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Development Policy Research Unit (DPRU)
The Development Policy Research Unit is a University-recognized research unit located within the School of Economics at the University of Cape Town. The DPRU specialises in socio-economic research with a core focus on the areas of labour markets, poverty and inequality. Through the application of economic and statistical techniques, our aim is to produce academically credible and rigorous policy analysis.
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SMMEs in South Africa: Understanding the Constraints on Growth and Performance
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An Overview of The South African Labour Market for the Year Ending 2017, Quarter 2
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Structural Change and Patterns of Inequality in the South African Labour Market
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The Seychelles Labor Market
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Socio-Economic Determinants of Crime in South Africa: an Empirical Assessment
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The Role of Informal Urban Settlements in Upward Mobility
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Vulnerability in Employment: Evidence from South Africa
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The South African Township Economy and Informal Micro - Enterprises : What are the Prospects for Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship?
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