Macro Review

This month’s edition entitled A State of Corruption, explores South Africa's endemic corruption problem. The report draws on data sets from all spheres of government to reveal the prevalence of patronage and rent-seeking that exists within the state. Will President Ramaphosa be able to root out corruption given the widespread allegations of graft within the senior ranks of the ANC and his insistence on preserving unity within the party? A State of Corruption

The Invisibles: South Africa’s Underclass

This month’s edition, entitled The South African Consumer Under Lockdown, presents data on the effect of the extended national lockdown on consumer trends in the economy. The report reveals that rising unemployment and slow economic activity have taken their toll, resulting in increased indebtedness and reduced discretionary spending. The South African Consumer Under Lockdown

This month’s edition, entitled Running Out of Road, analyzes the key policy risks and macroeonomic trends emerging from the supplementary budget, including debt, deficits and growth projections. Running Out of Road: Beyond the Supplementary Budget

This month’s edition, entitled South Africa Unlocked, highlights the devastating impact of the lockdown on the South African economy and the urgent need for re-opening. South Africa Unlocked

This month’s edition of the Macro Review explores the economic consequences of the Coronavirus pandemic in South Africa and the world. Fallout: Covid-19 and the economy