How to make your own luck in emerging markets
Effective innovators in less-developed economies tend to share something in common: they don't leave success up to chance.
Dec 10, 2019
Topics: Infrastructure
The African advantage in the solar energy revolution
Solar energy has struggled with slow adoption many places in the world, but it's found fertile ground in sub-Saharan Africa. What’s the secret to its success in a region where other electricity solutions have stumbled?
Aug 15, 2019
To the next President of the World Bank—it’s time to switch it up
The World Bank has a unique opportunity to end poverty. Here's how.
Mar 12, 2019
Can infrastructure prevent cholera outbreaks like the one in Kampala? Maybe.
Infrastructure is vital to a country's economic development. But with so many infrastructure projects under-delivering on their economic impact, how do you do it right?
Feb 1, 2019
Disruptive Voice: What really creates prosperity?
In this Disruptive Voice podcast, produced by The Forum for Growth and Innovation, Efosa Ojomo and Karen Dillon discuss the story behind their newly-released book with Clayton Christensen, The Prosperity Paradox.
Jan 17, 2019
Insights for innovating in emerging markets: Integrate, or outsource?
Organizations that work in emerging markets are often plagued with the question, when should we outsource certain activities to suppliers versus integrate those activities into its own operations? This blog sheds light o...
Dec 6, 2018
Insights for innovating in emerging markets: Pull, don’t push
Organizations and governments often push resources into poor communities in an attempt to eradicate poverty. On the surface this makes sense, so why do these efforts often fall short?
Oct 29, 2018
Building infrastructure that lasts
Why do most infrastructure projects under-deliver on their economic projections? Understanding these two tips can help us build more sustainable infrastructure projects.
Oct 3, 2018
Disruptive Voice: How Tolaram brought instant noodles to Nigeria
In this Disruptive Voice podcast, produced by the Forum for Growth and Innovation at Harvard Business School, Toloram Africa CEO discusses the importance of creating new markets for its products in Africa.
July 10, 2018
Impact investments: a key to unlocking opportunity and prosperity in emerging markets
Traditional forms of financing, such as private equity and venture capital, don't always work as well in poor countries. As a result, impact investing can play a critical role by unlocking many opportunities in poor coun...
June 26, 2018