South Africa is not only completely self-sufficient in agricultural products, but is one of only six countries in the world that is able to export agricultural products on a regular basis.

From the point of view of economic science and commercial practice, modern international trade is an inseparable fusion of trade in goods and services.

For most African countries, merchandise exports are the main source of foreign exchange earnings.

Since the outbreak of World War II, Africa’s total foreign trade has expanded significantly. The growth compares favorably with other developing regions such as Latin America