VoxDev Development Economics S4 Ep16: Electricity shortages and unemployment in Africa
Apr 24, 2024
Justice Tei Mensah from The World Bank discusses the impact of electricity shortages on employment in Africa. They delve into the consequences on firm productivity, profits, and job prospects. The urgency for policy action and infrastructure investments to address the issue is emphasized.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Impact of Electricity Shortages on Firm Productivity and Profits
02:03 • 2min
Impact of Electricity Shortages on Employment in Africa
04:16 • 12min
Challenges of Infrastructure Investment in Developing Countries
16:37 • 2min
Addressing Electricity Shortages for Employment Growth in Africa
18:27 • 3min