 24.90% by 2025. South Africa ranked 88th globally.
South Africa's Industry Value Added has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 66 years, with a notable peak of 42.40 in 1980 and a trough of 23.34 in 2020. The country's Industry Value Added has consistently ranked below its peer countries, with Cameroon and Senegal closely following at 24.92 and 24.76 respectively. Currently, South Africa's Industry Value Added stands at 24.90, ranking 88th globally. Despite a gradual recovery from the 2020 trough, the country's industry value added remains below its historical peak, indicating a persistent decline in the sector's contribution to the economy. This trend may be attributed to various factors, including structural challenges and economic uncertainty. To change the trajectory, South Africa would need to implement policies aimed at revitalizing its industrial base, such as investing in infrastructure, promoting trade, and fostering innovation.
Data & projection
| Year | Industry Value Added | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027* trend | 25.22% | - | - |
| 2026* trend | 25.06% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 24.90% | - | - |
| 2025 | 24.90% | +0.59% | #88 |
| 2024 | 24.31% | −0.25% | #91 |
| 2023 | 24.56% | −0.42% | #99 |
| 2022 | 24.98% | +0.08% | #103 |
| 2021 | 24.90% | +1.56% | #112 |
| 2020 | 23.34% | −0.28% | #105 |
| 2019 | 23.62% | +0.08% | #101 |
| 2018 | 23.54% | −0.07% | #94 |
| 2017 | 23.61% | −0.17% | #102 |
| 2016 | 23.78% | +0.05% | #106 |
| 2015 | 23.73% | −0.57% | #105 |
| 2014 | 24.31% | −0.25% | #108 |
| 2013 | 24.55% | +0.08% | #109 |
| 2012 | 24.47% | −0.37% | #102 |
| 2011 | 24.84% | −0.46% | #102 |
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 industry value added improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
South Africa's industry value added was 24.90% in 2025. Ranked 88th globally. This represents a 2.4% increase from the previous year.
South Africa's industry value added peaked at 42.40% in 1980.
The lowest industry value added in South Africa was 23.34% in 2020.
South Africa ranks 88th globally in industry value added as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is NV.IND.TOTL.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
South Africa's industry value added is projected to reach 24.90% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The industry value added of South Africa in 2025 was 24.90%. This ranks 88th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_south-africa_industry-value-added,
title = {South Africa Industry Value Added},
url = {https://historysaid.com/south-africa/industry-value-added/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}