South Africa’s public works programme is a laudable idea. But it must be closely monitored to make sure it doesn’t lead to unintended consequences, especially for women.
Articles on Department of Social Development
Displaying all articles
South Africa’s social grants fiasco begs the question: was it orchestrated to undermine the judiciary and the constitution and hide sheer incompetence on the part of government?
South Africa’s Constitutional Court is in a fix. The only way to deliver social grants that support millions would be through a process that’s without validation, would be unlawful and invalid.
Should South Africa’s social grants not be disbursed, many households will lose the only source of income they have.
Top contributors
-
Senior research fellow at the Centre for Social Development in Africa, University of Johannesburg
-
Senior Specialist Scientist, South African Medical Research Council
-
Researcher in Social Development, University of Johannesburg
-
Claude Leon Foundation Chair in Constitutional Governance, University of Cape Town
-
Associate professor, University of Johannesburg
-
Professor of Public Affairs, Tshwane University of Technology