Innovation for inclusive development and transformation in South Africa

• Main Author: Hongoro, Charles (auth, Editor)
• Other Authors: Adonis, Cyril (auth, Editor), Sobane, Konosoang (auth, Editor), Scerri, Mario (auth), Kameri-Mbote, Patricia (auth), Kabira, Nkatha (auth), Myeni, Sithembiso L. (auth), Mpungose, Aubrey (auth), du Plessis, Hester (auth), Plantinga, Paul (auth), Lunga, Wilfred (auth), Rule, Stephen (auth), Mustapha, Nazeem (auth), Kruss, Glenda (auth), Petersen, Il-haam (auth), Jegede, Oluseye (auth), van Rheede, Nicole (auth)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: AOSIS 2022
• Subjects: Society & social sciences; Innovation;inclusive development;transformation;South Africa;challenges;science, technology and innovations;innovation for inclusive development
• Online Access: OAPEN Library: download the publication; OAPEN Library: description of the publication

Science, technology and innovation (STI) are generally accepted as major drivers of growth and can help address poverty and directly improve the well-being of different groups in society. However, under certain circumstances, STI can reinforce social exclusion and inequalities. This book explores discourses around directionality and the importance of Innovation for Inclusive Development (IID) in addressing policy questions that explore the relationship between IID with inequalities in income and opportunities. It seeks to unpack the concept of IID and what it means in a country such as South Africa - a country characterised by endemic poverty, deepening inequality, and high levels of unemployment. The book is largely original and based on a critique of existing literature to expose specific issues or bolster specific arguments about the role of IID in equitable and inclusive development. This book has been written by various scholars who understand the various notions of IID and how it can possibly be applied and the relevance of such knowledge for policy, programmes and practice.