Now available: the second edition of this important book with a new afterword - International Finance Defeats South Africa. Bond poses challenging questions: Should the World Bank, IMF and WTO - be fixed or 'nixed'? Are leading South Africans aspiring to break the chains of global apartheid - or merely to shine them? What, in contrast, are S African's grassroots activists saying? 352pp, photos, statistics, bib, index, notes, UK & SOUTH AFRICA.

Essays seeking to recover the regional peculiarity of the Western Cape and modify the prevailing emphasis on the Witwatersrand and Kimberley in shaping social, economic and political relations in South Africa. Issues covered include relations between Khoisan and colonists; slavery; segregation in Cape Town and the rise of Afrikaner nationalism. Index, refs, 258pp, SOUTH AFRICA. DAVID PHILIP, 0864861168

Describes the state of access to financial services in South Africa in 2004, ten years after the democratic transition. It analyses key developments and innovations that have broadened access to financial services since 1994. It documents trends for public policy makers and financial institutions alike. And it suggests policy directions for the next decade of freedom. Index, bib, apps, tables, diags, 244pp, SOUTH AFRICA. DOUBLE STOREY BOOKS.

Has the apartheid workplace changed over the past ten years of democracy in South Africa? In order to answer this question, the contributors to this book studied seventeen different work-places, including BMW, a state hospital, footwear sweatshops and the wine farming industry. The editors broaden the definition of work to cover studies of the informal economy, including street traders, homeworkers and small rural enterprises. Index, bib, 497pp, SOUTH AFRICA. UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU-NATAL PRESS.

An examination of the structural dimensions of South Africa's economy, looking at the achievements of reform. The author argues that the next growth phase should be excellent for per capita growth, with a general uplifting of all and a general sense of wellbeing. This should put South Africa back on the road to a much more impressive economic performance, underpinning social change and viability. Index, bib, tables, graphs, xvi, 296pp, SOUTH AFRICA. WITWATERSRAND UNIVERSITY PRESS.

South Africa's leading economists adopt within this volume a sectoral approach in their analysis of the drastic changes that have occurred within the South African economy since 1970. The book illustrates how, despite its sophisticated infrastructure, the South African economy has shared in the economic decline - resulting from misguided economic policies - that has been the experience of Sub-Saharan Africa. 256pp, UK. EDWARD ELGAR PUBLICATIONS LTD, 1840643927

Following dynamic changes in the South African business environment, this volume sets out guidelines for the most important principles of corporate governance. Also discusses the recommendations of the 2002 King Report. Index, bib, notes, app, xvii, 202pp, SOUTH AFRICA. DOUBLE STOREY.

What are the prospects and means of achieving development through a democratic politics of socio-economic rights? Starting from the position that socio-economic rights are as legally and normatively valid as civil and political rights, this anthology explores the politics of acquiring and transforming socio-economic rights in South Africa. The book brings together an interdisciplinary group of leading scholars in an examination of the multifaceted politics of social and economic policy-making, rights-based political struggles and socio-economic rights litigations. The post-apartheid South African experience shows that there is no guarantee that democracy will eliminate poverty or reduce social inequality, but also that democratic institutions and politics may provide important means for asserting interests and rights in regard to development. 290pp, NETHERLANDS. E J BRILL.

Locating the South African challenges within a broader international perspective, the issues covered include all the major economic growth challenges confronting South Africa - employment, industrial policy, urban governance, the informal economy - and the social challenges of poverty, inequality, HIV/AIDS and health policy. The key development debates of the post-apartheid era are outlined and the success or otherwise of a decade of reform and experimenta-tion is considered. Contributors include: Gill Hart, Michael Carter, Dani Nabudere, Jonathan Michie, Alan Whiteside, Julian May, Mike Morris, Francie Lund, Haroon Bhorat, Adam Habib, Eleanor Preston-Whyte, Bill Freund, Dale McKinley and Lungisile Ntsebeza. Index, 471pp, SOUTH AFRICA. HUMAN SCIENCES RESEARCH COUNCIL

First economic history of South Africa in over sixty years. Offers an authoritative survey of five hundred years of South African economic history from the years preceding European settlements in 1652 through to the post Apartheid era. Charts the early phase of slow growth, and then the transformation of the economy as a result of the discovery of diamonds and gold in the 1870s, followed by the rapid rise of industry in the wartime years. The final chapters cover the introduction of apartheid after 1948, and its consequences for economic performance. Attention is given to the processes by which the black population were deprived of their land, and to the methods by which they were induced to supply labour for white farms, mines and factories. Index, bib, apps, 302pp, UK. CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY PRESS.

