Rooibos exports to space?
South Africa’s beloved red bush Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos/Red Bush) is making history as its seeds head to the International Space Station (ISS) to test plant resilience in microgravity.
Where on Earth is SA exporting its iconic red tea?
The top 3 export destination make up 67.8% (Volume) of all Aspalathus linearis (Rooibos/Red Bush) exports in Q1 of 2026.
Japan (48.3%) dominates the global market by taking more than half of all exported Rooibos from South Africa.
Germany (12.4%) ranks as South Africa’s top European consumer, holding strong in second place.
UK (7.1%) continues its long-standing tradition of British tea culture.
R5 M worth of paintings imported from Zim in 2025?
In 2025, South Africa imported R 5 453 973 worth of paintings from Zimbabwe. What’s even more fascinating is the volume behind this R5 million import value, which comprises just 651 pieces of art.
Bird skins & feathers exports exceed R 50 M in 2-months
– At an average price of R 1,114 per kilogram, South African exports topped 45 tons between April and May 2026
– 99.9% of all exports are destined for China
Top 10 Macadamia Nut (in shell) Export Destinations
1. China R 5 818 M
2. Vietnam R 378 M
3. Lithuania R 88 M
4. Hong Kong R 33 M
5. USA R 31 M
6. Netherlands R 25 M
7. Japan R 12 M
8. Germany R10 M
9. Kenya R 7 M
10. Singapore R 6 M
Top 10 Macadamia Nut (shelled) Export Destinations
1. USA R 2 354 M
2. China R 1 102 M
3. Germany R 1 078 M
4. Netherlands R 765 M
5. Japan R 523 M
6. Spain R 512 M
7. Taiwan R 361 M
8. Vietnam R 322 M
9. Belgium R 258 M
10. UK R 204 M
