Projection of Future Economic and Sociopolitical Trends In South Africa Up To 2025

The report predicts positive economic growth for South Africa up to 2025 but highlights sociopolitical challenges.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher:

Bureau Of Market Research (BMR) Of The University Of South

Publication date: January 2006
Authors: Carel Van Aardt, Helgard Van Wyk
Time horizon: 2025
Geographic focus: South Africa, Africa

Methods

The research method involved qualitative evaluations of economic and sociopolitical issues by 70 business leaders and economists, as well as quantitative predictions by a panel of 13 economists for various economic sectors, comparing the years 2007 and 2010 with 2004.

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Key Insights

The report presents an optimistic outlook for South Africa's economic growth, with expectations of an average growth rate above 3% per annum from 2005 to 2010, and even higher growth from 2011 to 2025. Business leaders and economists anticipate strong economic ties with other countries and a boost in tourism, especially due to the 2010 Soccer World Cup. However, concerns are raised about employment growth lagging behind GDP growth and the sociopolitical issues posed by the influx of people from neighboring countries. The report also discusses the potential strain on South Africa's health and infrastructure systems due to immigration and its impact on local employment rates.

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