According to The South African Biz, the South African Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) decreased in June, with a second quarter average of 50.2, which is an improvement over the first quarter average of 48.3.

According to the latest Stanbic Bank Kenya Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI), Kenya's private sector activity improved in June, rising to 50 from 46.6 in May. This increase indicates a stabilisation in business conditions, attributed to rising sales.

According to Nairametrics, Nigeria's business environment maintained an expansion status in June 2026, with a business confidence index of 104.6. However, this represents a slowdown in growth compared to the previous year, as businesses faced challenges from high operating costs, limited credit availability, and infrastructure issues.

According to The Citizen Business, South African SMEs are increasingly integrating digital tools into their growth strategies, reflecting a high level of digital and commercial maturity. This positions them favorably within the regional market, indicating a trend towards modernization and adaptation in the business landscape.

According to The South African Biz, the Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) in South Africa decreased to -19 in the second quarter of 2026, down from -7 in the first quarter, indicating a negative sentiment among wealthy South Africans.

According to Juliet Mashabela, South Africa has improved its position by climbing 10 places in global competitiveness rankings, indicating that the country is outperforming many of its emerging market peers.