Prospects for Recovery and Sustainable Development in Africa
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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,48 MB
Release : 1996
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Prospects for Recovery and Sustainable Development in Africa
Author : Aguibou Y. Yansané
Publisher : Praeger
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 31,14 MB
Release : 1996-04-16
Category : Business & Economics
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Book Description
Nine world-class experts on the African economy share their knowledge regarding the potential for real improvement and growth in food production and the development of grassroots economies that will benefit citizens as well as governments. Economic models that assume good incentives, infrastructure, entrepreneurial skills, and a level trading field cannot be invoked. Structural adjustment in African countries has led to unintended consequences because the common people and the small farmers have not been consulted. Domestic food production, the crux of Africa's economic problem, has been downgraded because of the emphasis on export crops. To develop self-sufficiency and food security, African nations must mobilize domestic resources, improve the human resource capacity, and strengthen their scientific and technological bases. They must also cooperate in integration schemes rather than compete for the available Western aid.
From Conflict to Recovery in Africa
Author : Tony Addison
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 32,37 MB
Release : 2003-02-13
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780199261031
Book Description
Revitalizing private sectors. 4. Transforming states. Conclusions. For a list of contributions, go to the full-text area of this record.
The Future of Work in Africa
Author : Jieun Choi
Publisher : Africa Development Forum
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 24,27 MB
Release : 2020
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781464814440
Book Description
This companion report to the World Development Report (WDR) 2019: The Changing Nature of Work addresses the key themes of creating productive jobs and addressing the needs of those left behind. It builds on and contextualizes some of WDR 2019's main messages to key specificities of the sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) region. It focuses on how global trends especially the adoption of digital technologies (DTs) may change the nature of work in SSA by creating new opportunities and challenges. The report is structured around three main issues that will shape the future of work in Africa, namely the human capital needs of a young and rapidly growing largely low-skilled labor force, the prevalence of informal workers and enterprises and the social protection policies to mitigate risks resulting from disruptions to labor markets. The report highlights important unanswered policy questions where new research, supplemented by new data, could yield learnings with high policy payoffs in the SSA context.
Global Outlook on Financing for Sustainable Development 2021 A New Way to Invest for People and Planet
Author : OECD
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 17,49 MB
Release : 2020-11-09
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ISBN : 9264652434
Book Description
The Global Outlook on Financing for Sustainable Development 2021 calls for collective action to address both the short-term collapse in resources of developing countries as well as long-term strategies to build back better following the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sub-Saharan Africa
Author : World Bank
Publisher :
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 39,21 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Business & Economics
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Book Description
3. Investing in people.
Africa and the Sustainable Development Goals
Author : Maano Ramutsindela
Publisher : Springer
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 28,91 MB
Release : 2019-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030148572
Book Description
The book draws upon the expertise and international research collaborations forged by the Worldwide Universities Network Global Africa Group to critically engage with the intersection, in theory and practice, of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Africa’s development agendas and needs. Further, it argues that – and demonstrates how – the SDGs should be understood as an aspirational blueprint for development with multiple meanings that are situated in dynamic and contested terrains. As the SDGs have substantial implications for development policy and resourcing at both the macro and micro levels, their relevance is not only context-specific but should also be assessed in terms of the aspirations and needs of ordinary citizens across the continent. Drawing on analyses and evidence from both the natural and social sciences, the book demonstrates that progress towards the SDGs must meet demands for improving human well-being under diverse and challenging socio-economic, political and environmental conditions. Examples include those from the mining industry, public health, employment and the media. In closing, it highlights how international collaboration in the form of research networks can enhance the production of critical knowledge on and engagement with the SDGs in Africa.
Urbanization and Industrialization for Africa's Transformation
Author : United Nations. Economic Commission for Africa
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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 21,84 MB
Release : 2017
Category : Africa
ISBN : 9789210603928
Book Description
The 2017 Economic Report on Africa focuses on the linkages between industrialization and urbanization. Urbanization is one of Africa mega trends with profound implications for the social, economic, environmental dimensions of growth and transformation. Theory and experience demonstrate that industrialization and urbanization can be mutually reinforcing processes. It is therefore imperative to explore the linkages between urbanization and industrialization given the profound implications for structural transformation in Africa. So far, current policy narratives and frameworks on structural transformation and industrialization in Africa have largely failed to factor in the spatial and urban dimensions of industrialization, and in particular the advantages presented by productivity enhancement and agglomeration effects generated by cities. Yet, the nexus between urbanization and industrialization is of particular relevance for Agenda 2063 and the 2030 Agenda on Sustainable Development. Both agendas recognize urbanization as a critical factor for sustainable development. It is also important to consider urbanization and industrialization in light of Africa's engagement with the Third United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III) to be held in Quito, Ecuador in October 2016. In this context, African policy makers have clearly recognized urbanization as an engine of structural transformation for inclusive and sustainable growth.
Africa’s Development Dynamics 2021 Digital Transformation for Quality Jobs
Author : African Union Commission
Publisher : OECD Publishing
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 28,74 MB
Release : 2021-01-19
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ISBN : 926460653X
Book Description
Africa’s Development Dynamics uses lessons learned in the continent’s five regions – Central, East, North, Southern and West Africa – to develop policy recommendations and share good practices. Drawing on the most recent statistics, this analysis of development dynamics attempts to help African leaders reach the targets of the African Union’s Agenda 2063 at all levels: continental, regional, national and local.
Achieving Sustainable Development and Promoting Development Cooperation
Author : Department of Economic & Social Affairs
Publisher : United Nations Publications
Page : 295 pages
File Size : 25,91 MB
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789211045871
Book Description
This book presents an overview of the key debates that took place during the Economic and Social Council meetings at the 2007 High-level Segment, at which ECOSOC organized its first biennial Development Cooperation Forum. The discussions also revolved around the theme of the second Annual Ministerial Review, "Implementing the internationally agreed goals and commitments in regard to sustainable development."--P. 4 of cover.
