Institute for Economic Justice

What's the path forward for the Global South in tackling debt and underdevelopment? Don't miss JUBILEE 2025! Gain crucial insights from Prof. Grieve Chelwa, Kamal Ramburuth (IEJ), and Prof. Fiona Tregenna. 🗓️ July 21st, 14:00 SAST. 🔗Register here: ow.ly/2EJQ50WrRbH…

The IEJ stands with @SERI_RightsSA & others advancing the rights of ALL in SA. We affirm the right to peaceful protest, but condemn threats & intimidation targeting foreign nationals, in defiance of our Constitution, & the organisations that support them. #DefendHumanRights

📢 Join us for JUBILEE 2025: Tackling Debt & Underdevelopment in the Global South 🗓️ 21 July | 🕒 14:00 SAST 📍 UJ APK Campus | 💻 Zoom 🎤 Prof Grieve Chelwa | 💬 Kamal Ramburuth 🔗 Register: lnkd.in/dhWuWnNv #DebtJustice #GlobalSouth #JubileeReport #UJ #SARChIID

JOIN OUR TEAM | The IEJ is seeking a seasoned and values-driven individual to develop and implement HR systems and practices that align with IEJ’s mission. Apply by Sunday, 20 July 2025 🔗 ow.ly/BvuV50WfhQR

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | As part of the build-up to the REFA Festival 2025, this important seminar explored how financial systems in Africa are shaped by race, gender and class. You can watch the full discussion here: youtube.com/live/XIubA3Ymq…

The declaration of the newly convened South African Tax Justice Working Group, that the IEJ is a member of, has been published! The declaration calls for bold, progressive tax reform to tackle inequality and to fund public services. ow.ly/Y71o50Wp7L2

@The_DSD and @OfficialSASSA are hiding behind semantics to dodge scrutiny over the punitive measures they are carrying out at the behest of @TreasuryRSA #SASSA #SASSACrisis 🧵

Please could they explain what, in the government’s view, the difference is between a “suspension” and a “momentary delay”, for those who don’t have money for food, now. @The_DSD @OfficialSASSA

Feeding the Future: How to support a Just Food System Transition using the Climate Change Act Join our capacity-building webinar! 📆 Tuesday, 15 July 2025 🕙 10:00–12:00 📍 Online 🔗 Register - us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Just landed in Johannesburg! Join us for this on Monday with @REFAFestival @SARChI_ID @IEJ_SA It's a hybrid event and you can register here: zoom.us/meeting/regist…

What’s On: Decolonising finance, climate action, & debt justice! Next week the IEJ is co-hosting 3 key events exploring the intersections of economic transformation in Africa, climate justice and food systems, and IFI loans. More details after the jump - mailchi.mp/iej.org.za/upc…

Neil Coleman (@IEJ_SA) on how Brazil’s transformation agenda can inspire South Africa… Can GNU bring economic justice? Watch: youtu.be/6A8ZTtLp7HI

Join our capacity-building webinar! How can SA’s Climate Change Act support a just transition in food systems? We unpack the law, advocacy timelines and how YOU can influence change. 📆 Tuesday, 15 July 2025 🕙 10:00–12:00 📍 Online 🔗 Register - ow.ly/PEOS50WmawV

How can SA fund a Just Energy Transition that works for people and the planet? Our latest newsletter explores bold climate finance solutions, from monetary and fiscal reform to development finance institution transformation. 📬 Dive in: - mailchi.mp/iej.org.za/new…

ARTICLE | IEJ’s Kelle Howson, Labour and Social Security Senior Researcher, says SA must shift from restrictive targeting to inclusive systems. •9 in 10 eligible SRD applicants excluded •Digital system fails poorest communities Full article: ow.ly/G6L550WlqsW

#REFAFEST2025 returns with a one-day gathering of bold ideas and radical alternatives. Join us on Friday, 5 September, at the University of Johannesburg. Register now to attend a day of lectures, workshops and creative interventions! SAVE THE DATE: ow.ly/GVpZ50Wkcx2

📸 LIVE from #FfD4 in Sevilla IEJ Senior Researcher Mzwanele Ntshwanti is engaging with global experts at Side Event 18, unpacking the limitations of private finance in achieving the right to development. This critical dialogue brings to the fore alternative visions for…