Statistics South Africa (Stats SA)

MEDIA STATEMENT || Fake Door-to-Door ID Verification Warning 🚨 #StatsSA warns the public against false door-to-door ID verification claims circulating online. 📄 Read full media statement below. #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates #StopMisinformation

Inflation for alcoholic beverages rose to 5,1% from 4,6% in Jan, with a 0,7% monthly increase. Chief Director, Patrick Kelly, will unpack data on #SAinflation for Feb 2026 on EKASI FM at 17h10. 🔗: statssa.gov.za/?p=19325 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

Marriage duration offers another perspective on the stability of relationships. The largest share of divorces occurred in marriages that had lasted between five and nine years. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19344 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

The country recorded 102 373 marriages and unions in 2024, marking a decrease of 2,6% from the 105 123 registered in 2023. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19344 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

In 2024, a total of 24 202 divorces were granted across the country, an 8,9% increase from the 22 230 recorded in the previous year. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19344 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

#HumanRightsMonth2026 || Did you know? On 15 Oct 1985, security forces hid in a truck and opened fire on protesters in Athlone, Cape Town. Michael Miranda (11), Shaun Magmoed (15), & Jonathan Claasen (21) were killed. #BillOfRights30yrs #TrojanHorse #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates

#HumanRightsMonth2026 || Did you know? On 16 June 1976, police shot at young students in Soweto protesting against Afrikaans as a medium of instruction. #BillOfRights30yrs #SowetoUprising #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates

Registered civil marriages, customary marriages and civil unions decreased by 1,8%; 25,5% & 3,0% respectively. Acting DDG, @raku_19, will unpack the latest marriages and divorces trends in SA. Tune into @Powerfm987 at 06h15. 🔗: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #GovZAUpdates

Provincial figures show that Free State, Northern Cape, Limpopo and Mpumalanga recorded the highest volunteer participation rates. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19334 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

Individuals with tertiary qualifications were the most likely to volunteer. Graduates have consistently shown the highest levels of participation—10,6% in 2014, 8,9% in 2018, and 9,6% in 2024. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19334 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

In 2024, the highest volunteer rates were observed among those aged 55–64 years (9,9%) and 45–54 years (9,7%). The lowest volunteer rate was recorded among young people aged 15–24 years (3,2%). Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19334 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

An estimated 3,1 million South Africans aged 15 and older participated in volunteer work in 2024—up from 2,7 million in 2018 and 2,2 million in 2014. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?p=19334 #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

#SAdebt || The number of civil summonses issued for debt decreased by 6,2% y/y in the three months ended January 2026. The number of civil judgements recorded for debt declined by 6,2%. 🔗: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

The value of buildings reported as completed decreased by 33,1% y/y in January 2026. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAupdates

#HumanRightsMonth2026 | Did you know? On 9 Nov 1952, lives were tragically lost at Bantu Square in East London during protests against unjust laws. 30 yrs into our democracy, we reflect & renew our commitment to human rights for all #BillOfRights30yrs #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates

#SAexport #SAimport || The UVI for exported commodities shows an annual rate of change of 4,7% in January 2026. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAupdates

#SAMotorTrade || #Motor trade strengthened by 3,4% y/y in January 2026, led by growth in new and used vehicle sales. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsSA #GovZAUpdates

#HumanRightsMonth2026 || Did you know? On 17 November 1985, police stormed a peaceful community meeting at Nonzwakazi Methodist Church in Queenstown and opened fire. 14 people were killed. #BillOfRights30yrs #QueenstownMassacre #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates

#HumanRightsMonth2026 || Did you know? 13 people were killed during the 1952 Mayibuye Uprising in Kimberley amid the Defiance Campaign. We honour their courage and recommit to justice and equality. #BillOfRights30yrs #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates

#SAWholesaletrade || South African #wholesale trade sales decreased by 4,5% y/y in January 2026. Sales were down by 0,6% m/m. Read more here: statssa.gov.za/?page_id=1854&… #StatsSA #KnowYourStatsZA #GovZAUpdates

Did you know? In 1949, the Durban Riot claimed 142 lives and displaced thousands. As we mark 30 years of the Constitution, we remember why human dignity must never be compromised. #HumanRightsMonth2026 #BillOfRights30yrs #HumanDignity #GovZAUpdates #StatsSA