The SADC 2015 Scenarios
This report examines the Southern African Development Community (SADC) in 2015, revealing a region of stark inequalities and unfulfilled promises, with a few dominant economies overshadowing weaker states.
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| Quick Facts | |
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: |
CSIR |
| Authors: | Bongi Mpondo, Bridgette Sithole, Dennis Macozoma, Engela Brink, Isayvani Naicker, Johan Maritz, Killian Manyuchi, Mabela Qhobela (project Manager), Margot Damon, Marita Turpin, Martin De Wit, Prem Velayutham, Rajen Govender (special Advisor), Rasigan Maharajh (reviewer), Rodney Milford (reviewer), Simphiwe Mnyandu, Csir, Building And Construction Technology, Geci Karuri |
| Time horizon: | 2015 |
| Geographic focus: | Southern Africa, Global, Africa |
Methods
The research method involved scenario planning, a process that considers a range of plausible futures to test the robustness of current strategies. It included rigorous research and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, historical trends, and expert input to develop four distinct narratives about the Southern Africa region in 2015.
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Key Insights
The SADC 2015 Scenarios report explores the potential futures of the Southern African region, focusing on the outcomes of regional cooperation and integration, resource management, R&D capacity, human development, and trade diversification. It presents four scenarios: “Global Rules! – The Fat-Cat Haven,” “Hands Across the Divide – The Rift Valley,” “The Uneven Field – SADC Giants,” and “One for One – SADC in Disarray,” each depicting varying degrees of success and challenges in achieving a cohesive and prosperous region by 2015. The report highlights the critical role of the African Union and external influences, while also acknowledging the internal disparities and conflicts that threaten the region's stability and development.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2010s time horizon | 2015 time horizon | Africa geographic scope | English publication language | Global geographic scope | Southern Africa geographic scope | african union | conflict | economic disparities | external influences | futures | human development | integration | nepad | r&d capacity | regional cooperation | resource management | southern africa | trade diversification