Semester of Graduation
Summer 2024
Degree
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness
Document Type
Thesis
Abstract
The growing number of farm attacks and xenophobia is one of the most serious crime issues facing the South African government. This study examines the impact of xenophobia on agricultural trade, using port-level trade data and xenophobia incident records from 2010 to 2023. Utilizing fixed effects Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) specifications, I find a significant negative impact of xenophobia on agricultural exports, while non-agricultural trade remains unaffected. These findings highlight the need for targeted policy interventions to combat xenophobic violence and stabilize the agricultural sector, ensuring the continuity of South Africa's trade and economic growth.
Date
7-15-2024
Recommended Citation
Amponsem, Maxwell Peprah, "The Impact of Xenophobia on Agricultural Trade in South Africa" (2024). LSU Master's Theses. 6020.
https://repository.lsu.edu/gradschool_theses/6020
Committee Chair
Lim, Sunghun