SOUTH AFRICA Scenarios 2025: The future we chose?

This report examines South Africa's potential paths to 2025, exploring how economic, political, and social variables could shape the nation's future amidst global and regional dynamics. It considers the impact of governance, corruption, and policy implementation on South Africa's trajectory, emphasizing the need for effective state capacity and societal cohesion.

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The research method involved interviews with key South African figures, analysis of critical variables, and scenario planning. The process included identifying key driving forces, ranking their impact, and constructing plausible narratives for the future. The study aimed to stimulate discussion and inform long-term planning by presenting different combinations of these driving forces.

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The research presents three scenarios for South Africa in 2025, each exploring different outcomes based on the country's response to economic growth, governance challenges, and social dynamics. The scenarios—Not yet Uhuru, Nkalakatha, and Muvhango—reflect varying degrees of success in addressing poverty, inequality, and infrastructure development, influenced by both domestic and international factors. The study highlights the importance of government action, private sector engagement, and social values in determining South Africa's future.

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