Francois Steenkamp

François has a PhD from the University of Cape Town which focused on South African export patterns and their developmental implications. He also holds a master's degree in economics from the University of KwaZulu Natal. He has spent time working as a lecturer at the UCT School of Economics, where he taught international trade and macroeconomics. His research interests include the dynamics and patterns of trade, international economics, labour economics, economic development, structural transformation, and economic complexity.

Experience

  • 2014–present
    Researcher, University of Cape Town, DPRU

Education

  • 2008 
    University of KwaZulu Natal, Masters (Economics)

Grants and Contracts

  • 2018
    Role:
    Funding Source:
    National Research Foundation

Contact Francois for

  • General
  • Consulting / Advising
  • Research collaboration