Lessons from the African Continental Free Trade AreaComment | 11 July 2019 | Maximiliano Mendez-ParraWhile other regions are engaged in a trade war, the launch of the AfCFTA is a critical move for Africa and points to the continent's economic potential. Read and comment
Comparative country study of the development of textile and garment sectors: lessons for TanzaniaResearch reports and studies | May 2019 | Neil Balchin and Linda CalabreseThis research summarises empirical evidence on growth trajectories in the textile and apparel sector from six case studies, with a focus on Tanzania. Downloads
Don’t wait for Brexit to be resolved, there’s much more to do nowInsight | 1 May 2019 | Maximiliano Mendez-ParraThe UK and low-income countries must work together now to boost trade and investment, and create opportunities for economic growth. Read and comment
Asia’s economic prospects Public event | 29 April 2019 10:30 - 12:00 BSTExploring the macroeconomic prospects for Asian economies and how to seize opportunities and address vulnerabilities. Find out more
Brexit and global developmentInsight | 9 April 2019 | Dirk Willem te Velde, Maximiliano Mendez-ParraAs Britain prepares to leave the European Union, we track new developments and analyse impact on low- and middle-income countries in this rolling blog. Read and comment
Economic transformation in Africa: key trends in 2019Comment | 10 January 2019 | Dirk Willem te VeldeIn the face of slow global economic growth and weakening global governance, trade, skills and jobs will be crucial for Africa's transformation prospects. Read and comment
Five new ways to promote African industrialisationInsight | 19 November 2018 | Dirk Willem te Velde, Maximiliano Mendez-Parra, Karishma Banga, Linda Calabrese and Neil BalchinIncrease regional trade in services; invest in digital; promote job creation; explore new financing mechanisms; and make manufacturing a policy priority. Read and comment
How AgTech is changing East African economiesInsight | 1 October 2018 | Aarti KrishnanNew technologies are disrupting the agriculture industry, bringing new investors and new (young) entrepreneurs – and new barriers to women's participation. Read and comment
Kenya–UK trade and investment relations: taking stock and promoting exports to the UKResearch reports and studies | July 2018 | Aarti Krishnan, Dirk Willem te Velde and Anzetse WereThis report explores trends in UK–Kenya trade and proposes policies to halt the decline in the value and market share of Kenya's exports to the UK. Downloads
