by Admin | Jul 2, 2019 | Reports
Abstract This paper argues for a rigorous distinction between the conceptualisation, definition and measurement of poverty in South Africa. Conceptual frameworks and definitions of poverty are briefly reviewed in both the international and South African contexts....
by Admin | Jul 2, 2019 | Reports
Abstract This report aims to communicate some preliminary findings from the qualitative phase of the Indicators of Poverty and Social Exclusion (IPSE) project in South Africa. Over 50 focus groups have taken place across South Africa with men and women from a range of...
by Admin | Jun 23, 2019 | Reports
Access: (Paywall/restricted use) Noble, M. and Wright, G. (2013) ‘Ring of Fire – Socially perceived necessities in informal urban settlements in South Africa’, Policy & Politics, 41(2), pp. 259-277. Wright, G. and Noble, M. (2013) ‘Does widespread lack undermine...
by Admin | Jun 23, 2019 | Articles
On 6 February 2017 the Decent Standard of Living project partners (Southern Africa Social Policy Research Institute, Studies in Poverty and Inequality Institute and the Labour Research Service) and with the support of The Human Sciences Research Council hosted a...
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