This discussion paper argues that South Africa’s current green industrial policy is too narrow and unambitious to deal with the unemployment and climate crises. It proposes a radical, needs-based approach to industrial policy, and an end to austerity.
This briefing critiques GAIN for being constrained by a fiscal framework that neglects the importance of public investment in enhancing state capacity and service delivery.
Current tax policy in South Africa creates a significant disparity that reinforces inequality.
The Budget 2026 Explainer Series aims to break down the key decisions in this year’s budget in clear and accessible language. This series unpacks what the budget really means for workers, unemployed people, women, communities, and public services.
Despite being the most unequal country in the world, South Africa still has tax breaks that deepen inequality. In this briefing paper, we show how the retirement fund contribution deduction disproportionately benefits high-income earners.
This report examines the impacts and implications of shutting down coal plants and shifting to renewable energy.
This report on Decarbonising South Africa’s Transport Sector offers a strategic response to the unfolding restructuring of the transport sector, including the unbundling of Transnet and the growing trend toward privatisation.
Over 10 million households across South Africa live in what is described as energy poverty, meaning these households lack safe, stable and affordable access to or provision of electricity.
Through collective action and solidarity with popular organisations, AIDC has spearheaded initiatives that challenge extractivism, advocate for the Right to Say No, and promote sustainable, inclusive alternatives to corporate-led development.
