South Africa’s economy recorded a modest but significant rebound in the second quarter of 2025, with gross domestic product (GDP) rising by 0.8%, according to the latest data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).
South Africa’s wholesale and retail sector is one of the country’s largest employers, spanning everything from small spaza shops and family-owned stores to major chains like Shoprite, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, Spar, and Massmart.