Tawanda Makombo
Tawanda is a research analyst for the Centre For Risk Analysis (CRA). He is primarily involved in writing chapters for the Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa, a reference guide on major trends in various social and economic fields. Tawanda’s other responsibilities include writing opinion pieces, assisting in research projects and reports and liaising with the media. Tawanda holds an Honours in Business Management from the University of Limpopo and is currently studying towards his Masters in Business Management.
Articles By This Author
We have the taps, but we don’t have the water
For the past two decades, South Africa has made significant progress in improving access to water. Data from the recently published Living Conditions chapter of the Socio-Economic Survey of South Africa from the Centre for Risk Analysis indicates that in year 2002, about 8.9 million households in South Africa had access to piped water. That number has since increased to 17.6 million.
Shrinking Family Units in South Africa
In South Africa, families have undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. One noticeable change is the size of families. According to Stats
Exploring SA’s median-age dynamics
As South Africa navigates its complex socio-economic landscape, one of the most telling indicators of demographic shifts is the median age. Median age is calculated
South Africa’s living conditions: navigating challenges and pursuing equity
South Africa, a nation of stark contrasts and immense potential, has long struggled with issues of housing and access to essential services. The recently published
Zimbabwe’s ongoing struggle for free and fair elections
On Wednesday, Zimbabwe is scheduled to hold a general election. This poll has already garnered significant attention due to its potential to either direct the
The exponential rise of cellular phones in South African households
South Africa has witnessed a transformative shift in communication preferences over the past few years, with cellular phones becoming the preferred choice for the majority
Nurse shortage crisis in South Africa
South Africa has been faced with a critical shortage of nurses, which has been worsening over the years, resulting in a number of challenges in
Maternal healthcare improves, but more can be done
Over the past ten years, South Africa’s institutional maternal mortality ratio (IMMR) has declined. Maternal mortality is an important issue that requires our attention. Defined
Flush Out Injustice: South Africa’s Urgent Call for Sanitation Equality
In a nation that is working to advance and develop, it is depressing to realise that a significant portion of South African homes still do
SA decline on Human Development Index continues
Despite South Africa’s continuous improvement in its Human Development Index value for nearly three decades, the country’s overall rank has been declining over the past