South Africa, July 28 -- South Africa's top brands have increased their value by a remarkable 47% since 2024, according to Kantar, the world's leading data, analytics and AI business. Revealed today in the latest report, the BrandZ Top 30 Most Valuable South African Brands are worth a collective $43.8bn, with 23 brands increasing their value, 21 by more than 10%.

The race for the top is extremely close, with less than $1bn separating the four leading brands. Telecom brand MTN (+124%; $5.3bn) returns to the No.1 position, which it last occupied in 2022. It has successfully executed its Ambition 2025 strategy, with the overarching goal of 'leading digital solutions for Africa's progress', focusing on fintech, connectivity, and digital incl...