South Africa's rand extends gains after GDP boosts sentiment

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa's rand strengthened in early trade on Wednesday reaching its highest level in over a week, extending gains following the release of data showing better than expected economic growth in the second quarter. * The rand firmed 0.31 percent to 13.9305 per dollar, itshighest level in over a week, at 0553 GMT versus overnight closeof 13.9745. * South Africa's economy grew 3.3 percent, its most in sixquarters between April and June, helping to boost investorconfiden