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Basic Needs for Refugees: Food, Water, Clothing, Shelter… and Cell

WEBDigital needs, whether in identification, cell phone use, or internet access, are as critical to refugees’ safety and security as food, shelter, and water. The private sector can and should engage in these areas, as they are mutually beneficial. Companies can access new, large markets while refugees can gain new sources of employment, better

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We Have a Unique Opportunity to Bridge the Digital Divide and

WEBOriginally published in the print edition of The East African on December 5, 2020. One of the Kusi Ideas Festival’s themes is” The Pandemic Taught Us That African Integration is a Winner”.

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Dr. Edem Adzogenu — Botho

WEBA physician by training, Dr. Adzogenu has continuously contributed to the coordination, formulation and management of development programs in the health sector of Ghana and throughout Africa.

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Three Ways Philanthropy is Tackling Its Race Problem — Botho

WEBfeatured blog. Three Ways Philanthropy is Tackling Its Race Problem. By Liviya David, Business Development & Research Analyst, Botho Emerging Markets Group. October 17, 2021. The revived racial justice movement in the U.S. has sparked a soul-searching moment in the global philanthropic community on the role of race, privilege, …

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Regulation of Healthcare Technology in Kenya — Botho

WEBDespite the fact that Africa makes up 16% of the global population and carries 23% of the global disease burden, the region accounts for a mere 1% of total global health expenditures and contributes to its $66 billion annual health financing gap.Given these stark figures, disruptive opportunities for healthcare technology across Africa have …

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India is Strengthening its Position in Africa’s Healthcare Sector

WEBIndia’s current strategy is to make itself Africa’s partner of choice in achieving its healthcare objectives. India has largely focused on building capacity in the last decade to support the growth of Africa's healthcare industry. Launched in 2018, the e-VidyaBharati and e-AarogyaBharati (e-VBAB) Network Project, a five-year flagship

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African Economic Transformation, a Centerpiece of Leadership

WEBBy the end of 2023, around 29 African countries will have held elections of various forms: president, senate, local, county, and national assemblies, among others. These countries will have to face a shift in priorities that aligns with the manifestos of the incoming leadership, with some building on the outgoing government while others make …

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Bracing for Global Fluctuations in Emerging Markets — Botho

WEBAccording to the IMF, economic growth in Africa was expected to slow in 2022 from 4.6% in 2021 to 3.8%. In light of external fluctuations and increasing levels of inflation, many developing countries have adopted both contractionary fiscal and …

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Isaac Kwaku Fokuo, Jr — Botho

WEBIsaac is also the Founder of the Amahoro Coalition, an African-led initiative convening multi-sector actors from across the region to accelerate private-sector leadership in driving sustainable market-based interventions that advance economic inclusion for displaced populations.He is also co-founder of the Sino-Africa Centre of Excellence (SACE), an …

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UAE Pharmaceutical Industry Snapshot — Botho

WEBHowever, the high turnover rateamong expat workers is a threat to this edge—a challenge that is further exacerbated by limited Emirati professionals in the industry. The UAE Vision 2021aims to mitigate these threats to the stability of the local pharmaceutical industry by fostering more skilled workers that can help bridge the local …

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What Does Philanthropy Mean for Africa

WEBWhere African governments may be unwilling or unable to solve complex socio-economic challenges, philanthropy by Africa’s wealthy can bridge the gap by investing in co-creating solutions with communities and pursuing “big bet” solutions that have a higher risk but also a higher reward. Philanthropy as we know it is at a crossroads: rising

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5 Factors That Will Shape E-governance in Emerging Markets

WEBCovid-19 has made sure that digitization is no longer a “nice to have” - for both the public and private sectors. For governments, in particular, digital transformation has been at the center of most emerging market governments’ development priorities. This has pushed states that are digitizing serv

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How Will Gulf Countries Benefit From UAE’s Expo 2020

WEBDecember 15, 2021. Expo 2020, the first World Expo in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia provides a great opportunity for Gulf countries to rebuild their economies as they recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. For example, the event could add up to AED 122.6 billion (USD 33 Billion) to the UAE GDP alone between 2013 and 2031 and as many as

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How DFIs Should Fund Direct-to-Consumer Businesses in …

WEBDFIs typically give direct debt into funds, co-invest with funds in equity into businesses, and, to a lesser extent, provide direct equity into businesses. For example, in 2020, Norfund gave $31 million in debt financing to AfricInvest Fund IVto invest in industry-creating companies. On the equity side, in 2018, CDC UK co-investedwith TLCom for

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Essential Oils Industry in Rwanda — Botho

WEBThe global essential oils industry is currently valued at approximately USD 6 billion, with this number expected to grow to around USD 13 billion by 2023. Essential oils are increasingly being used in a number of high value industries, including: Flavour and Fragrance, Beauty and Cosmetics, Food and Beverage, and Pharmaceuticals.

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Advisory Note: COVID-19 Interventions for African Countries

WEBThis brief focuses on four key areas of concern in. combatting the spread of COVID-19 in Africa's vulnerable communities and addresses short-term interventions that can be implemented by governments to minimize the harm caused by this pandemic.

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How can the African Creative Industry better Represent Itself

WEBEffective data collection and analysis is the first step in understanding how African countries' creative industries are performing. This could also help to improve how the African creative industry presents itself on a global scale. Currently, data collection in African countries is relatively fragmented and often managed by third-sector

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10 African Companies Helping Stop the Spread of COVID-19

WEBCoronavirus case counts are rising rapidly in Africa. As public health officials ramp up prevention efforts while bracing for the worst, the region’s private sector is stepping up to the plate. Here are some innovative African companies giving back to their communities to help stop the spread.

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5 Reasons Why Dubai Is Set To Win From Expo 2020 — Botho

WEBDubai is expected to enhance its economic growth as a result of its meticulous preparations for Expo 2021, striking a balance between short-term gains and long-term impact on the country's diversification strategy. Here are five reasons why: 1. Expo 2020 Will Turbo-drive the Growth of Dubai's Booming Hospitality and Tourism …

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