At the end of 2021, the BER in collaboration with its partners completed the annual Assessment Report of South Africa’s progress towards its development objectives. It was shared with Cabinet in November last year and the BER is now able to distribute the read more

At the end of 2021, the BER in collaboration with its partners completed the annual Assessment Report of South Africa’s progress towards its development objectives. It was shared with Cabinet in November last year and the BER is now able to distribute the document more widely. The Report demonstrates the extent of the damaged caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, but some indicators also suggest reason for optimism.

The BER has compiled a collection of essays about South Africa’s progress towards its development objectives. The essays draw from the results of the NDP Assessment Report published earlier this year (available on our website) and are co-authored by the read more

The BER has compiled a collection of essays about South Africa’s progress towards its development objectives. The essays draw from the results of the NDP Assessment Report published earlier this year (available on our website) and are co-authored by the industry experts who worked with us on this project. It covers a broad range of topics, from measuring the capability of the state, to police reform, land reform, health and education.

The report shows progress in South Africa’s development in some areas, though outcomes have fallen short of the NDP’s aspirations in several key indicators. Delays and shortcomings in implementation of social and economic reforms have contributed to this, read more

The report shows progress in South Africa’s development in some areas, though outcomes have fallen short of the NDP’s aspirations in several key indicators. Delays and shortcomings in implementation of social and economic reforms have contributed to this, alongside failures to adapt plans and programmes to changes in conditions.