8 policies that would help fight poverty in South Africa’s economic hub Gauteng
Poverty goes beyond income. It often arises when health, education and opportunities fall short of meeting people’s needs. Individuals are...
Togo’s ‘Nana-Benz’: how cheap Chinese imports of African fabrics have hurt the famous women traders
The manufacturing of African print textiles has shifted to China in the 21st century. While they are widely consumed in...
Togo’s ‘Nana-Benz’: how cheap Chinese imports of African fabrics has hurt the famous women traders
The manufacturing of African print textiles has shifted to China in the 21st century. While they are widely consumed in...
East African countries and open borders: great strides, but still a long way to go
It’s not uncommon to find a Ugandan taxi driver in Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, just as one regularly meets Zimbabwean Uber...
Bribery in South Africa: law now puts a duty on companies to act
Bribery is one of the most common forms of corruption in South African companies and state institutions. This has a...
Tax season in South Africa: the system is designed to tackle inequality – how it falls short
South Africa’s personal income tax system is in the spotlight as the country’s tax filing season gets under way. Personal...
Child labour numbers rise in homes where adults are jobless – South African study
Child labour is a big concern across the world. It is particularly acute in countries in the global south, where...
Somalia at 65: what’s needed to address its dismal social development indicators
Somalia ranks among the lowest scoring countries in the United Nations Human Development Index. The index of 195 countries is...
Eco labels in South Africa don’t do the job: how to help customers make informed choices
South Africans want to shop more sustainably, according to research published in the journal Sustainable Development. But most can’t tell...
Uganda’s ride-hailing motorbike service promised safety – but drivers are under pressure to speed
Motorcycle-taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to get around Uganda’s congested capital, Kampala. But they are...
