Monthly Archives: September 2012

The rise and fall of (Chinese) African apparel exports

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

Even the tiniest signs of industrial take-off in Africa always attract the attention of economists and policymakers, both of whom are eagerly waiting for the elusive African growth miracle. One such episode of excitement was the surge of apparel exports … Continue reading →

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What comes after the Millennium Development Goals?

Posted on September 17, 2012 by

In 2000 the United Nations adopted the Millennium Development Declaration, which committed their members to a new global partnership to tackle poverty and other development challenges. In 2005, under the leadership of Jeffrey Sachs, a number of time-bound targets were … Continue reading →

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White man’s burden? How the presence of foreigners can change behaviour

Posted on September 10, 2012 by

In my fieldwork in Sierra Leone I often find myself in an uncomfortable position where I receive “special treatment” because of my identity. This is an experience shared by researchers and expat aid workers who try, but fail, to “fit in”. The … Continue reading →

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