The quick guide to South Africa
What languages do South Africans speak? Is South Africa a democracy? Are there big cities with modern amenities? Are the roads tarred? How far will my money go? ... You've got three minutes to spare? Here's the lowdown on why South Africa's going to surprise you.
South Africa: open for business
South Africa offers a unique combination of highly developed first world economic infrastructure with a vibrant emerging market economy.
South Africa: economy overview
South Africa is the economic powerhouse of Africa, with a gross domestic product comprising around 25% of the entire continent's GDP.
South Africa's infrastructure
World-class infrastructure - including a modern transport network, low-cost energy, and sophisticated telecommunications facilities.
Opportunities: key sectors
Business opportunities abound across South Africa's economy, with a number of sectors having particularly high growth and investment potential.
Black economic empowerment
A moral initiative to redress the wrongs of the past - as well as a pragmatic strategy to realise South Africa's full economic potential.
