Time to revisit data collection methods — lessons from African mass markets
Audio recordings tap into voice intelligence in unique ways that cannot be achieved by text.
By Charles Dhewa
Aug. 21, 2024
How to modernise African markets without losing flavour and identity
Key modern aspects that are needed include facilities that reinforce good hygiene, water reticulation, lighting, paving and general neatness.
By Charles Dhewa
Jul. 31, 2024
African mass markets shape social fabrics
Measurements and pricing preferences for diverse commodities are determined by buying patterns in mass/territorial markets.
By Charles Dhewa
May. 22, 2024
How African mass markets make productive use of gossip and the grapevine
Some telling mixed results were also experienced in Rwanda through attempts to link farmers and buyers on a platform called Viamo.
By Charles Dhewa
Feb. 28, 2024
Transitioning pathways from projects to community investments
There are signs that the generic NGO modelling which focuses mainly on vulnerable members of society as beneficiaries has reached its limits.
By Charles Dhewa
Oct. 18, 2023
African mass food markets research data grossly underrated
When properly studied, mass food markets can be a source of rich intelligence on the contribution of agriculture and food systems.
By Charles Dhewa
Aug. 16, 2023
How African mass food markets decolonise, moderate the cost of living
Since the cost of living was always given, the gap between the cost of living and income earned would widen with the level of income earned by the breadwinner.
By Charles Dhewa
Jul. 5, 2023
