The Broker magazine features expert contributions at the forefront of international development debates. Our stories go beyond mainstream discussions, putting new or different developments into perspective.
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Integrated approaches to empower young African women and men to take their place in a modernized agricultural sector are needed throughout the continent.
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24 November, 2014
label_outline Employment & Income
person Rob Vos
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Innovative early stage ventures that potentially have a high social and environmental impact, but require less than €1 million in capital are the most difficult segment of the SME pipeline to reach. Yet their potential for growth is immense.
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17 November, 2014
label_outline Inclusive Economy
person Ben White Miguel Heilbron
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Skill gaps and effective pairing of education with labour market needs remain one of the most pressing obstacles for SME development in Africa.
access_time 5 - 7 min
17 November, 2014
label_outline Inclusive Economy
person Karina Ufert
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Africa is the world’s youngest continent, with two-thirds of its labour force working on farms and at least another 15% in small rural enterprises.Can Africa’s rural economy create enough jobs for predominantly young job-seekers?
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13 November, 2014
label_outline Inclusive Economy
person Paula Nagler Wim Naudé
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