Powering Prosperity. The Transformative Power of Industrial Policy in Africa with Jonathan Said
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Episode #56 with Jonathan Said, who is an economist and has vast experience supporting African governments and their partners to implement modern industrial policies for job creation and inclusive and sustainable growth.
What We Discuss With Jonathan Said
You published an intriguing article detailing how many African countries have neglected to implement the most crucial economic strategy of all: an industrial policy that is export-oriented. What do you mean by that?What steps should African governments take to implement export-led industrial policies?A component of export-led industrial policies is value addition. What is the significance of value addition for African economies? Value addition leads to the creation of jobs, which expands the tax base. Could you elaborate on the significance of expanding the tax base in Africa?What are some of the positive trends you've noticed in your work with African governments and how they operate?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes
Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Bridging the Gap: Formal Retail Sector in Africa and its Impact on Economic Development with Wambui Mbarire? Make sure to check it out!
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