DrMamello Amelia Nchake
Senior Lecturer
Economics
- Senior LecturerEconomics
- 0218082225 (Work)
- Stellenbosch University, Economics, Stellenbosch, Western Cape, 7602, South Africa
RESEARCH INTERESTS
I have more than 10 years of research experience in the field of economics. I specialise in international trade and development economics, with a strong focus on Sub-Saharan Africa. My research centers around understanding the complex interactions between trade policies, poverty reduction, and economic growth in developing economies. I explore the impacts of regional integration initiatives, the role of gender in economic development, and the link between agricultural policies and food security. My work often focuses on specific countries in Southern Africa, particularly Lesotho, utilizing quantitative methods to analyze data and derive policy-relevant findings.
My research interests extend to the evolving landscape of digitalization and its influence on inclusive growth in Africa. Some of the work I have been working on explores how technology and digital transformation can contribute to economic development, particularly by examining the impact of digital skills and access to technology on economic outcomes. My research work is characterised by its practical orientation, aiming to provide evidence-based insights that can inform policy decisions and contribute to sustainable development in Africa.
GRANTS
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- GRANTTrade, import-induced technologies, and the gender wage gap: Employee-level analysis of South African manufac-turing firmsStructural Transformation & Economic Growth (STEG)1 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2026The proposed projects seek to examine the link between exporting, gender disparities and precarious employment in South Africa's labour market. South Africa's trade-oriented development strategy, while promoting economic growth, may exacerbate existing inequalities, particularly affecting women. Exporting, through global value chains, can lead to demands for flexible labour and volatile employment patterns, potentially increasing precarious work. This is particularly costly for women, who disproportionately shoulder caregiving responsibilities. Using administrative tax data (SARS-NT Panel), this research will analyze how exporting impacts gendered labour market outcomes, addressing mechanisms, trade exposure depth, and endogeneity concerns. Findings will inform inclusive trade and labour policies to promote gender equity, protect workers from adverse globalization effects, strengthen labour regulations, enhance social protection, and implement targeted upskilling programs for women in vulnerable sectors.
- GRANTAfrican Economic Research Consortium (AERC)1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023
- GRANTUK Research and Innovation1 Mar 2020 - 30 Mar 2025People funded by this grant:
- Billima T,
- Bowa C,
- Cloke J,
- Connor P,
- Edomah N
- GRANTPartners for Economic Policy (PEP)1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2021
- GRANTProduct market price integration in developing countriesNational Research Foundation1 Jan 2013People funded by this grant:
- Nchake MA
- GRANTPrivate Enterprise Development in Low-Income Countries: PEDL1 Jan 2012 - 31 Dec 2013