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Public-Private Partnerships: A Theoretical Review of the National System of Innovation in South Africa

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This theoretical paper critically examines the role of the National System of Innovation (NSI) in research and innovation through networking. This secondary research focuses on critically reviewing the literature on public-private research partnerships (PPPs) and interrogating their relationship with and impact on the performance of the NSI. The study analyses the current state and approach to partnerships by the NSI, highlights constraints to forming partnerships, and unveils approaches and models that may be adopted to foster Public-Private-Partnerships needed to attract private sector investment necessary for the NSI.

Source: HOLISTICA – Journal of Business and Public Administration

DOI: 10.2478/hjbpa-2025-0022

Authors: Christopher K Motloi, Krishna K Govender

Institution: University of KwaZulu-Natal

Language: English

Topic: University-Industry-Government Innovation Models

Subfield: Management of Technology and Innovation

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $107