South Africa: Information and communication inflation
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The most recent value is 1.57 percent as of June 2026, a decline compared to the previous value of 1.67 percent. Historically, the average for South Africa from January 2009 to June 2026 is -0.36 percent. The minimum of -3.37 percent was recorded in August 2010, while the maximum of 2.23 percent was reached in October 2013.
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- Definition: Percent change in the inflation for information and communication compared to the same month last year. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) is defined as all technical means used to handle information and aid communication. This encompasses both computer and network hardware (e.g., computers, wireless networks, and cell phones) and their respective software. It includes six primary economic activities: 1.Software publishing 2.Telecommunications 3.Computer programming and consultancy 4.Data processing, hosting, web portals 5.Repair of computers and communication equipment 6.Wholesale of information and communication equipment.
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| Recent values | South Africa: Information and communication inflation |
|---|---|
| 2026 Jun | 1.57 |
| 2026 May | 1.67 |
| 2026 Apr | 0.89 |
| 2026 Mar | 0.7 |
| 2026 Feb | 0.6 |
| 2026 Jan | 0.5 |
| 2025 Dec | 0.3 |
| 2025 Nov | 0.4 |
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| Related indicators | Latest | Reference | Measure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflation | 3.2 | 2025 | percent |
| Exchange rate regimes | 7 | 2023 | index points |
| USD exchange rate | 16.1825 | 8/2026 | Local Currency Units per USD |
| Money supply (broad money) | 4,889.29 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Consumer Price Index (CPI) | 219.2759 | 6/2026 | index points |
| Inflation, monthly | 0.75 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Inflation, annual | 4.98 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Alcohol and tobacco inflation | 3.56 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Transport services inflation | 12.50 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Information and communication inflation | 1.57 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Restaurant and accommodation services inflation | 5.08 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Health care inflation | 3.64 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Education services inflation | 5.36 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Clothing and footwear inflation | 1.19 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Housing inflation | 4.13 | 6/2026 | percent |
| Private sector credit | 2,626.80 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Business credit | 2,626.80 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Household credit | 2,332.03 | 6/2026 | billion |
| Deposit interest rate | 8.12 | 12/2025 | percent |
| Mortgage credit interest rate | 11.25 | 11/2024 | percent |
| Policy rate | 7.00 | 7/2026 | percent |
| Household debt to GDP | 33.50 | 12/2025 | percent |
| Debt service ratios for private non-financial sector | 8.30 | Q4/2025 | percent |