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CSAE research is funded by the UNIDO, the World Bank, the ESRC, the Department for International Development (DFID), and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The views expressed are not necessarily those of the funding bodies.

Photo of flower farm in Kenya. Copyright Curt Carnemark / World Bank

Post-election Violence reduced exports of Kenyan flower exporters:

Exports were reduced by nearly one quarter on average.

For firms located in conflict areas the reduction was nearly 40%. Diversification of export channels can provide some protection against loss of income. Read more>

Photo: Cocoa pod, © Jonathan Ernst / World Bank

Joint venture of commerce and aid makes Ghanaian cocoa farmers more productive:

Average farm production increased by 20% as a result of the programme.

Finding a way to improve the cocoa farmers’ productivity is key to reducing poverty in Ghana. Read more>
Cover of South African Economic Policy under Democracy

South African Economic Policy Under Democracy:

South Africa's 2009 elections highlight the relevance of this new book.

It assesses the economic policies, performance, and future prospects of S.A.'s democratic era. Read more>