Economic Research and Development
About us
Who we are?
The Research, Economic Policy, and Planning (REPP) team is a unit within the Department of Economic Development and Tourism. REPP serves as the economic thought leader for both the Western Cape and the broader African continent. Rooted in forward-looking policy development, the unit's core mission is to inform and shape effective economic policy, strategic planning, and decision-making through robust economic intelligence – empowering decision-makers and fostering sustainable growth.
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Key focus areas and activities
Economic Intelligence
Regular, standardised briefs and reports are produced by the team to offer critical insights into key economic indicators like unemployment, GDP, and business confidence in the Western Cape.
G4J Implementation
Through targeted research and economic intelligence outputs, the team contributes directly to advancing the Growth for Jobs (G4J) strategy.
Macroeconomic Analysis
A deep dive into the macroeconomic environment enables the team to uncover trends and provide well-grounded perspectives on regional development.
Partnership Development
By fostering strategic collaborations, the team works to broaden the scope and depth of research and ensure more inclusive and impactful outcomes.
Macro-Economic Updates
Monthly Highlights
These updates provides a summary of the key economic analysis, outputs, and activities produced the past month. It aims to keep you informed on current economic conditions and support evidence-based planning and decision-making across the Western Cape Government.
Contact us
For more information, please e-mail us at Dedat.EconomicIQ@westerncape.gov.za
“Committed to bringing you world class economic intelligence for break-out economic growth and job creation”