In the media The Guardian (Nigeria) 'Nigeria to house world’s poorest people by 2030' Stefan Dercon is the host of a session organised by the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation. Stefan Dercon Economy Development ... Nigeria Africa
In the media Financial Times Global capital and young workers can power transition in Africa Paul Collier says Africa's expanding young workforce needs enterprises that can raise finance for investment, and reap the productivity gains from scale and specialisation. Paul Collier Business and capitalism Economy ... International Growth Centre Africa
Programme Digital Pathways at Oxford Digital Pathways at Oxford explored the strengths and weaknesses of emerging practice around policy and regulation of digital technologies in developing nations, and provided concrete proposals to improve them, including the Digital Economy Toolkit. Economy Inclusion ... Development Digital, Cyber and AI Africa
Programme Centre for the Study of African Economies The home of much of the research and policy work on African economic development issues at the University of Oxford, aiming to improve economic and social conditions in the poorest societies. Economy Inclusion ... Development Human behaviour Africa
News 02 August 2022 Introducing the new AIG Scholars and how to apply for next year The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has announced the recipients of the AIG Scholarships who will join the MPP class in September. The admissions window for next year’s scholarships is currently open. Africa Nigeria
Blog 13 June 2022 Towards a green trade strategy for Africa The future of trade is green, and the future of trade is African. But with the global economy increasingly shaped by geopolitical and climate imperatives, how can the continent best advance its development goals? Thomas Hale Kennedy Mbeva Global cooperation Climate and environment ... Africa
In the media Financial Times For a country to flourish its elite must prioritise development Stefan Dercon speaks to David Pilling, Africa Editor of the FT, about his latest book Gambling on Development, which attempts to explain why some countries stay poor while others find a rapid path towards growth and development. Stefan Dercon Development Centre for the Study of African Economies ... Economic growth and equality Africa
Blog 17 May 2022 Turning academic insights into practical lessons: civil service reform in Ghana A new case study from Martin Williams demonstrates how we are bringing academic theory to life through interactive case teaching. Sarah McAra Case Centre on Public Leadership Africa ... Ghana
Blog 01 February 2022 Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile: a tribute Uganda's most influential economist, according to The Economist, Emmanuel Tumusiime-Mutebile died on 23 January. Paul Collier remembers him as a man of courage and leadership, and as a friend. Paul Collier Economy Africa ... Uganda
