TIPS industry studies aim to provide a comprehensive overview of key trends in leading industries in South Africa. For each industry covered, working papers will be published on basic economic trends, including value added, employment, investment and market structure; trade by major product and country; impact on the environment as well as threats and opportunities arising from the climate crisis; and the implications of emerging technologies. The studies aim to provide background for policymakers and researchers, and to strengthen our understanding of current challenges and opportunities in each industry as a basis for a more strategic response.
This report provides a nuanced understanding of the intricate dynamics within the South African plastics industry. By scrutinising existing outcomes, policies and practices in the primary plastics and plastics goods subsectors, the aim is to paint a picture of the domestic industry, locating it in the broader global context, and subsequently identify opportunities and challenges within the industry.
Industry Studies
International Trade in South Africa's Automotive Industry 2024
Capital goods in South Africa 2024
Additional studies for other industries will be added when finalised.