Governance challenges for a green economy in Africa

Governance challenges for a green economy in Africa

2012•05•15

The institutional deficiencies hindering efforts to transition to a green economy framework must be addressed if Africa is to achieve its sustainable development goals. »

The politics of inequality and redistribution in Latin America

The politics of inequality and redistribution in Latin America

2012•05•10

Latin America's transition in the 1980s and 1990s to democracy and market liberalism set the scene for the current repoliticization of inequality. »

Transitional justice after oppression: Complexity and effectiveness

Transitional justice after oppression: Complexity and effectiveness

2012•05•08

Transitional justice processes after the fall of authoritarian regimes across Eastern Europe and Latin America have been complex and diverse. But were they effective?... »

Happiness and entrepreneurship: New research insights

Happiness and entrepreneurship: New research insights

2012•05•03

Although challenging in many ways, starting your own business may make you a happier person. »

A shift towards inclusive wealth indicators

A shift towards inclusive wealth indicators

2012•05•01

At the Planet under Pressure conference, progress included a preview of a new tool to evaluate not just overall wealth but also the sustainability of growth patterns. »

Lessons from Africa’s democratic upheavals

Lessons from Africa’s democratic upheavals

2012•04•26

Three African nations have recently seen incumbent presidents exit office. What does this say about the state of democratic values on the continent?. »

Expanding our moral universe

Expanding our moral universe

2012•04•24

For humanity to continue to flourish, our moral decision-making must encompass a larger part of our natural and social environments. »

Return to rural communities: Resilience over efficiency

Return to rural communities: Resilience over efficiency

2012•04•19

The trickles of people leaving cities for rural areas may reflect a universal consciousness regarding what is best for long-term survival. »

Six key themes for eco-innovation

Six key themes for eco-innovation

2012•04•17

Discussions about eco-innovation policy are, in many cases, highly superficial or unnecessarily abstract. This article presents key themes for boosting eco-innovation... »

Highly skilled Afghan diaspora contributes to innovation and change

Highly skilled Afghan diaspora contributes to innovation and change

2012•04•12

Technology and innovation transfer can play a role in capacity development of countries of origin, as seen in this case from Afghanistan. »

Redefining poverty in China and India

Redefining poverty in China and India

2012•04•10

Despite remarkable progress, there is concern about whether impressive growth rates are yielding enough poverty reduction in these two Asian giants. »

Health and healthcare systems in Southeast Asia

Health and healthcare systems in Southeast Asia

2012•04•05

Despite their diversity, Southeast Asian countries are collaborating to seek mutually acceptable and effective solutions to regional health challenges. »