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The Structure of the Economy

The structure of an economy describes how economic activity is divided among the economic sectors, and how much each sector adds to production and jobs. In South Africa, services now produce the…

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This section covers The Structure of the Economy as part of Economic geography of South Africa in Grade 12 Geography. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum.

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