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Morocco Surpasses South Africa as Africa's Leading Industrial Economy

Morocco has displaced South Africa as Africa's most industrialized economy. The shift is driven by upgrades to its manufacturing base, diversified exports, and growth policies. The African Development Bank's Africa Industrialization Index for 2025 documents the transition. While South Africa remains a major industrial player on the continent, it continues to experience declining industrial competitiveness. Morocco's ascent reflects a rebalancing of industrial capacity in Africa, with the North African nation strengthening its manufacturing leadership.