Economic Research Southern Africa

Economic Research Southern Africa (ERSA) is a platform that supports the development of economic policy by connecting economic research to national policy debate and identifying areas of future research. Our network draws a broad and ...more

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February 20, 2026 00:26:04
South Africa’s Labour Market at 30: Progress, Stagnation, and Structural Constraints

South Africa’s Labour Market at 30: Progress, Stagnation, and Structural Constraints

Thirty years after democracy, South Africa’s labour market remains deeply strained. Despite major policy reform and rising educational attainment, unemployment remains among the highest...

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October 31, 2025 00:35:23
Priced out: Africa’s voice on the cost of capital

Priced out: Africa’s voice on the cost of capital

The upcoming G20 Summit in November is the first G20 Summit to be held on the African continent. This historical event marks the continent’s...

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October 30, 2025 01:59:35
The Role of Development Finance in Industrial Policy

The Role of Development Finance in Industrial Policy

Industrial policy is once again central to global debates on economic growth and development. Governments worldwide are deploying new strategies to stay competitive amid...

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October 30, 2025 01:56:50
Public Procurement as an Industrial Policy Lever

Public Procurement as an Industrial Policy Lever

Industrial policy is once again central to global debates on economic growth and development. Governments worldwide are deploying new strategies to stay competitive amid...

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October 30, 2025 02:02:59
The Role of Industrial Incentives in the South African Economy

The Role of Industrial Incentives in the South African Economy

Industrial policy is once again central to global debates on economic growth and development. Governments worldwide are deploying new strategies to stay competitive amid...

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October 30, 2025 01:57:49
Growth Enhancing Infrastructure for Industrial Development

Growth Enhancing Infrastructure for Industrial Development

Industrial policy is once again central to global debates on economic growth and development. Governments worldwide are deploying new strategies to stay competitive amid...

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