The social wage has wide currency in South Africa today in a political-policy sense but the economics and social policy
framework remain illusive, both in definition and consequently measurement. The main focus in South Africa is the role
of the social… Read more
An update of the policy effort, resource allocation and status of the right to food in South Africa.
Studies in Poverty and Inequality InstituteAn update of the policy effort, resource allocation & enjoyment of the right to Basic Education in South Africa.
Studies in Poverty and Inequality InstituteAn update of the resource allocation, expenditure and enjoyment of the right to water and sanitation.
Studies in Poverty and Inequality InstituteAn analysis of the content, policy effort, resource allocation and enjoyment of the constitutional right to food.
Studies in Poverty and Inequality InstituteThe content of the White Paper ranges from general statements of principle to detailed information on the state financial assistance programme which will make it possible for more people to own land. It includes programmes to provide security of tenure… Read more
The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DoJ&CD) and Foundation for Human Rights (FHR) put out a term of reference for their Community Mapping and Active Citizenry Programme in the latter part of 2015. The programme is in part, a… Read more
The launch of the Decent Standard of Living report marked a significant step towards understanding poverty and inequality’s impact on people’s lives in South Africa. The findings highlighted both positive trends and ongoing challenges in achieving a… Read more
UNICEF and the Social Policy Initiative in collaboration with several partner organisations launched the Decent Standard of Living report, highlighting the findings on possession of the socially perceived necessities in 2022.
Social Policy Initiative