Development Studies
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Economic Inequality and Poverty Dynamics: What does Literature tell us?
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore the intricate relationship between economic inequality and poverty dynamics, with a focus on understanding how disparities in wealth and income influence the movement of individuals and households into and out of poverty over time. The study employs a comprehensive literature review methodology, analyzing existing empirical and theoretical research to assess various approaches to measuring economic... [...] Read more
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Effect of Geopolitical Risk on Bitcoin’s Price From 2016-2021: Comparative Analysis Pre-During Covid-19 Pandemic Period
Abstract: This study investigates the effects of geopolitical risks (GPR) and its component indexes on Bitcoin's price from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2021, with a specific focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic influenced the relationship between GPR and Bitcoin's price. We employed quantitative data analysis techniques, including Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) and Quantile Regression (QQ), to analyze the data over the specified period. The study... [...] Read more
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Empirical Analysis Of The Effect Of Foreign Direct Investment On Health Status In Sub-Saharan Africa: What Role For Governance?
Abstract: This study aims to empirically investigate how governance affects the impact of foreign direct investment (FDI) on health outcomes in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on infant and child mortality rates. The study employs an econometric approach, using a dynamic panel model for 44 Sub-Saharan African countries over the period 2002 to 2019. The Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) is applied to address potential endogeneity issues and to produce... [...] Read more
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From Profit To Purpose: How Corporate Social Responsibility Transforms Rural Communities In Kenya
Abstract: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has evolved globally from philanthropic acts to strategic initiatives with social, environmental, and economic implications. In Kenya, CSR is often applied philanthropically, with limited integration into long-term development strategies, especially in rural areas. This study investigates the social impacts of Rabai Power Company’s (RPL) CSR initiatives on sustainable rural development and corporate... [...] Read more
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Human Capabilities and Instrumental Freedoms Relationship: An Empirical Investigation
Abstract: This study aims to explore the role of instrumental freedoms in enhancing human capabilities and the process of human development. Specifically, it examines the effects of political freedoms, economic facilities, transparency guarantees, social opportunities, and protective security on health, education, housing, employment, and communication and mobility capabilities. The study employs a hierarchical structural model using the partial least... [...] Read more
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Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on Domestic Innovations In Developing Economies: Moderating Role of Country-Level Governance
Abstract: The study aims to explore whether country-level governance moderates the relationship between foreign direct investment (FDI) and innovation in developing economies, extending beyond the typical examination of FDI's direct impact on innovation. Utilizing panel data from the World Bank Development Indicators and Worldwide Governance Indicators databases, covering 55 developing countries over a 25-year period from 1995 to 2019, the study... [...] Read more
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Impact of Risk Management towards Sustainability of Microfinance Industry in Sri Lanka: A Case Study
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between risk management practices and the sustainability of the microfinance industry in Sri Lanka. Given the rapid growth of the microfinance sector over the past two decades, understanding how effective risk management contributes to long-term sustainability is crucial. The study employed a quantitative research design, utilizing simple regression analysis to explore the... [...] Read more
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Operational Risk Management And Performance of Cooperative Microfinance In Thailand
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of operational risk management (ORM) on the performance of cooperative microfinance institutions, with a particular focus on the moderating role of specialization in this relationship. Using a quantitative research approach, survey questionnaires were distributed to 455 senior officers from savings and credit cooperative microfinance service providers (MSPs) in Thailand. Data analysis was... [...] Read more
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Regional Disparities In Human Development: The Case Of Moroccan Regions
Abstract: This study aims to examine regional disparities in human development across the 10 regions of Morocco. Specifically, the objectives are to: a) create a typology of the regions based on their human development levels, b) develop a synthetic regional indicator, and c) measure the extent of regional disparities. The analysis utilizes statistical data from the 2017 household panel survey conducted by the National Human Development Observatory in... [...] Read more
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Strategic Human Resource Management and Brain Drain in Nigeria: An Empirical Study of Retention Practices and Workforce Mobility (2020–2024)
Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between strategic human resource management (SHRM) practices and the ongoing brain drain of skilled professionals in Nigeria. Drawing on Human Capital Theory and Strategic HRM frameworks, the research employs a mixed-methods design that integrates quantitative labor market data from 2020 to 2024 with qualitative insights from 80 participants, including HR professionals and expatriates. The findings... [...] Read more
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The Role Of Microfinance In Poverty Reduction: Countries Experiences by Regions 2000-2018
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of microfinance provisions on poverty reduction across various developing and a few developed countries, examining how regional differences and time influence the performance of the microfinance industry. The study employs a panel data model and pooled Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) to analyze the effect of key microfinance indicators—namely, the number of microfinance institutions, gross loan... [...] Read more
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Wellbeing determinants of household’s ability to make ends meet – A hierarchical regression model for Abu Dhabi
Abstract: The purpose of this study is to explore the key factors influencing the ability of households in Abu Dhabi to maintain a subsistence standard of living, particularly focusing on how various socio-demographic and well-being determinants impact this ability. The study utilizes data from 38,124 employed heads of households who participated in the Abu Dhabi Quality-of-Life (QoL) survey conducted in 2021. A hierarchical regression model was... [...] Read more