South Africa's long-term interest rate was 9.12%. This question closed as "b) Between 9.08% and 9.24%, inclusive" with an end date of 31 August 2017. This question will be resolved using monthly data reported by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Data is retrievable via download or on the ñLong-term interest rates table on the web site. The relevant country can be found in the HIGHLIGHTED COUNTRIES or LOCATION field, and the relevant time period can be found in the TIME field. Values will be rounded to the nearest one-hundredth. Question will be suspended on the last day of the time period of interest and resolved when the data is released, likely the month after. _{Confused? Check our FAQ or ask us for help.}

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