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(This message was added in version 6.7.0.) in /home/tvstekzw/public_html/ccred/wp-includes/functions.php on line 6131The project was undertaken for the Southern African Development Community (SADC), funded by the Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).<\/strong><\/p> Improving outcomes in the transport sector is one of the pillars of the current round of SADC Protocol negotiations. In this context, this research study assesses the extent and dynamics of competition in road freight, including the links with freight companies, industry associations and trading operations. To assess the impact of arrangements in road freight on a key sector, the study focuses on fertiliser trading and transportation across Zambia, Tanzania and Malawi.<\/p> The research study examines the implications of obstructions to entry in road freight and fertiliser trading, both from a competition and regulatory perspective, on the costs of fertilisers in Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania, as well as possible coordinated conduct. The possible and actual interventions of competition authorities are also evaluated.<\/p> Road freight as an integral part of logistics services and the fertiliser value chain covering importers, transport operators, distributors, freight forwarders, customs and border agencies, and shippers. The study therefore considers measures to improve the efficiency of intermodal transportation systems including the diminished role of rail transport as well as the relationship of anti-competitive arrangements in transportation and trading with policies to distribute subsidised fertiliser to farmers, in Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania.<\/p> The research involves a desktop review of existing studies, collation of publicly available data, and interviews with key industry participants and stakeholders in each country. It is envisaged that the research will provide useful insights for policy makers and regional economic communities to improve the competitive outcomes in the road transportation sector which has important implications for trade across the region.<\/p> Project Paper:<\/strong>\u00a0Study of competition in the road freight sector in the SADC region – case study of fertilizer transport & trading in Zambia, Tanzania and Malawi<\/a><\/p> The project was undertaken for the Department of Trade and Industry to assist in developing the plastics conversion sector strategy, including identifying relevant growth sub-sectors. The plastics sector is in many ways representative of the diversified manufacturing industry in which growth is necessary as part of broader-based economic development.<\/strong><\/p> \u00a0The plastics sector is a good representative of the medium technology, light manufacturing in which South Africa ought to be growing as a middle income country with relatively good infrastructure and the urgent need to grow labour absorbing activities. As we explain, the plastics sector performance has been far below what is required if South Africa is to grow, diversify the industrial base and create employment.<\/p> This project is result of a unique partnership between the Economic Development Department and the University of Johannesburg. The project aims to build the capacity of regulators through the design and implementation of a series of capacity building measures to support economic regulators in South Africa. The Centre for Competition, Regulation and Economic Development (CCRED) in the Faculty of Economic and Financial Sciences is responsible for implementing the project.<\/strong><\/p> The project recognises the critical role that regulators play in the development of an economy through setting and monitoring rules for the conduct of companies with substantial market power. The effective functioning of regulators can thus influence development in particular economic sectors. Read more in the background paper<\/a>.<\/p> The project involves a review of the performance of the economic regulators, identification of constraints impacting their performance and the design and implementation of capacity development programme in response to identified needs.\u00a0<\/p> A key starting point for this project is to review and improve the capacity of the regulators. The project goals are as follows:<\/p> The first phase of the project involves engaging with the regulators to identify what the needs and gaps are, review their performance in the wider context of the country\u2019s economic policies and development challenges, and make recommendations on what support is required.<\/p><\/li> The second phase will focus on implementing the recommendations and supporting the capacity improvement of the regulators via appropriate on-going training and a forum for regulator collaboration and engagement.<\/p><\/li><\/ol> A range of partnerships have been established to support the implementation of the project. Partnerships provide a way in which to leverage the resources, expertise and networks of partner institutions. Significant partnerships include the collaboration with TIPS and the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). TIPS is a specialist economic research and analysis institution that will partner with CCRED to undertake sector reviews in the electricity and ports sectors. A strategic partnership has been established with NERSA to host the conference for economic regulators.<\/p> Capacity Needs Assessment<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the capacity building needs of economic regulators will be determined through a stakeholder engagement process and a review of key issues pertaining to regulation and economic policy.<\/p> Performance Review <\/strong>\u2013 this involves a review of the outcomes related to the development of the economy, as well as a comprehensive review of the regulators\u2019 role, linked with the policy framework and powers in selected sectors.<\/p> Learning Programmes<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the delivery of short learning programmes in financial analysis and economic regulation; regulatory law; regulatory economics; and strategic planning and knowledge management for regulatory entities.