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A critical analysis of the accuracy of the country forecasts as prepared by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU)

Author: Durham, Kate Saranne Date: 2007 This thesis draws attention to the complexities involved in forecasting economic indicators. A literature review examines the general use of forecasts, errors within forecasts and various methods of analysing the accuracy of forecasts. The ... Read more
The economic behaviour of poly-drug users in the Western Cape: an analysis of pathways, prices, location and gender

Author: Melis, Monique Date: 2017 The use of illicit substances in South Africa has implications for the health and well-being of both the user and society at large. Improved data on the markets for illicit psychostimulants are imperative for supporting policy efforts to ... Read more
The economics of tobacco control in low- and middle-income countries

Author: Blecher, Evan Date: 2011 Global best practice in tobacco control policy is anchored by the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control which recommends that countries use, amongst other things, tax increases and advertising bans to reduce tobacco consumption. Furthermore, ... Read more
The economics of tobacco control in some African countries

Author: Chelwa, Grieve Date: 2015 This thesis examines some aspects of the economics of tobacco control in South Africa, Uganda and Zambia. The first part of the thesis examines whether tobacco expenditure displaces (or "crowds out") expenditure on other goods and services ... Read more
The economics of tobacco control in South Africa

Author: Van Walbeek, Corne Date: 2005 Includes bibliographical references (leaves 193-207). Read more
How does a change in the excise tax on beer impact beer retail prices in South Africa?

Author: Russell, Caitlan; Van Walbeek, Corne Date: 06 Jun 2017 This paper uses price data, collected by Statistics South Africa, to estimate the effect of a change in the excise tax on the retail price of beer. We find strong evidence that the excise tax on beer is overshifted to consumers. The pass-through ... Read more
The societal costs of methamphetamine use in Western Cape Province

Author: Darsamo, Arnalda Vanessa Date: 2016 Methamphetamine (meth) use results in various costs accruing to the meth user, society, and government. Internal and external costs of the pandemic are widespread, affecting the healthcare and social welfare systems, policing, private security, ... Read more
Socioeconomics of tobacco use in the Southern African Customs Union

Author: Nyabongo, Linda Date: 2014 Tobacco consumption has long been a significant health concern. This is because it is one of the significant causes of premature death, as a result of various types of diseases that arise due to the use of both smoking and smokeless tobacco. ... Read more
Some determinants of Academic Exclusion and Graduation in three faculties at UCT

Author: Rooney, Christopher; Van Walbeek, Corne Date: 06 Jun 2017 University graduation rates have become increasingly important for institutions and policymakers alike. Academic exclusion, or other forms of withdrawal from university, represents a loss to the individual, the institution and broader society. ... Read more
A study of the causes of the real net-of-tax cigarette price increases in South Africa (1990-2012)

Author: Nyabongo, Diana Date: 2014 From the 1990's onwards the cigarette industry in South Africa has imposed substantial increases in the real net-of-tax price of cigarettes. Past research has presented various possible reasons for this increase, however none of this research ... Read more
Tobacco Excise Simulation Model (TETSiM)

Author: Van Walbeek, Corne Date: 2010 Tool for tobacco control advocates and government officials considering the impact of a change in tobacco excise taxes on a number of variables. Useful simulation for considering impact of changes in tobacco excise taxes on a number of ... Read more c b n a
Using survival analysis to identify the determinants of academic exclusion and graduation in three faculties at UCT

Author: Rooney, Christopher Date: 2015 University graduation rates have become increasingly important for institutions and policymakers alike. Academic exclusion, or other forms of withdrawal from university, represents a substantial loss to the individual, the institution and ... Read more
Waterpipe tobacco smoking among university students in the Western Cape Province of South Africa : differences and similarities to cigarette smoking

Author: Kruger, Lara M Date: 2014 The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence rates of current and ever waterpipe use and investigate the associated correlates, paying particular attention to the perceptions and beliefs about waterpipe’s adverse health effects as ... Read more