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• Less is More: Constitution Building in Tunisia

  

  (photo: JJ Emru)Over the weekend, almost four million Tunisians came out to elect members to the Constituent Assembly that will create Tunisia’s new... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• A New World of Empowered Consumers

  

  Responsible consumerism has been an important trend in developed countries for quite a while but it is also increasingly gaining strength in key emerging market... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• The Business People of Tahrir Square

  

  Crowds in Tahrir Square. Photo: http://www.cbc.caThere is a common misconception in Egypt and the Middle East that the business community has not been a part... Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Advocating for Energy Reforms in Pakistan

  

  Pakistan’s inability to generate enough energy is one of the key reasons for slow economic growth in the country. Pakistan generates around 10-12,000 megawatts... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• “40 Under 40″

  

  Innovation. Leadership. Accountability. Dedication. These characteristics are important in any field and the development world is no exception.  Exemplifying... Read more

  Posted on 17 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Haiti’s Unmet Challenge of Governance Reform

  

  The unprecedented media attention to Haiti’s recovery efforts following the 2010 earthquake quickly waned. This year’s presidential elections were a rather smal... Read more

  Posted on 14 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• The Many Voices of the Arab Private Sector

  

  As we mark the passing of eight months since the start of the historic Arab Spring in Sidi Bouzid, to many people in the region the term “private sector” invoke... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Burma’s Road to Democracy

  

  (Photo: Reuters) Is this the beginning of a new Burma? The current government, which was sworn-in earlier this year after the military disbanded its power for... Read more

  Posted on 11 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• What Does the Nobel Peace Prize Mean for Women?

  

  The 2011 Nobel Peace Prize honored three women from Africa and the Arab world today, acknowledging their contributions and commitment to promoting democracy... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Gender and Corruption

  

  Protesters demanding tougher anti-corruption legislation in India. Photo: ReutersAn interesting perspective from Africa on why men are more likely to engage in... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Institutions for Innovation

  

  As the world reflects on the legacy of Steve Jobs, “genius” and “innovation” appear to be towards the top of the list of words that defined his life. Yet, the... Read more

  Posted on 06 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• The Changing Nature of Development Assistance

  

  Will Egypt and Tunisia turn to Turkey for assistance in building democratic institutions and rebuilding their economies? Photo: http://www.flickr. Read more

  Posted on 05 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Getting the Business Community Involved in Development

  

  While development aid has increased from US $37 billion in 1960 to US $128 billion in 2010, money that should be eradicating poverty is often wasted due to... Read more

  Posted on 03 October 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• The Future of China in Zambia

  

  (photo: Copper smelter, Flickr.com) On September 20, 2011 Africa saw another successful democratic election take place. After three days of anxious vote countin... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• A Tale of Two Tax Systems

  

  (photo: AFRODAD, “What Has Tax Got to do with Development”) Taxation plays an important role in democratic governance and market economies. Tax revenue... Read more

  Posted on 28 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Corruption in Tax System Discourages Business

  

  Pakistan has one of the lowest tax to GDP ratios in the world: around 9%. At the same time, corporate tax rate is much higher than the global average and... Read more

  Posted on 27 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• For Women, Being Mindful Beyond Economic Growth

  

  (image source: http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/) “There was only one man out of the 40 audience members!” my old colleague emailed me immediately after she led a... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• What Do Libya, Norway and El Dorado Have in Common?

  

  (photo: NewsWarped.com) Husni Bey, a Libyan entrepreneur, employed the language of legend to express confidence in his country’s ability to rebuild itself... Read more

  Posted on 22 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Understanding the Emerging Markets

  

  Even before the recent economic downturns in Western economies, investors and international development professionals have been interested in emerging economies. Read more

  Posted on 21 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY

• Property Rights for Indigenous Communities

  

  Indigenous people of Bagua (Photo: Ernesto Benavides/AFP) Indigenous people in Latin America have often been in conflict with multinational companies – and thei... Read more

  Posted on 20 September 2011 BUSINESS, CURRENT, POLITICS, SOCIETY