South African companies aren’t innovating enough: why support during tough economic times matters

South Africa’s innovation fund, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the 2025 state of the nation address, was a response to the country’s urgent need for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

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Journal
Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2026-05-22
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https://doi.org/10.14749/32360760
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Local Economic Development and Planning
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South African companies aren’t innovating enough: why support during tough economic times matters

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Local Economic Development and Planning
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South African companies aren’t innovating enough: why support during tough economic times matters

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Abstract

South Africa’s innovation fund, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in the 2025 state of the nation address, was a response to the country’s urgent need for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

Human Science Research Council SA
Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Decent work and economic growth
Openalex Percentile: Top 3%
Local Economic Development and Planning
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