What would you think about foreign investment into South Africa? Would you invest in the country? Explain

1. South Africa shows an (formal) unemployment rate of 25%, which could be even 35% if we consider informal unemployment. What are the reasons behind these high levels of unemployment? What are the consequences?

2. Is South Africa suffering from the “middle income trap”? If yes, could you propose two measures to help SA in getting out of the trap? If not, how could SA increase economic development levels in the near future?

3. What would you think about foreign investment into South Africa? Would you invest in the country? Explain your reasons for your decision.