This is particularly the case in South Africa, which is widely recognised as the most unequal country in the world. High rates of inequality erode social cohesion and trust in democracy.

It doesn't tell the whole story but it is at least a starting point for looking at inequality in South Africa both over time and compared with other countries. By this measure, and using data ...

South Africa has been struggling for decades to reduce poverty, inequality and unemployment and raise the rate of economic ...

"Freedom of expression of the media, of creative artists, and academia is a highly prized right in the Bill of Rights of the Constitution of South Africa. The right has the status due to the ...

We are working to speed up global progress in tackling illicit financial flows, and abusive practices that perpetuate economic inequalities and undermine sustainable development in Africa. In Kenya ...

Frankema, Ewout, Michiel de Haas, and Marlous van Waijenburg. "Inequality Regimes in Sub-Saharan Africa from Precolonial Times to the Present." African Affairs 122, no. 486 (January 2023): 57–94.

Third, history doesn't offer much hope. Former settler colonies stand out for their exceptionally high levels of inequality. In South Africa, white people always dominated the top earners before 1994.

Read more: South Africa has a huge gap between the rich and poor - 4 urgent reasons to tackle inequality Still, it is wise not to get too excited unless any upturn in the economy benefits the ...