Latest articles on IPSOS

Survey shows South Africans’ approval of president but not of political parties

Press Releases IT Web - 13 Feb 2020

According to the survey, 62% of South Africans think Cyril Ramaphosa is doing his job well, while 39% say no political party represents their views.

South Africans unsure of what to expect in 2020

Press Releases IT Web - 20 Jan 2020

Almost half (49%) of South Africans, 15 years and older, agree or strongly agree that they view 2020 with optimism.

Reduce packaging waste: Ipsos poll

Press Releases IT Web - 4 Dec 2019

Seventy-seven percent of South Africans agree they would prefer products with as little packaging as possible.

South Africans weigh in on attitudes towards women

Press Releases IT Web - 9 Sep 2019

More than six in every 10 respondents believe a woman should obey her husband or partner, according to a recent Ipsos poll.

The right to take refuge

Press Releases IT Web - 21 Jun 2019

An Ipsos global study finds most individuals surveyed believe people should be able to seek refuge from persecution, but scepticism is growing.

ANC could take 65% of national vote — Ipsos

Article Paddy Harper - 7 May 2019

According to the poll, conducted during March and April, the ANC will take above 61% of the vote regardless of voter turnout

Taxes to ashes: The smoking gun

Article Tshegofatso Mathe - 30 Nov 2018

A new reports shows that the illegal cigarette trade is costing the fiscus — and the health department — billions

Illegal cigarette brand a top seller in SA

Article Tshegofatso Mathe - 27 Nov 2018

An Ipsos report says the sale of illegal cigarettes is on the increase

It’s not that bad! Science, tourism clash on Great Barrier Reef

Article Glenda Kwek - 27 Sep 2018

Every year, more than two million snorkel-wielding tourists head to Australia's famed coral ecosystem, generating revenues of $4.3-billion

DA secret poll counters Ipsos

Article Raeesa Pather - 20 Jul 2018

But the party’s survey suggests it has lost support in the Western Cape

DA challenges Ipsos poll report

Article Raeesa Pather - 17 Jul 2018

The Democratic Alliance has rubbished the report which indicates support for the party is waning

Illicit tobacco trade a threat to jobs — union

Article Lameez Omarjee - 11 Jul 2018

'What is disturbing is that our government, Sars in particular, moves very slowly when it comes to taking action against illicit traders'

Maimane ‘not concerned’ by drop in DA’s poll numbers

Article Jenna Etheridge - 9 Jun 2018

According to preliminary findings by Ipsos, the party is now polling at 20% support, two percentage points lower than what it achieved in 2014

Tale of two polls: One survey puts ANC at 50% in major metros, another begs to differ

Article Govan Whittles - 29 Jul 2016

As Ipsos projections are queried, it says it mainly tracks the proportional representation vote.

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The living nightmare of environmental activists who protest mine expansion

khaya koko & Oupa Nkosi - 29 Oct 2020

Last week Fikile Ntshangase was gunned down as activists fight mining company Tendele’s expansions. Community members tell the M&G about the ‘kill lists’ and the dread they live with every day

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Durban city manager says NPA erred in his bail conditions

des erasmus - 28 Oct 2020

The corruption-fraught metro is coming to grips with having a municipal manager who is on bail for graft, yet has returned to work

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SA justice delays extradition of paedophile to UK

Sarah Smit - 27 Oct 2020

Efforts to bring Lee Nigel Tucker to justice have spanned 16 years and his alleged victims have waited for 30 years

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Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

Special Reports

Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

Special Reports

Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

Special Reports

Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

Special Reports

Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

Special Reports

Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

Special Reports

The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

Special Reports

In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'