South Africa is the 47th export destination for Sri Lanka. Total export value from Sri Lanka to South Africa was USD 40.95 Mn in 2024 and total imports from South Africa to Sri Lanka for the same period were USD 72.44 Mn. South Africa is the 31st import origin for Sri Lanka in 2024.
Sri Lanka’s exports to South Africa has increased by 5% in 2024 when compared to the year 2023. Imports from South Africa decreased significantly in 2024 compared to the year 2023.
Sri Lanka’s main export products to South Africa in 2024 were Petroleum Oils, Tea in Bulk, Activated Carbon, Coco Peat, Fiber Pith & Moulded products, Base Metal Products, Pneumatic & Retreated Rubber Tyres & Tubes, Gloves, Mitts & Mittens of Textile, Crepe Rubber, T-shirts, Women's Outerwear.
| Population | 60.442 million (2024 est.) |
| GDP per Capita (PPP) | US $13,700 (2023 est.) |
| Total Exports | US $124.671 billion (2023 est.) |
| Total Import | US $123.454 billion (2023 est.) |
| Currency | Rand (ZAR) |
