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South Africa: Economy on the edge of recession in Q2

Q2 activity data were an improvement on Q1, when the economy contracted sharply. But a weak performance from key sectors has still dealt a blow to hopes that President Ramaphosa would boost growth. Indeed, it’s possible that South Africa entered a technical recession last quarter.

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