PwC South Africa Economic Outlook | March 2025
Navigating energy disruptions, water shortages and extreme weather events.
By PwC
We’re pleased to share our second South Africa Economic Outlook report for 2025.
While much of the current economic analysis on South Africa looks at global uncertainties, there are several key domestic risks to the economic outlook that business leaders are concerned about. This includes disruption to electricity, jet fuel and gas supplies, water shortages and extreme weather events, among other challenges.
These factors risk negative impacts on economic activity, increased cost of production and reduced food security. It is imperative for South African businesses to assess their risk exposure to these elements and mitigate accordingly.
Key content in this report includes:
Energy disruptions: Pressure on electricity, jet fuel and gas supplies requires company action plans.
Water shortages: Businesses need water strategies as half of water systems perform poorly or are critical in condition.
Extreme weather events: Companies must prepare for physical impacts from droughts, floods and wildfires.
How we can help with energy sanction plans, water strategies and extreme weather mitigation.
You can explore further insights by visiting our webpage.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any of the topics explored in the report, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Contact us
Lullu Krugel
Partner and Chief Economist
PwC South Africa
+27 (0) 82 708 2330
Christie Viljoen
Senior Manager and Lead Economist: Macro Analysis, PwC South Africa
+27 (0) 82 472 8621