Co-operatives among small farmers to grow out of poverty This document describes what groups are, strategies of formation, training, group management and providing other hints on the formation of successful groups. It provides a list of traits of mobilizers engaged in group formation and leadership qualities. Committees to ensure successful group management are also recognized. … Weiterlesen
We empirically analyse the impact of trade on income levels in the sub-Saharan African countries. The results indicate that the linkage between these two variables is negative for these countries. This outcome may explain the negative sign of the Africa dummy in income (or growth) regressions. HWWI Research Paper. http://www.hwwi.de/8_Consequences_of_E.1127.0.html
This handbook published by the United Nations Environment Program and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) in 2006 explains how trade can affect the environment, both positively and negatively, and how environmental concern can work through the trading system to foster or hinder development in both rich and poor countries. The publication is addressed … Weiterlesen
The aim of this paper is to analyze the interaction between different channels of integration empirically. More specifically, we use state-level German data to answer the question whether and how migration and FDI decisions and thus integration of labor and capital markets are linked. Our findings suggest that FDI and migration have similar determinants. Moreover, … Weiterlesen
The South African economy is currently characterized by high levels of unemployment, abject poverty, high illiteracy, low productivity and low international competitiveness. It is also struggling to attract and retain foreign direct investment and portfolio investments. Amidst this situation, the formal sector is also continuously shedding jobs. Furthermore, the formal sector absorption capacity is steadily … Weiterlesen
The Cluster Initiative Greenbook, prepared for the 6th Global TCI Conference, takes a closer look at CIs around the world, mainly in OECD countries. It is built on a unique data-set of over 250 cluster initiatives, derived from the 2003 Global Cluster Initiative Survey and a series of case studies. Industrial clusters have important knowledge … Weiterlesen
Although they are among those who are at greatest risk, few poor people have access to insurance services. This fact only serves to further exacerbate the poverty spiral. How can this vicious circle be broken? After the microcredit, made famous by the award of the Nobel Peace Prize to Muhammad Yunus one of its “spiritual … Weiterlesen
Youth Employment Gateway – PathFinder Framework “Create opportunities by spreading ideas, inspiring creativity and innovation and facilitating opportunities to take shape“. An organisational culture of innovation is a source of inspiration as well as a driver of opportunity. Effective leaders inspire and create a dynamic environment for innovation to flourish. They tend to frequently discuss … Weiterlesen
One of the consequences of globalisation is the growing competition between individual companies, locations and regions. Almost any place on earth could be considered as a possible production location; and companies market their products worldwide. But only those who can guarantee international quality standards and production conditions make attractive business partners. International Standards, and their … Weiterlesen
THE READER 2006 – Implementing Sustainable Private Sector Development: Striving for Tangible Results for the Poor http://www.bdsknowledge.org/dyn/bds/docs/497/PSDReader2006.pdf This year the Reader focuses on sustainable private sector development strategies. The 2006 Reader by Alexandra O. Miehlbradt and Mary McVay, edited by Jim Tanburn. The 2006 Reader Content: Private Sector Development: What’s Next? Systemic Market Development in … Weiterlesen