Insights into the Complexities of Economic Development in Sub-Saharan Africa with Pritish Behuria

Episode #64 with Pritish Behuria who is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester. The university boasts Europe's largest department dedicated to studying global and international development issues, making Pritish an ideal guest to speak on the topic. 

Additionally, he is a renowned expert in the fields of industrial policy and comparative developmental trajectories, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. His extensive experience and knowledge allowed him to provide valuable insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing this region in terms of economic development and industrialisation.

What We Discuss With  Pritish

• The majority of your research focuses on African development strategies and trajectories, particularly Rwanda. Why Rwanda?
•  What are some of the present-day challenges that Africa faces in terms of development in the 21st century?
• What are the typical vulnerabilities present in African economies that hinder the attainment of sustainable economic growth?
• I came across an intriguing article that you published not long ago, titled "The Political Economy of a Tax Haven: The Case of Mauritius". Would you mind highlighting some of the central themes explored in this piece?
• What advantages could an African economy potentially gain from implementing a tax haven strategy?
• And much more...

Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes

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