Child Poverty in South Africa: A Socially Perceived Necessities Approach

The legacy of apartheid left a large proportion of the population, particularly children, in severe poverty. Since 1994 the South African government has committed itself to protect the rights of children and to reduce child poverty through various initiatives.

This report provides an analysis of the views of adults about an acceptable standard of living for children in South Africa from a qualitative and quantitative perspective

Child Poverty in South Africa: A Socially Perceived Necessities Approach. (2009) Helen Barnes. Department of Social Development.