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Understanding Poverty in South Africa: Insights from the Poverty Scorecard

This document presents the findings from the Poverty Scorecard in South Africa, focusing on the living conditions and demographics of surveyed clients. With a total of 554 clients assessed, a staggering 83.7% of participants are classified as 'poor,' living on less than $2 a day, while 56.8% fall into the 'very poor' category, surviving on less than $1 daily. Key metrics include main sources of energy, income, and basic amenities. This Scorecard aims to shed light on the pervasive poverty challenges in South Africa and inform targeted interventions.

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Understanding Poverty in South Africa: Insights from the Poverty Scorecard

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  1. PPI – Poverty Score Card

  2. South Africa’s Poverty Scorecard 1. Main source of energy/fuel for household? 0 14 20 2. Own a motor vehicle? 0 15 3. Main source of income? 0 21 4. Type of Toilet Facility? 0 12 5. VCR/DVD? 0 8 6. Microwave? 0 6 7. Washing Machine? 0 6 8. Material of Walls? 0 3 5 9. Landline Telephone? 0 4 10. Main Source of Water 0 1 3

  3. General Findings of PPI • 554 Clients surveyed • Branches fairly represented • 83.7% of the Group = Poor • Live on <$2 a day • 56.8% of Group = Very Poor • Live on <$1 a day • Average Score 20-29 (out of possible 100)

  4. Are SEF’s Clients "Poor"? Are they "Very Poor"? • South Africa’s <$2 a day: • 28% of pop. • Limpopo’s Population living on <$2 a day: • 43%(2001, Leibbrant) • SEF’s <$2 a day group: • 83% • Very Poor is harder to derive with as much accuracy as Poor: • 71.4 for PPI Scores 0-9 • Average Score = 20-29 (out of 100 possible)

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