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4.1 Sectoral Contributions

• Services Sector: Producing over 80% of the provincial GVA, this sector is the primary economic driver. Major contributors include business services, community and social services, retail trade, finance, and insurance. • Manufacturing: Accounts for 14% of GVA, playing a significant role in industrial output. • Construction and Utilities: Contribute a combined 25% to the provincial GVA. • Primary Sector (Agriculture and Mining): Now only 1.5% of GVA, reflecting the historical decline of mining.

4.2 Spatial Economic Distribution

Johannesburg produces 41% of the provincial GVA, followed by Tshwane at 26% and Ekurhuleni at 23%. Key urban and economic hubs include: • Johannesburg: South Africa’s largest city and home to Sandton, the country’s financial hub. • Tshwane (Pretoria): The nation’s administrative capital. • Soweto: The largest township in Africa.

4.3 Economic Corridors and Clusters

Gauteng’s industrial and commercial activities are concentrated along key corridors: • North-South Corridor: Spanning from Johannesburg to Tshwane CBD. • East-West Corridor: Extending from Krugersdorp to Benoni. • Secondary Economic Nodes: Including Carletonville, Vereeniging/Vanderbijlpark, Heidelberg, and Bronkhorstspruit.

This profile highlights Gauteng’s central role in driving national growth and employment, reinforcing its strategic importance for smart city initiatives and sustainable urban development.

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