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South Africa: commodification of poverty

Categories: Sub-Saharan Africa, South Africa, Development

What is this commodification of poverty in South Africa? [1]: “The commodification of poverty is becoming more fashionable by the hour. For instance, a new restaurant in Greenside, a trendy suburb near Johannesburg ’s CBD, allows its patrons to enjoy their dining experience as if they were in a shack.”