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Measuring the Social Impact of the Creative Economy

When we speak about the creative economy, the first instinct is usually to reach for big numbers: contribution to GDP, export revenues, number of jobs...
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Using Blended Finance in PPP Healthcare Projects: Models and Case Studies

Building or upgrading hospitals, diagnostic centres, or primary care networks is expensive, slow, and risky. Many governments know exactly where new f...
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Agribusiness Innovation: Technology for Rural Productivity and Inclusion

Agricultural ecosystems in developing countries face complex challenges – from low productivity and market isolation to climate change and rural pover...
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Strengthening Startup Ecosystems in Francophone Africa

Across Francophone Africa, entrepreneurship is gaining visibility as a driver of jobs, innovation and economic resilience. From Dakar to Abidjan and C...
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Data Insight: Top 5 African Countries Leading in Solar Energy Capacity

Africa is witnessing a solar energy boom as it strives to harness abundant sunshine to bridge its energy gap. The continent recently surpassed a symbo...
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Unlocking the Potential of Creative Industries in Africa: Policy Tools That Actually Work

Across Africa, creativity is increasingly seen not just as a cultural expression, but as an economic powerhouse. From Nollywood’s billion-dollar film...
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How Creative Industries Drive Economic Diversification in Emerging Markets

Across emerging markets, the race to diversify economies is intensifying. For decades, many countries relied on a narrow base of exports — oil, minera...
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Common Mistakes in PPP Feasibility Studies: Lessons from African Projects

Public–Private Partnerships (PPPs) have become a cornerstone of infrastructure development in Africa, helping governments deliver essential services i...
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