In the fourth quarter of 2021, South Africa’s merchandise exports continued on their upward trend, recording a 7.6% year-on-year increase, amounting to R466 billion. However, quarterly growth was marginal, with a 0.8% increase from Q3 2021. Imports also markedly increased by 17.8% year-on-year, amounting to R381 billion in Q4 2021 and, on…