South Africa R&D Expenditure
0.6%▲ +0 pt
Dec 2022 · Annual
R&D Expenditure in South Africa rose to 0.6% in Dec 2022 from 0.6% in Dec 2021.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8%Dec 2008 | 0.5%Dec 1997 | 1997 – 2022 | Annual |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICT Goods Exports | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.7% | Dec 2024 | Annual |
| High-Tech Exports | 5.7% | 5.0% | 7.4% | 4.9% | Dec 2024 | Annual |
About this series
R&D Expenditure in South Africa averaged 0.7% from 1997 until 2022, reaching an all-time high of 0.8% in Dec 2008 and a record low of 0.5% in Dec 1997. The series is reported yearly with history from 1997.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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