By Jane Ndlovu
Jane Ndlovu, a Chartered Accountant and associate professor of taxation at Wits University, specialises in South African tax policy with a focus on equity and social impact. She currently leads research on how tax systems affect fairness and economic inclusion through a gendered lens.
Jane says: “Addressing the gender wage gap requires more than uniform treatment – it calls for equitable tax policies that account for differences in caregiving roles and workplace access. Measures such as tax incentives for companies offering childcare support and flexible work arrangements, wage transparency requirements, and targeted credits for caregivers can help remove the structural barriers that limit women’s earning potential.”
