South Africa
An attractive growth market and beachhead into Sub-Saharan Africa
- Africa’s largest, most advanced economy
- Recovering GDP growth
- Gateway to Africa and the BRICs
- Investment grade credit rating
- Working infrastructure
- First world financial sector
- Sophisticated corporate governance
- Established property rights
- Large emerging middle class
The United States of America
A large, stable market offering currency diversification and deep pocket partners
- The world’s largest diversified economy
- High per capita GDP
- Broad and deep consumer markets
- Safe haven currency
- High quality infrastructure
- Established regulatory environment
- Attractive post-recession asset valuations
- Unparalleled strategic and financial investors
Measure |
South Africa  |
USA  |
Population (million) |
49 |
310 |
Land Size (sq miles) |
465 |
3536 |
Nominal GDP ($ ‘m) |
280 |
14,400 |
Per Capita GDP (ppp) ($ ‘000) |
10 |
46,4 |
Projected GDP Growth (%) |
1.9% |
3.1% |
Urbanization (%) |
61% |
82% |
Largest Cities |
Johannesburg (5.6m) |
New York (8.4m) |
Currency |
Rand (ZAR) |
Dollar(USA) |
National Government |
African National Congress |
Democratic Party |
Investment Grade Credit Rating |
BBB+/Baa1 |
AA/Aaa |
Source: US Census Bureau, CIA World Fact Book, The Economist, EIU, SAIRR