Sixteen essays which assess the economic and social costs of transition into a post apartheid country within the context of a globalised world. The achievements of South Africa are critiqued in terms of class, gender and racial inequalities which are inherent in the legacy of colonial and apartheid structure. Water management, public infrastructures, spatial development and trade are all examined in this cross disciplinary study. Includes lists of contributors and acronyms. Tables, notes, refs, maps, index, xxvii, 461pp, SOUTH AFRICA. HUMAN SCIENCES RESEARCH COUNCIL, 0796919720

Attempts to address lack of knowledge among South African business groups and non-governmental organisations about the mechanisms of the Trade, Development and Economic Agreement between the EU and South Africa. 373pp, SOUTH AFRICA. RICHARD HAVENGA & ASSOCIATES.

Summarises research that investigates the reasons for South Africa's poor manufacturing performance during the 1980s and 1990s. 263pp, SOUTH AFRICA. UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN PRESS.

A massive compendium looking at experience in an international and in the S African context. It will be interesting both for Africanists and for those interested in comparative labour studies. When first published this book was hailed as winning with hands down whilst others have yet to hear the starting pistol. This is the fourth edition of this text book. Contents include: the labour relationship, industrial relations, the S African social and historical context, legislation, unions and employers, - and the state, collective bargaining, labour relations in workplaces, discipline and dismissal, employment equity, labour economics, the RSA labour market, negotia-tions, disputes, industrial action, conflicts and democracy, comparisons with other countries, the future, and 14 annexes.871pp, SOUTH AFRICA. JUTA PUBLISHERS.

The South African labour market has undergone unparalleled reformations since 1994. This textbook provides a comprehensive text for students at tertiary institutions. It is also a reference for industrial relations practitioners. Index, tables, figs 536pp, SOUTH AFRICA. OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS SOUTH AFRICA.

Second edition. Lekgotla is a Sesotho word for `meeting circle'. The author looks at the idea of the company as tribe, including all employees and managers in promoting the organisation as a community and ensuring that each gets the chance to voice opinions. The end goal is a company culture in which all members subordinate their individual goals to the interests of the group. Bib, b/w illus, tables, 128pp, SOUTH AFRICA. JACANA MEDIA.

One of the first comprehensive evaluations of the impact of South Africa's evolving Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) policies and programmes during the first decade of democracy - from 1994-2004. Though it has had many detractors those who support BEE view it as the vehicle that is capable propelling black South Africans into the second revolution of economic independence. 251pp, SOUTH AFRICA. JONATHAN BALL.

An evaluation of Finance Minister Trevor Manuel's handling of the South African economy since 1996, putting his achievements into an economic and political perspective. Index, notes, 230pp, SOUTH AFRICA. DOUBLE STOREY BOOKS, 1919930590

Business in Africa Research Project Report 7. Apps, tables, charts, 137pp, SOUTH AFRICA. SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.

An evaluation of pilot micro-finance schemes in Chimanimani in Zimbabwe, Chimoio in Mozambique and Nyandeni in South Africa. Maps, refs, tables, b/w photos, 173pp, SOUTH AFRICA. HUMAN SCIENCES RESEARCH COUNCIL, 0796920001

Business in Africa Research Project Report 8. Apps, tables, charts, 125pp, SOUTH AFRICA. SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.

Brings together results from specially-commissioned research in order to place in context the challenges of economic growth in the second democratic decade. Among the ten chapters are analyses of the relationship between the social fabric, crime and growth, surveys of social mobility and inequality, a critique of economic policy and of the relationship between social welfare policies and growth prospects. Points of focus in these analyses include black economic empowerment and the emerging African middle class. 246pp, SOUTH AFRICA. CENTRE FOR DEVELOPMENT & ENTERPRISE.

