In an in depth analysis of the Government's official documents on development and poverty, John Kane-Berman assesses the overall progress that has been made in the past fifteen years. This analysis provides an overview of poverty, social security, education, unemployment, and redistribution, seen through the lens of overall development. Should you require a password in order this issue of F3LG as well as other publications, please contact Nthamaga Kgafela at nkgafela@sairr.org.za.