Tawanda Makombo
Tawanda Makombo is a research analyst for the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA).
He is primarily involved in writing chapters for the Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa, a reference guide on major trends in various social and economic fields. Tawanda’s other responsibilities include writing opinion pieces, assisting in research projects and reports and liaising with the media.
Tawanda holds an Honours in Business Management from the University of Limpopo.
We have the taps, but we don’t have the water
07 September, 2026
For the past two decades, South Africa has made significant progress in improving access to water. Data from the recently published Living Conditions chapter of the Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa from the Centre for Risk Analysis indicates that in year 2002, about 8.9 million households in South Africa had access to piped water. That number has since increased to 17.6 million.
Shrinking Family Units in South Africa
06 April, 2024
In South Africa, families have undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. One noticeable change is the size of families.
Exploring SA’s median-age dynamics
24 February, 2024
As South Africa navigates its complex socio-economic landscape, one of the most telling indicators of demographic shifts is the median age.
South Africa’s living conditions: navigating challenges and pursuing equity
23 September, 2023
South Africa, a nation of stark contrasts and immense potential, has long struggled with issues of housing and access to essential services.
Zimbabwe’s ongoing struggle for free and fair elections
21 August, 2023
On Wednesday, Zimbabwe is scheduled to hold a general election. This poll has already garnered significant attention due to its potential to either direct the nation toward true democratic reform or plunge the Southern African country deeper into the depths of autocracy.
The exponential rise of cellular phones in South African households
01 August, 2023
South Africa has witnessed a transformative shift in communication preferences over the past few years, with cellular phones becoming the preferred choice for the majority of households.
Nurse shortage crisis in South Africa
05 July, 2023
South Africa has been faced with a critical shortage of nurses, which has been worsening over the years, resulting in a number of challenges in providing quality healthcare.
Maternal healthcare improves, but more can be done
20 June, 2023
Over the past ten years, South Africa’s institutional maternal mortality ratio (IMMR) has declined.
