Change Ideas: Public policies to change our world
DGMT’s new initiative, Change Ideas, through policy briefs, advocacy and engagements with decision-makers and the public, aims to address issues facing South Africa, delve into their root causes, leverage proven research (both locally and internationally) and propose practical solutions that are readily scalable. Change Ideas brings together DGMT’s 10 opportunities for change and draws on […]
Implementing the WHO Best Buys
This brief examines the World Health Organisation’s alcohol best buys and explores how they align with some of the proposed changes outlined in the draft Liquor Amendment Bill. Download the brief here.
Combatting alcohol harms: Introducing a Minimum Unit Pricing
This brief advocates for the introduction of a Minimum Unit Pricing policy as a crucial strategy to combat binge drinking. Download the brief here.
Closing the early learning gap for 3-5-year-olds
This brief explores universal access to quality early childhood development (ECD) at scale and how it can change the status quo and improve life trajectories. Download the brief here.
Double-discounted list of 10 budget-friendly food items
In this brief, DGMT and Grow Great focus on one practical intervention – 10 budget-friendly food items – which is about nutritious, cost-conscious foods. Download the brief here.
The Essential Package for Early Childhood Development
In this brief, we look at why an “Essential Package” of ECD services is needed to change tack to close the glaring gaps in ECD delivery. Download the brief here.
Children and Nutrition
In this policy brief, we examine the status and circumstances of our country’s children who feel the impact of hunger and malnutrition throughout their lives, starting in the womb. Download the brief here.