Guyana needs to tap into innovation, not oil Lincoln Wilcox Guyana needs to tap into innovation, not oil For Guyana, as for other emerging economies, enduring shared prosperity won’t come from a windfall of wealth; it will come from creating new markets. Nov 5, 2020 Lincoln Wilcox
Infographic: 3 steps to unlock growth in emerging economies Efosa Ojomo Infographic: 3 steps to unlock growth in emerging economies Drawing on our recent research paper, this infographic provides a three-step framework for unlocking growth in emerging economies. Oct 27, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
Not all corruption is created equal Efosa Ojomo Not all corruption is created equal Just as all diseases can't be treated with the same medication, different types of corruption call for differing interventions. Oct 15, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
5 insights on rebuilding economies after a pandemic Christensen Institute 5 insights on rebuilding economies after a pandemic Stakeholders need a tactical roadmap to not only help emerging economies recover from COVID-19, but thrive. In this video we explain why a specific type of innovation is critical for building back better. Oct 13, 2020 Christensen Institute
At UNGA, world leaders agree to build a fairer world; the question is how Efosa Ojomo At UNGA, world leaders agree to build a fairer world; the question is how As world leaders look to rebuild a fairer world, it’s important to ask two questions: how did we get here, and how can we build back better? Oct 7, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
USAID INVEST: A step in the right direction Efosa Ojomo USAID INVEST: A step in the right direction USAID INVEST is setting an example for sustainable, impactful development by empowering entrepreneurs who understand the local context. Oct 1, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
5 insights from our research on innovation during a pandemic Efosa Ojomo 5 insights from our research on innovation during a pandemic As COVID-19 continues to generate economic devastation around the globe in 2020, here are 5 major insights we've uncovered to ensure economies build back better. Sept 24, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
Reframing the problem: Lessons from Orville and Wilbur Wright on solving poverty Lincoln Wilcox Reframing the problem: Lessons from Orville and Wilbur Wright on solving poverty Like early attempts at manned flight, many modern efforts to fight poverty have been ineffective due to a misdiagnosis of the problem. Sept 17, 2020 Lincoln Wilcox
As millions lose jobs, targeting nonconsumption is more important than ever Efosa Ojomo As millions lose jobs, targeting nonconsumption is more important than ever Even as the pandemic wreaks havoc on businesses across the globe, some organizations have managed to flourish. Their secret? Targeting nonconsumption. Sept 10, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
Rethinking corruption in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic Efosa Ojomo Rethinking corruption in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic Despite triggering many acts of kindness and solidarity, the pandemic has also been accompanied by increased corruption. Understanding why will help reveal solutions. Sept 3, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
Why most anti-poverty programs fail to eradicate poverty Efosa Ojomo Why most anti-poverty programs fail to eradicate poverty Fewer than 1% of people cite anti-poverty programs as the reason they escaped poverty. Why do so many of these programs fail at the one thing they're designed to do? Aug 27, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
A market creation story: Brazil’s Nubank Efosa Ojomo A market creation story: Brazil’s Nubank In the midst of economic upheaval in Brazil, Nubank offers an answer to the struggle faced by millions without access to desperately needed financial services. Aug 20, 2020 Efosa Ojomo