<\/p> Seminars<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and a <\/strong>Conference<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/a>\u2013 a series of seminars targeting policy makers, regulators, researchers and practitioners will be arranged to facilitate the sharing of observations, analyses and insights. The project activities will culminate in the hosting of a conference to provide the intellectual space in which to debate issues, problems, risks and opportunities relating to the role of regulation in economic development.<\/p> Three sector studies were conducted to review the outcomes and links with the development of the economy, as well as a comprehensive review of the regulators\u2019 role, linked to their policy frameworks and powers. These sectors were energy, transport and telecommunications. Within each sector, the studies carried out included:<\/p> Review of Regulation in the Electricity Supply Industry<\/a><\/p><\/li> Review of the Renewable Energy Sector Regulatory Framework in South Africa<\/a><\/p><\/li> Review of the Freight Rail Sector<\/a><\/p><\/li> Review of Regulation in the Ports Sector<\/a><\/p><\/li> Review on Economic Regulation of Liquid Fuels and Related Products<\/a><\/p><\/li> Review of Economic Regulation of the Telecommunications Sector<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ol> In addition, four case studies explore the impact of regulatory decisions related to a specific market, product or service:<\/p> Review of the Competition Commission Banking Enquiry<\/a><\/p><\/li> Regulating Radio-frequency Spectrum for the Digital Economy<\/a><\/p><\/li> The Construction Industry Development Board and the Construction Cartels<\/a><\/p><\/li> A Review of the International Trade Administration Commission\u2019s Tariff Investigation Role<\/a><\/p><\/li><\/ol> The project, funded by the Department of Trade and Industry, investigated the nature of regional industrial development. The proposed research encompasses two key elements: the canvassing of existing research within regional research partners including in Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, and three investigative case studies that seek to explore some of the key constraints and drivers of regional growth from different sector perspectives. The case studies are undertaken in collaboration with Corporate Strategy and Industrial Development (CSID, WITS) and Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS).<\/strong> Synthesis report:\u00a0<\/strong>Key findings from case studies of mining capital equipment, infrastructure inputs and soy agro-processing in Southern Africa and implications for regional industrial development agenda<\/strong><\/a> This project, commissioned by the International Growth Centre (IGC, \u00a0based in the London School of Economics and Political Science in partnership with the University of Oxford) assesses the current and potential opportunities for industrial development in Zambia.<\/strong>\u00a0The study analyses trends and patterns in industrial performance over time, as well as industry-level capabilities and competitiveness. It undertakes a broad scoping of high potential sub-sectors in Zambia, with particular attention to resource-based industries and regional markets. It provides a review of the policy framework for industrial development, including sector-specific strategies, implementation aspects and institutional setting. On the basis of data analysis and interviews, the paper identifies several areas of untapped, substantial opportunities for Zambia\u2019s manufacturing sector, particularly in agro-processing and engineering products subsectors.<\/p> Project paper:\u00a0<\/strong>Growth promotion through industrial strategies – ZAMBIA<\/a><\/p> The United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNUWIDER) commissioned the Centre for Competition, Regulation and Economic Development (CCRED) of the University of Johannesburg to conduct research on Regional Growth in Southern Africa. Four studies will be conducted under this project.\u00a0The four activities are:<\/p> The development of the animal feed to poultry value chain across Mozambique, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.<\/a><\/p><\/li>2. Plastic Converters Strategy<\/strong><\/h2>
3. The Regulatory Entities Capacity Building Project<\/h2>
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PARTNERSHIP<\/h3>
THE PROJECT HAS FIVE MAJOR WORK AREAS, INCLUDING:<\/h3>
REVIEW OF REGULATORY ORIENTATION AND PERFORMANCE<\/h3>
4. Regional Industrialisation Project<\/h2>
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The importance of exploring the patterns, drivers, constraints and potential of regional industrial development has been recognised and the following three case studies are underway as part of this:
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Case Study 1:<\/strong>\u00a0Transport infrastructure value chain in South Africa and Mozambique<\/strong><\/a>
Case Study 2:\u00a0<\/strong>Capital Equipment with a special focus on the Zambian copper-belt<\/strong><\/a>
Case Study 3: Seed-oil value chain in Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Africa<\/strong><\/p>
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The three case studies form the starting point for a broader investigation into the current status and future potential of key areas of regional industrial development in the Sub-Saharan African area. The exploration in each case study \u00a0comprises the mapping of existing work on patterns of regional development in infrastructure, capital equipment and agribusiness; documenting the nature of the industrial activity (inputs, supply chains, forms of competition, local and regional competitiveness, how the region is inserted in global value chains for construction value chain, capital equipment and seed-oil); investigating the nature of regional linkages and value chain dynamics; exploring the current and potential role of industrial policy at national level and identifying scope for cooperation in the development of both regional industrial activities as well as regional industrial policy.<\/p>5. Growth Promotion Through Industrial Strategies –\u00a0ZAMBIA<\/strong><\/h2>
6. Regional Growth And Development In Southern Africa<\/strong><\/h2>