Maemu, E.Zitha, H. E.Mulaudzi, Witnes2025-08-042025-08-042025-05-15Mulaudzi, W. 2025. Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality. . .https://univendspace.univen.ac.za/handle/11602/2858This study sought to evaluate the Asian Tigers Model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa, with specific reference to Thulamela Local Municipality. The term "Asian Tigers" refers to East Asian countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, China, and Singapore, which achieved rapid economic growth and industrialization from the 1960s onwards. These nations implemented key elements of the Asian Tigers Model, including export-oriented industrialization, strong government intervention, investment in education and technology, and strategic trade policies. By examining the historical context and unique challenges facing South Africa, this study aimed to evaluate the applicability of the Asian Tigers Model to South Africa’s development trajectory. The analysis considered the potential benefits, challenges, and adaptations necessary for successful implementation, highlighting lessons learned and policy implications for fostering sustainable economic development in South Africa. In this study, the researcher employed a mixed research methodology, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The motive behind using the mixed method was to enhance validity by providing deeper understanding through qualitative insights and broader coverage via quantitative data, resulting in more comprehensive and reliable conclusions. To achieve the study's objectives, non-probability sampling and its sub-type, purposive sampling, were used by the researcher to select samples. For data collection, two methods were employed: a structured questionnaire and interviews. The data collected through the structured questionnaire were analysed and presented in graphical tabular form, frequencies, and percentages, while the data collected via interviews were analysed and presented in a narrative form. This study aimed to offer a nuanced understanding of how the Asian Tigers Model can be adapted and applied to promote sustainable economic development in South Africa, with a focus on Thulamela Local Municipality1 online resource (xiii, 189 leaves): color illustrationsenUniversity of VendaAsian Tigers ModelDevelopmentUCTDStateDevelopmental stateSouth AfricaMunicipalityDissertationMulaudzi W. Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality. []. , 2025 [cited yyyy month dd]. Available from:Mulaudzi, W. (2025). <i>Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality</i>. (). . Retrieved fromMulaudzi, Witness. <i>"Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality."</i> ., , 2025.TY - Thesis AU - Mulaudzi, Witness AB - This study sought to evaluate the Asian Tigers Model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa, with specific reference to Thulamela Local Municipality. The term "Asian Tigers" refers to East Asian countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, China, and Singapore, which achieved rapid economic growth and industrialization from the 1960s onwards. These nations implemented key elements of the Asian Tigers Model, including export-oriented industrialization, strong government intervention, investment in education and technology, and strategic trade policies. By examining the historical context and unique challenges facing South Africa, this study aimed to evaluate the applicability of the Asian Tigers Model to South Africa’s development trajectory. The analysis considered the potential benefits, challenges, and adaptations necessary for successful implementation, highlighting lessons learned and policy implications for fostering sustainable economic development in South Africa. In this study, the researcher employed a mixed research methodology, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The motive behind using the mixed method was to enhance validity by providing deeper understanding through qualitative insights and broader coverage via quantitative data, resulting in more comprehensive and reliable conclusions. To achieve the study's objectives, non-probability sampling and its sub-type, purposive sampling, were used by the researcher to select samples. For data collection, two methods were employed: a structured questionnaire and interviews. The data collected through the structured questionnaire were analysed and presented in graphical tabular form, frequencies, and percentages, while the data collected via interviews were analysed and presented in a narrative form. This study aimed to offer a nuanced understanding of how the Asian Tigers Model can be adapted and applied to promote sustainable economic development in South Africa, with a focus on Thulamela Local Municipality DA - 2025-05-15 DB - ResearchSpace DP - Univen KW - Asian tigers model KW - Develpment KW - LAW/JURISPRUDENCE::Private law::Property and real estate law KW - Developmental state KW - South Africa KW - Municipality LK - https://univendspace.univen.ac.za PY - 2025 T1 - Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality TI - Asian tigers model as a strategy to achieve a developmental state in South Africa: A case of Thulamela Local Municipality UR - ER -