Agri Focus
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Overcoming Rural Poverty in the Developing World |
| It is time to look at poor smallholder farmers in a completely new way not as charity cases but as people whose innovation, dynamism and hard work will bring prosperity to their communities... |
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African Women Farmers at Risk |
| As the world grapples with the upheavals caused by increased food prices; it is important that we explore the principle of inclusiveness.... |
Democracy
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Kenya Devolution: A Critique |
| Devolution is not a new concept in Kenya.We have always had local governments managed by the central government via the Ministry of Local Governments... |
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Nigeria 2011-2015: Looming Challenges and Opportunities |
| The next four years will be crucial in the process of transforming Nigeria into a country that meets the modest expectations of its citizens as well fulfilling its limitless potential among the comity of nations.... |
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Algeria Pursues Reforms |
| We have to make progress in deepening the democratic process, enhancing the rule of law, reducing inequalities and accelerating socio-economic development.... |
Business Calendar
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IREN in Legatum Institute Conference |
| James Shikwati, Director of Inter Region Economic Network was one of the speakers during a conference organised by The Legatum Institute in London this week.... |
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The 9th Africa Resource Bank Meeting: Digital Revolution in Africa |
| What does the digital revolution portend for Africa? Is it a threat? Is it an opportunity? IREN invites you to join other delegates in discussing this important theme during its 9th Africa Resource Bank Meeting on November 16-19, 2011 in Zanzibar.... |
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James Shikwati joins the Board of Trustees of the Aid by Trade Foundation |
| The Aid by Trade Foundation has recruited the Kenyan market economist James Shikwati to its Board of Trustees.... |
Regions
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EAC: A Review and Way Forward |
| Regional integration is perhaps the greatest social movement of our time. Our objective in this crucial period is to deepen awareness, appreciation and all inclusive participation of our people... |
