Conference 2010 hosted by Development Policy Research Unit, Employment Promotion Programme and Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies

Posted by Bernadette Ontong | 1 Sep, 2010

The Global Economic Crisis and South Africa:
Lessons in Long-Run Economic Growth and Development
 

 The Conference will be hosted by the
Development Policy Research Unit, Employment Promotion Programme and
Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies
                                             
 

Date: 27 - 29 October, 2010
Venue: Indaba Hotel and Conference Centre, Fourways, Johannesburg

As with most other emerging market economies, South Africa has not escaped the real economy effects of the global financial crisis. The impact on economic growth, foreign and domestic investment and the external balance of the economy was both severe and rapid. In addition the social welfare consequences of this crisis have been widely publicised with the economy shedding close to 900 000 jobs in the period since the third quarter of 2008. With the deficit-to-GDP ratio nearing pre-1994 levels, there remains a series of economic policy questions, issues and themes around both the impact of the global financial crisis on the South African economy, as well as the possible lessons that can be gleaned from this crisis for both policymakers and analysts. To this end, we invite papers predominantly, but not exclusively, within the area of understanding the impact of the economic crisis on the nature, level and trajectory of economic growth in South Africa. The conference aims to bring together researchers, policymakers, civil society and other social partners to critically analyse the work of peers and to dialogue on the value and the findings from a policy perspective. It is expected that the following areas and sub-themes would deserve attention at the conference:

  • Monetary and Fiscal Policy in the time of Economic Crisis

  • Exchange Rate Policy and Growth Path Dynamics

  • The Poverty, Inequality and Labour Market Consequences of the Crisis

  • Consequences for Social Security During a Recession

  • The Role of Green Jobs and the Pursuit of a Green Economy in the time of Crisis

  • Debating the Global Financial Architecture: Lessons for South Africa

  • The Role of the Informal Economy: A Growth Lever During the Crisis?

  • SEE HERE: http://www.commerce.uct.ac.za/research_units/dpru/DPRU_Conference_2010/Home.htm

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Conference 2008

Posted by Bernadette Ontong | 13 Nov, 2008

The DPRU hosted a very successful Conference 27 October - 29 October 2008

Please see our Conference website for feedback: http://www.commerce.uct.ac.za/Research_Units/DPRU/Conference2008/Conference2008.htm

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DPRU Conference 2008

Posted by Bernadette Ontong | 22 Apr, 2008
The Regulatory Environment and its Impact on the Nature and Level of Economic Growth and Development in South Africa

Hosted by the

Development Policy Research Unit

Date: 27 - 29 October 2008

Venue: Glenburn Lodge, Muldersdrift, South Africa

The regulatory environment is often identified as one of the key challenges to economic growth and development in the developing world. South Africa is no different in this regard, with regulation and the regulatory environment often cited as a constraint to achieving the country’s macroeconomic and poverty reduction objectives. We hope, through the papers ultimately presented at this conference, to develop a more nuanced and considered view of this area of economic policy. We invite papers, predominantly but not exclusively, in the area of economic regulation with the aim of stimulating debate and contributing to our understanding of the growth process in South Africa. The conference aims to bring together researchers, policy makers, civil society and other social partners to critically analyse the work of peers and to dialogue on the findings and value from a policy perspective.

The key sub-themes within which we invite papers include the following:
• Financial regulation
• Local Government and Municipal Regulation
• Sectoral Regulation
• Tax and Tax-related Regulation
• Competition and Industrial Policy
• Labour Markets and Welfare
• Schooling, Higher Education and Industry Training
• Energy, Water and other Utilities
• Telecommunications
• Transport

It is envisaged that research papers will focus on the relevant legislation and the key institutions responsible for implementing the regulations in each area. In addition, the impact of these on economic growth and development will be evaluated. A focus on SMMEs and how the regulations specifically impact on their development as well as the creation of employment is encouraged. It is expected that a number of papers not focused on the economics of regulation, but relevant to South Africa’s poverty and labour market challenges, would also be considered.

Submission date of completed papers, or extended abstracts (3-5 pages) should be sent to the organisers electronically by: MONDAY, 30 JUNE 2008

Decisions will be communicated by: MONDAY, 14 JULY 2008

The conference will pay the local accommodation costs of one author per paper selected. The conference also has limited funds to support the travel of one presenter.

Please submit your abstracts to the following e-mail address: Lisl George

DPRU, School of Economics, University of Cape Town

Tel: +27 21 650 5705, Fax: +27 21 650 5711

Web Address: www.commerce.uct.ac.za/dpru/

 

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