South Africa Imports from Equatorial Guinea

South Africa's imports from Equatorial Guinea rose to $8.38 million in 2024, up from $3.47 million in 2023, according to the UN Comtrade Database. This represents an increase of 142% ($4.92 million) from the previous year. Top imports for South Africa from Equatorial Guinea were Mineral fuels, oils, waxes, bitumen ($8.38 million), Articles of iron or steel ($312.71), Printed books, newspapers and printed matter ($48.04).

South Africa had a trade deficit with Equatorial Guinea that widened to $6.55 million in 2024 from $1.86 million in 2023. This is an increase of 251.4% ($4.69 million).

South Africa Imports from Equatorial Guinea by Goods (2024)

The table below shows the ranking of South Africa imports from Equatorial Guinea by goods in 2024, highlighting the top imported goods.

Import Rank Imported Goods Import Value (USD) Year
1 Mineral fuels, oils, waxes, bitumen $8.38M 2024
2 Articles of iron or steel $312.71 2024
3 Printed books, newspapers, printed matter $48.04 2024
4 Machinery, mechanical appliances, reactors $42.64 2024
5 Works of art, antiques $11.03 2024
6 Non-knitted clothing $2.51 2024
7 Special woven fabrics, lace, embroidery $0.82 2024