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A universal basic income for all: can South Africa afford this pro-poor instrument?

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic has threatened the health and livelihoods of millions of people. In South Africas existing context of poverty, inequality and unemployment, it was an added burden, leading to vibrant debates on how to support the most vulnerable members of society. One of these debates focuses on the resurgence of local and international demands for a universal basic income guarantee (UBIG).

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/30800690

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Social Policy and Reform Studies

Subfield: Political Science and International Relations

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: No poverty, Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7109195887

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