Socio-economic impact assessments (SEIAS)
In South Africa, Guidelines were formulated in 2015 after a lengthy study. These Guidelines deal with the need to undertake a socio-economic impact study before implementing legislation.
There are mixed views on whether this requirement is being met. See https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2018-08-02-governments-malicious-compliance-with-socio-economic-impact-assessments/
