COVID-19 exposes why the ambitious goal to end extreme poverty is inadequate
Unfortunately, the virus won’t be the last crisis to expose how vulnerable billions of people remain despite not technically living in “extreme poverty.”
May 28, 2020
Author: Efosa Ojomo
From fishing to finance; innovating in the midst of COVID-19
Economic crises have always led to new innovations. In the face of the present pandemic, here's how some companies are finding ways to adapt while making the world a better place.
May 21, 2020
With development pushed back 30 years, these innovations are critical for recovery
The global pandemic threatens to plunge half a billion people into poverty. Here are five reasons market-creating innovations can fuel a recovery.
May 14, 2020
3 questions for development organizations to ask themselves in the wake of COVID-19
It’s tempting to focus on quick fixes to the problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. But with a more holistic approach, over time many poor regions will no longer rely on assistance.
Apr 30, 2020
Innovators Creating Prosperity: LULA
We chatted with LULA co-founder and CEO Velani Mboweni about his organization’s journey to democratizing affordable transportation in Africa.
Apr 23, 2020
Innovators Creating Prosperity: Babban Gona
We spoke with Kola Masha, founder and managing director of Babban Gona, about how his organization is helping solve Nigeria's youth unemployment crisis.
Mar 30, 2020
The World Bank’s $12B COVID-19 fund can have lasting impact: Here’s how
For the World Bank to tackle COVID-19 effectively in poor countries, it needs to do more than simply strengthen the healthcare system.
Mar 24, 2020
America was once an emerging market
America's rags-to-riches story isn't exceptional; it follows the same predictable path as other now-prosperous countries. That path offers hope for emerging markets today.
Mar 17, 2020
On International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the women who are working to build a better tomorrow
When young girls see women start and build companies that significantly impact society, a virtuous cycle of empowerment begins.
Mar 8, 2020
How private equity can win big in Africa
Private equity has the potential to truly transform lives and create inclusive prosperity in Africa. So why have some of the world’s largest private equity funds floundered on the continent?
Mar 5, 2020