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  • Research in Action
    Gender Poverty alleviation

    When growth is not enough: In pursuit of transformative economy

    Africa has achieved impressive economic growth in the past 15 years; from 2001 to 2010, six of the world's ten fastest growing economies were in Africa. Although growth has been moderate in recent years, it is expected to regain strength.
    Published date
    Thursday, July 21, 2016 - 10:30
  • Research in Action
    Development REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Sectoral development Labour markets Private sector development Gender

    Entrepreneurs could hold key to job creation in the Middle East

    Despite reforms, labour markets in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) have been unable to absorb the growing number of job seekers. Women and educated youth are particularly vulnerable to high unemployment. However, data on entrepreneurship and the private enterprise sector in the region have been virtually non-existent.
    Published date
    Thursday, August 9, 2012 - 10:00
  • Research in Action
    Economic and social development Gender

    "For better or for worse": Can we count on family?

    TOWARD INCLUSIVE GROWTH: Not only do the poor have lower incomes, but more importantly, these incomes tend to be highly volatile.
    Published date
    Thursday, April 21, 2016 - 00:00
  • Research in Action
    Labour markets Sectoral development

    Unlocking the potential of Africa’s young entrepreneurs

    A new report launched by the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) portrays a burgeoning youth-owned business landscape in Africa, as millions of young Africans faced with bleak employment prospects turn to set up their own businesses.
    Published date
    Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 10:00
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    Tackling inflation and pension reform in Lebanon

    In Lebanon, the elderly constitute a large share of its population; moreover, Lebanese seniors number the highest in the region.
    Published date
    Wednesday, April 20, 2016 - 20:00