South Africa: $2.4 billion in FDI recorded in Q4 2025, central bank data

South Africa recorded $2.4 billion in foreign direct investment inflows in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to official figures from the South African Reserve Bank. The inflows reflect renewed investor interest, driven by financial services, industry and energy sectors. The central bank highlights ongoing volatility in FDI, influenced by global conditions and domestic factors. Annual trends remain mixed, pointing to a gradual but fragile recovery.