The various sources for the supply of US dollars in South Africa include:
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South African exporters who are foreign buyers of South African goods - This source provides US dollars when international buyers pay for South African exports.
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Foreign holders of US dollars who are buyers of South African assets - When foreign investors buy assets in South Africa, they often need to exchange their US dollars for South African rand, creating a supply of US dollars.
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Foreign tourists in South Africa - Tourists often bring US dollars to spend in South Africa, contributing to the US dollar supply in the country.
The statement that does not contribute to the supply of US dollars in South Africa is:
- South African importers who are paying in US dollars - They require US dollars to pay for their imports, which represents a demand for dollars rather than a supply.