The SADC 2015 Scenarios

The SADC 2015 Scenarios project was initiated in 2002 as part of a CSIR initiative to explore ways to engage and contribute positively to the vision of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD). The exercise, which was carried out over about six months, involved the building of four possible scenarios for the Southern Africa region in the year 2015. The scenarios are offered in this publication, not as definitive or conclusive outputs, but rather as a platform for engaging with other interested stakeholders. The authors therefore look forward to further input, discussion, debate and exploration. This kind of engagement will be critical in helping us define and take responsibility of our shared task of contributing to Africa’s future.