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Southern Africa GDP Per Capita Ranking 2025

The 5 Southern Africa economies ranked by GDP per capita. Group average: $24,449. Botswana has the highest at $7,778.

Source: World BankMembers: 5Avg GDP per capita: $24,449Share: 169.7% world avg

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$24,449
Southern Africa avg GDP per capita
169.7%
of world average
5
member economies

Comparison within Southern Africa

Each member's GDP per capita relative to the group.

Botswana
$7,778
South Africa
$6,598
Namibia
$4,876
Eswatini
$4,108
Lesotho
$1,089

Southern Africa ranking — all members

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Southern Africa · GDP per capita (current US$) · World Bank (CC BY 4.0)

FAQ

Which Southern Africa country has the highest GDP per capita?

Botswana has the highest GDP per capita in Southern Africa at $7,778.

What is the average GDP per capita in Southern Africa?

The average GDP per capita across Southern Africa members is $24,449 in 2025.

Can I download Southern Africa GDP per capita data?

Yes — all member countries with GDP per capita data are available as Excel and CSV.

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