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The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme has attracted billions in private investment, with De Aar and Cookhouse wind farms among the largest on the continent. Overall, South Africa's economy in 2026 is shaped by essential mining exports, a dominant financial services sector, and an accelerating energy transition, ensuring modest growth as the nation works to overcome structural constraints.