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04.05.202609:00:00UTC+00South Africa’s Manufacturing PMI Jumps Back Into Expansion in April 2026

South Africa’s manufacturing sector returned to expansionary territory in April 2026, as the country’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) climbed to 52.6, up from 49.0 in March 2026. The move above the 50-point threshold, updated on 4 May 2026, signals improving business conditions after a period of contraction.

The rebound from March’s sub-50 reading suggests a firmer recovery in factory activity, with April’s figure indicating that output and new orders likely strengthened. The shift may offer some relief to policymakers and investors watching for signs of resilience in South Africa’s real economy amid broader global uncertainties.

With the PMI now comfortably in expansionary territory, attention will turn to whether the positive momentum can be sustained in the coming months, and if improving manufacturing conditions can translate into stronger employment and investment within the sector.

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