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VI. A. Macroeconomic Stability: WHAT DETERMINES STOCK MARKET DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA?
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| The previous section has provided enough evidence to make a convincing case that stock
market development at least creates the enabling environment for a successful economic
growth. The policy question, therefore, is what determines stock market development? The
literature suggests that sound macroeconomic environment, well developed banking sector,
transparent and accountable institutions, and shareholder protection are necessary
preconditions for the efficient functioning of stock markets in Africa. |
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5.1 There can be little diversification without an optimal trade policy: Economic Report on Africa 2007
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| The trade policy question and its role in economic growth and development continues
to dominate much of the debate in this era of globalization. |
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“TOP TEN TIPS TO EFFECTIVELY WORK WITH POLICY MAKERS”
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| We are sometimes called on to work with policy makers in a variety of organizations we are associated with in our personal, business and volunteer lives. Working with these policy makers can be very rewarding and can be very frustrating. Since 1970 I have been working with policy makers at all levels of government, non-profits, businesses, institutions and other organizations. And from the experience of those years, I developed a list of the top 10 tips to effectively work with policy makers. I have summarized those tips below:
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5.1 The SME Development Policy (SMEDP): Support for Growth-oriented Women Entrepreneurs in Tanzania, 2005
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| It should be noted that the latest round of SME development policies are very
recent. The MIT released its national SME Development Policy in 2003, a process it has
been working on since 1998. The SME Development Policy was approved by Parliament
on 11 February 2003 and officially launched on 27 August 2003. The overall objective of
the policy is “to foster job creation and income generation through promoting the
creation of new SMEs and improving the performance and competitiveness of the
existing ones to increase their participation and contribution to the Tanzanian economy”
(MIT, 2003). The implementation plan for the SME Development Policy includes a list
of priority programmes and projects,24 categorized under seven major objectives: |
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9.3 Micro-finance institutions (MFIs): Support for Growth-oriented Women Entrepreneurs in Tanzania, 2005
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| Micro-finance operators in Tanzania function within the framework of the
Government’s National Micro Finance Policy of 2000. The objectives of this policy are
to provide the basis for the evolution of an efficient and effective micro-finance system
to serve the low segment of society and contribute to economic growth and poverty
reduction (as described in MIT, 2002). The policy establishes a framework within which
micro-finance operators will develop, lays out the principles to guide operations of the
system, defines roles and responsibilities of actors, and provides guidelines for
coordinating mechanisms. The Central Bank was given the mandate to coordinate
implementation of the policy. It is interesting to note that the Micro Finance Policy
includes “gender equity” as a best practice. |
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5.1 Determinants of diversification in Africa: Economic Report on Africa 2007
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| Diversification and policy variables constitute a two-way process in that diversification
not only influences policy outcomes, but is itself influenced by policy variables.
This proposition naturally leads to the search for those economic and non-economic
policy actions that are likely to affect the level and rate of diversification in a country.
What evidence is there that links economic and non-economic variables with
national capacity to diversify? |
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5.1 There can be little diversification without an optimal trade policy: Economic Report on Africa 2007
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| The trade policy question and its role in economic growth and development continues
to dominate much of the debate in this era of globalization. |
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Prescription For Responding To Media Inquiries From “The PR Doctor
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| If someone from the media called you or showed up today and started asking you questions related to your business, would you know how to respond? Unfortunately the response to this question is often a resounding No! And being unprepared or ill-prepared to media inquiries can have serious consequences to your organization and its reputation. “The PR Doctor” strongly believes that all organizations with more than one employee should have a well-written media policy that clearly defines who within the organization may respond to media inquiries, what kinds of information can or should be released to the media, and what information must be kept confidential. “The PR Doctor” offers the following prescription for a media policy to respond to media inquiries. |
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How To Choose The Best Network Marketing Company: 3 More Crucial Choices, Part 2
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| Again, experience speaks volumes and here are 3 more critical question to ask of any network marketing opportunity you are researching and the answers you are looking for. Save yourself a tremendous amount of money, time and anguish.
Question #1: Does the company have a product or products that are more than "the best" in flooded niche market?
Answer #1: You are looking for a company with a very unique product or products....
Question #2: Does the company have an in-depth training system?
Answer #2: You are looking for a company rich in.....
Question #3: Does the company have a strong policy of team leadership and mentorship?
Answer #3: You are looking for a personal, hands-on.... |
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Monetary Police is Science, Everything Else is Stamp-Collecting
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| This new Eric Leeper paper seems delusional in arguing that monetary policy is science, while fiscal policy is stamp-collecting, but I maybe I'm just being crotchety. The piece also comes up with the new-to-me argument that monetary policy would be even better science if it weren't for fiscal policy mucking things up. |
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The Fundamentals of a Successful Corporate Social Media Policy
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| Whether your corporate culture embraces social media or not, it is crucial to implement a social media policy in the workplace. Any business that does not have a solid policy in place exposes themselves to significant risks. Learn about the key elements of an effective workplace social media policy. |
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Insurance Defense Costs
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| Does Your Business Insurance Policy Cover Defense Costs Within the Insurance Limit or Defense Costs Outside of the Insurance Limit?
Did you know that a liability policy, which is part of any typical business insurance policy or commercial insurance policy coverage, has two distinct obligations? A liability insurance policy, if it is a general liability, product liability or professional liability insurance policy is designed to protect you against your legal obligation to pay others because you have hurt them and/or have damaged their property. A policy also defends you against claims or lawsuits. In other words, besides paying for claims or suits, a liability policy also pays for their related legal costs and court fees. |
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