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Kenya’s Hustler Fund is a flop. Why president Ruto’s plan to loan money to entrepreneurs hasn’t worked
It’s two years since Kenyan president William Ruto, in what seemed like a political gamble, rolled out a government-run microcredit scheme popularised as the Hustler […]
Mozambique in post-election turmoil: economic policies that could make a difference
Turmoil following presidential and parliamentary elections in Mozambique has been severe. Preliminary official results from the 2024 elections indicated a landslide win by the ruling […]
Brics+ countries are determined to trade in their own currencies – but can it work?
Brics+ countries are exploring how they can foster greater use of local currencies in their trade, instead of relying on a handful of major currencies, […]
Climate shocks and the economy: we asked South Africa’s central bank what role it plays in bringing stability
Climate change poses economic and social risks which can affect the workings of the financial system – the complex interaction of financial institutions and markets. […]
South Africa’s poverty relief grant should be increased rather than paid to more people – economists explain why
South Africa’s unemployment rate stands at a staggering 33.5%, one of the highest in the world. Coupled with an alarming poverty rate – where more […]
South Africa has taken over the G20 presidency from Brazil – what lessons can it learn?
South Africa has taken over the presidency of the world’s premier economic forum, the G20, from Brazil. The G20 presidency operates on a troika system […]
How African migrants can drive growth in their home countries
The idea that migration is closely linked to development has long been pervasive on the African continent. The main reason for this is that migrants […]
Ghana heads to polls: why economy is biggest issue for many voters
The outcome and aftermath of Ghana’s 2024 elections will be a key test whether the West African nation can find a balance between the dual […]
Moroccan schools improve due to grants amid quality concerns – study
Reprinted by permission from VoxDev The spread of conditional cash transfer programmes in low- and middle-income countries has been described as perhaps the most remarkable […]