About CDE

The Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE), an independent policy research and advocacy organisation, is South Africa’s leading development think tank. Since its establishment in 1995, CDE has been gathering evidence, generating innovative policy recommendations and consulting widely on issues critical to economic growth, employment and democratic consolidation.

By examining South African and international experience, CDE formulates practical policy proposals outlining ways in which South Africa can tackle major social and economic challenges. CDE has a special focus on the role of business and markets in development.

CDE disseminates its research and proposals to a national audience of policymakers, opinion formers and the wider public through printed and digital publications, which receive extensive media coverage. Our track record of successful engagement enables CDE to bring together experts and stakeholders to debate the policy implications of research findings.