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Why evidence should guide the formalisation of African informal economies

The African informal economy social order is self-generated to ensure that the businesses survive and thrive, despite the harsh conditions characterising the informal economy.

By Charles Dhewa Dec. 11, 2024

Why evidence should guide the formalisation of African informal economies

African mass markets provide better solutions to opportunity costs

Due to low barriers to entry, horticulture has become one of the sources of opportunities for African smallholders.

By Charles Dhewa Jun. 14, 2023

African mass markets provide better solutions to opportunity costs

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1,3m citizens have no birth certificates: ZimStat

He said the most affected people are between five and 24 years.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 14, 2023

1,3m citizens have no birth certificates: ZimStat

Why scientists don’t always inform climate policy

Scientists and environmentalists have transformative knowledge and technical knowhow but they don’t run countries.

By Peter Makwanya Jan. 23, 2023

Why scientists don’t always inform climate policy

‘Hands off forex exchange market’..... CZI tells policymakers to give banks room to manoeuvre

Following months of disquiet over the foreign currency auction system exchange rate, which markets complained was not freely trading

By Tatira Zwinoira Dec. 23, 2022

‘Hands off forex exchange market’..... CZI tells policymakers to give banks room to manoeuvre

Foreign banks move to isolate Zim

Policymakers have maintained that Zimbabwean banks remain stable despite sustained shocks.

By Shame Makoshori Dec. 16, 2022

Political representation alone is not enough to address global imbalances

Political representation is at the core of democracy, equality and economic development for many societies

By Tapiwa Gomo Nov. 28, 2022

Political representation alone is not enough to address global imbalances

African women in politics: Influence or just numbers?

The women's caucus in Zimbabwe's Parliament is a department that should be working hand in hand with advocacy for women in politics and society as a whole.

By Tadiwanashe Kadziyanike and Michelle Chirume Nov. 2, 2022