Gerbrandt is the Deputy Head of Research for the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA). His responsibilities include writing and editing opinion columns, assisting with research reports and bespoke projects, and engaging with the media on topical news items.
In addition, he is the main author of a number of chapters in the CRA’s annual Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa.
Gerbrandt holds a Master’s in Political Studies from the North-West University.
[Opinion] Pupils’ poor performance on critical subjects contributes to joblessness, says research centre
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[Opinion] What South Africa could learn from California
There are few similarities between the US state of California and South Africa, but one thing these territories have in common is their hostility to business.
[Opinion] Declining living standards: Pandemic or Policy?
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