Innovations in Poverty Alleviation

This chapter examines the Nobel Prize-winning economists' use of randomized controlled trials to assess poverty alleviation strategies, illustrating their approach with a case study from India on immunization rates. It critically discusses the ethical dilemmas and limitations of these trials in developing countries, questioning their ability to capture complex economic dynamics. Additionally, the chapter highlights sustainable protein sources in the Congo, focusing on the cultural and nutritional significance of edible insects as an alternative to traditional livestock farming.