Women, Economic Development, and Higher Education : Tools in the Reconstruction and Transformation of Post-Apartheid South Africa

This book is a multi-disciplinary exploration of the intersection, relationship, and connection between higher education, economic development, and gender in post-Apartheid South Africa. In just twenty years, South Africa has rewritten its constitution, restructured its macroeconomic growth and development policies, restructured its higher education system, and made a commitment to provide opportunity for all its citizens, specifically those who have historically been marginalized, women and blacks. Eynon weaves together these unique perspectives to illustrate how these multiple domains map onto women and the critical role they play in the present and future of the country. Gender equality and women’s empowerment and education were considered key drivers to South Africa’s transformation. Front Matter....Pages i-xiii Introduction....Pages 1-9 South Africa Today: Trends and Indicators....Pages 11-33 Before the End of Apartheid....Pages 35-64 Building the Rainbow Nation....Pages 65-100 Two Decades of Economic Growth and Development Policies....Pages 101-128 The Present State of Higher Education....Pages 129-166 Women and Higher Education: The Successes and Challenges....Pages 167-186 Women’s Prospects....Pages 187-225 Closing Thoughts on the Future....Pages 227-236 Back Matter....Pages 237-252