More Women in Africa's Labor Force Means Less Conflict
While elections are one of the most important pillars of democracy, in many African countries they are characterized by uncertainties due to the high risk of electoral violence. Studies often look at ...
11 Okt 201914min
Climate and Output in Low-Income Countries
As the average annual global temperature is expected to rise by 4 degrees Celsius or more by 2100, economic output in countries with hot climates continues to fall. And given that most low-income coun...
7 Okt 201915min
Stranded: Inequality, House Prices leaving People Trapped
Migration is on the front burner these days. We hear a lot about people moving from one country to the next, fleeing conflict or seeking a better life. But what about the movement of people within a c...
27 Sep 201914min
The Value of Whales and Every Other Breath
July was the hottest month on record according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Scientific research now indicates more clearly than ever that our growing carbon footprint is war...
15 Sep 201931min
Nicola Pierri: Good Hospitals Healthy Economy
Being diagnosed with a serious illness is a shock to the system, and treatment and recovery can mean major disruptions in a person's life. But illness also takes millions of people out of the labor fo...
30 Aug 201915min
Raghuram Rajan: Markets and State Leave Community Behind
In his latest book, Raghuram Rajan takes a close look at the relationship between the state, markets and communities, and argues localism is the answer to globalization. Rajan is a distinguished profe...
16 Aug 201932min
Electronic Invoicing Reform in Peru Paying Off
The use of digital technologies is transforming how tax administrations operate, helping to improve efficiency and service delivery. A striking example has been Peru's adoption of electronic invoicing...
9 Aug 201916min
Arnaud Costinot: Taxing Robots to Level the Playing Field
Technological innovation like automation using robots to produce goods and provide services creates tremendous opportunities for businesses. But as the cost of producing robots goes down, is this tech...
24 Juli 20199min
