Forest area in South Africa

Forest area

14.0%

World rank

#147

of 213

Percentile

31%

higher is better

Data quality

Measured

Year: 2023

Share of land area covered by forest.

Source: World Bank Open Data · source data.

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FAQ

What is the forest area in South Africa?

South Africa has a forest area of 14.0% % (2023). Share of land area covered by forest.

How does South Africa rank for forest area?

South Africa ranks #147 of 213 countries for forest area (higher is better).