The 2021 Social Unrest in South Africa: Primary survey-based research

STATUS: Current
PROJECT LEADER:Roberts, BJ (Dr Benjamin)
OTHER TEAM MEMBERS: Govender, K (Ms Koshen), Reddy, D (Ms Deshanie), Davids, YD (Dr Derek), Bohler, N (Prof. Narnia), Sausi, K (Dr K), Mamba, BM (Ms Busi), Mtyingizane, SS (Ms Samela), Mchunu, NO (Dr Ngqapheli), Steyn Kotze, J (Prof. Joleen), Gordon, SL (Dr Steven), Struwig, J (Dr Jare)
DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBLE: Developmental, Capable and Ethical State (DCES)

Abstract

With reference to the unrest in KZN and Gauteng and its far-reaching social and economic impacts on the country, this research is to better understand the unprecedented events, and develop future scenarios based on this insight, including considerations of possible long-term social and technical interventions to monitor and lower the risks of similar social unrests. This represents a crucial baseline undertaking that would serve as an evidence base for informing decisions relating to the implementation of a short-, medium- and longer-term Economic Recovery Plan in response to the unrest.

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