The Economy
This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the economic profile of South Africa, including:
- Leading economic indicators
- The structure of the economy
- Inflation and interest rates
- Saving and debt
- Trade and investment
Social Security
The chapter presents data on South Africa's welfare system, including:
- Social grants and welfare beneficiaries
- Corporate funding of social security
- Non-profit organisations
- Pensions
Demographics
The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of South Africa's inhabitants, including:
- The population profile
- Urbanisation and migration trends
- Provincial and municipal data
- Births, mortality, and life expectancy
- Household structures and living arrangements
Living Conditions
The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of living standards in South Africa, including:
- Housing types and terms of occupation
- Household water and sanitation indicators
- Domestic energy sources
- Household refuse removal
- Access to free basic services
Politics and government
The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of South Africa’s political landscape, including:
- Registered political parties
- Parliamentary, provincial and local government representation
- Municipal employment and public audit outcomes
- Voter demographics and participation
- Governance indicators
Industrial Relations
The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of labour relations in South Africa, including:
- The structure of employment
- Employer and employee organisations
- Employee welfare
- Bargaining and statutory councils
- Strikes and work stoppages
Assets and Incomes
The chapter presents data on household earnings and wealth in South Africa, including:
- Home and vehicle ownership
- Wages and salaries
- Expenditure and consumption
- Savings and credit
- Levels of poverty and quality of life
Education
The chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the education system in South Africa, including:
- South Africa's qualification profile
- Public education financing and resources
- School and post-school attendance
- School and post-school outcomes
- Employment prospects by education level