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Local economic development: Policy and practice in South Africa

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  • Etienne Nel
  • Graham Humphrys

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The policy of local economic development (LED) is currently attracting considerable attention in government and development circles in South Africa. This article seeks to critically examine and assess the key contextual considerations which influence LED, its emergence and its chances of success. In this regard, the notions of post-Fordism and the important role of government are examined. It then outlines and assesses evolving LED policy and practice in the country in the light of current experiences in various centres. The article concludes with an examination of various practical considerations which appear to be affecting the further application of the concept in the country. These issues are deemed to be of relevance to policymakers if LED is to be successfully implemented.

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  • Etienne Nel & Graham Humphrys, 1999. "Local economic development: Policy and practice in South Africa," Development Southern Africa, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 16(2), pages 277-289.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:deveza:v:16:y:1999:i:2:p:277-289
    DOI: 10.1080/03768359908440077
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    1. Tony Binns & Etienne Nel, 2002. "Supporting Local Economic Development in Post-Apartheid South Africa," Local Economy, London South Bank University, vol. 17(1), pages 8-24, February.
    2. Etienne Nel, 2001. "Local Economic Development: A Review and Assessment of its Current Status in South Africa," Urban Studies, Urban Studies Journal Limited, vol. 38(7), pages 1003-1024, June.
    3. Gerrit van der Waldt, 2018. "Local economic development for urban resilience: The South African experiment," Local Economy, London South Bank University, vol. 33(7), pages 694-709, November.

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