An overview of human resource development in South Africa, focusing on three institutional subsystems within the larger South African social system: the youth labour market, the world of work and the national system of science. Refs, notes, x, 94pp, SOUTH AFRICA. HUMAN SCIENCES RESEARCH COUNCIL, 0796920427

Collection of articles which provide insights into how the South African economy has reacted to the events of the 11th of September 2001, HIV/AIDS, the labour market, and good governance. xxi, 167pp, SOUTH AFRICA. Jonathan Ball, 1868421201

Eskom is a South African company that has developed from a state utility under apartheid into an efficient globally competitive state-owned enterprise. In 2001, Eskom received the Power Company of the Year title at the Financial Times Global Energy Awards Ceremony in the New York. This book draws on the growing body of knowledge about corporate governance in state-owned enterprises around the world to locate Eskom's experience in that context and argues that a state-owned enterprise can be run as efficiently as any other. Argues that the key to performance excellence lies in good governance and the authors reveal how a public company can implement good governance practices when government is the major shareholder. 352pp, UK. PALGRAVE.

The democratic South Africa boasts some of the most advanced labour legislation in the world allowing public service workers to enjoy trade union and collective bargaining rights for the first time in the country's history. These developments set the stage for public servants to bring their conditions of service into line with the industrial relations 'best practice' in the private sector. The chapters in this volume are based on critical assessments of contemporary developments in the public service drawn from original research by a range of contributors, including public servants, academics and independent researchers, all specialists in this field. 279pp, SOUTH AFRICA. WITWATERSRAND UNIVERSITY PRESS, 1868143597

Historical policy document setting out the steps to be taken by the post apartheid ANC government towards economic redistribution. Preface by Nelson Mandela. 147pp, SOUTH AFRICA. UMANYO PUBLICATIONS. 0958383413

A timely analysis of the new challenges and problems facing South African Unions since they gained constitutional rights in 1994. BNS, 310pp, UK. ASHGATE PUBLISHERS, 0754619818

When the African National Congress inherited an economy in 1994 that had been shrinking for 5 years, and that had not grown in per capita terms for almost 15, it was also one of the most unequal societies in the world. The government deficit had risen to 9.5 per cent of GDP, and inflation had been in double figures for 20 years. How could an organisation with no previous experience of governing and a history of socialist rhetoric accomplish both a peaceful transition to democracy and set South Africa on a path toward sustained economic growth? This book attempts to address this question. 248pp, SOUTH AFRICA. UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU-NATAL PRESS.

Provides an overview of socio-economic rights in the South African constitution within an international framework. Separate chapters cover the right to education, the right to housing, health rights , the right to food, the right to water, the right to social assistance and environ-mental rights. 309pp, SOUTH AFRICA. PRETORIA UNIVERSITY LAW PRESS.

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Documents the relationship between the most powerful economic bloc in the world and a country that has been regarded as a political miracle. It is a relationship that has not always been as amicable as either party might have liked, yet it remains an essential one to both. 176pp, SOUTH AFRICA. PROTEA BOOK HOUSE.

Contents: A Legal Framework for Fiscal Transparency; Clarity of Sub-National Roles and Responsibilities in Practice; Public Availability of Information; Independent Checks and Balances of Budget Execution and Government Data; Budget Decision-making Process; Summary Results and Conclusions; Bibliography and resources. 59pp. SOUTH AFRICA. IDASA, 191979817X

Argues that sustainable development in Africa can only be achieved if the private sector is allowed to flourish and recommends how to strengthen that sector. Index, tables, charts, 294pp, SOUTH AFRICA. SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS.

South African business practice and workplace etiquette from a leading consultant in the field. 141pp, SOUTH AFRICA. UMUZI.

From high profile figures such as Cyril Ramaphosa, Albie Sachs and Wendy Luhabe to analysts such as Wendy Lucas Bull, Vuyo Jack and Itumeleng Mahabane; to practitioners such as Lot Ndlovu, Eric Mafuna, Nolitha Fakude, this book brings together leading South African analysts and practitioners in the most comprehensive analysis of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) to date. The volume situates Black Economic Empowerment within the larger trajectory of black business imperatives for empowerment; and provides policy recommendations for legislative and regulatory clarity. 231pp, SOUTH AFRICA. JACANA MEDIA.