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|| Over 30 years, South Africa conducted four censuses. Since 1996, census data has shaped national development. It has informed planning for schools, hospitals, housing, and infrastructure while guiding equitable resource allocation. It has also supported monitoring of inequality and strengthened governance systems, ensuring evidence-based decision-making.

As celebrates 30 years of census – taking in a democratic South Africa, census data from 1996 to 2022 shows a picture of progress, alongside the challenges faced by the youth.

Read more here: https://www.statssa.gov.za/?p=19621

The value of buildings reported as completed expanded by 3,3% y/y during January to April 2026.

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|| South African trade sales rose by 3,3% y/y in April 2026. Sales were down by 2,4% m/m.

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[In conversation] The Statistician-General, Risenga Maluleke, had an insightful conversation with Wandile Sihlobo, on the demographic and economic trends reshaping South Africa.

Mr Sihlobo is also a member of the Council of Statistics of South Africa (Stats SA).

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjT5w4bMlec

AgriView with Wandile EP 54 Statistics are mapping South Africa’s economic shift Recorded on the sidelines of the Agbiz Congress 2026 in Gqeberha, t...

|| The number of civil summonses issued for debt decreased by 2,5% y/y in the three months ended April 2026. The number of civil judgements rose by 3,6%.

Listen here for more: https://soundcloud.com/statssa/civilcases-apr26-english