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South Africa: another tough year ahead

The South African economy grew at its second-slowest pace in 15 years in 2013. Growth should accelerate this year but, by the same token, a significant turnaround in performance seems unlikely. We are forecasting full-year growth of 2.3% in 2014, from an estimated 1.9% in 2013. 

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