Major Economic Blow! Why Has South Africa's Economy Not Collapsed?

South Africa’s economy is facing another blow as Mercedes-Benz struggles to keep its operations alive. With exports collapsing by almost 50%, tariffs destroying competitiveness, and mass layoffs hitting companies like Glencore, Goodyear, and ArcelorMittal, the country’s economic outlook looks grim.

Despite unemployment climbing, inflation hitting households harder than official numbers admit, and factories facing closure, South Africa’s stock market continues to soar and the rand holds steady. But what does this really mean? Is the government fudging inflation numbers? Are investors ignoring reality? And what happens if Chinese manufacturers take over local plants?

In this video, I break down:
Why Mercedes-Benz is in serious trouble in South Africa 🚨
How tariffs and weak governance cripple our industries ⚠️
Why CPI inflation doesn’t reflect the real cost of living 📉
The disconnect between the stock market, the rand, and economic reality 💰
What this all means for ordinary South Africans 🇿🇦
This is not just about cars – it’s about a country on the brink of collapse.

👉 Do you think South Africa’s economy can recover, or is this just the beginning of a bigger crash? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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