1 minuto The Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have become an important component of South Africa’s industrial policy aimed at stimulating investment, industrialisation, employment creation, and regional economic development. Despite their strategic importance, concerns remain regarding the extent to which SEZs contribute meaningfully to addressing persistent socio-economic challenges such as unemployment, inequality, and uneven regional growth. This study evaluates the impact of SEZs on employment creation and socio-economic development in South Africa while examining the institutional and structural factors influencing their performance. The study adopted Continue lendo→

menos de 1 minuto Special economic zones (SEZs) are widely used to attract investment, promote exports, and support industrialization, yet their performance is uneven and often uncertain. This How To Note reviews global experience with SEZs—their rapid expansion, diverse design, and mixed economic impact—and highlights that many operate as enclaves with limited spillovers and high fiscal costs. While generous tax incentives are common, evidence suggests they are rarely decisive drivers of investment and can lead to significant revenue losses, distortions, and opportunities for profit Continue lendo→