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When the babies stop – why young people in rich countries don’t want kids

Around the world, the pattern is the same – as incomes and education levels rise, birth rates fall. What’s happening now, however, is an even more marked . In rich countries around the world, birthrates are falling below replacement level fertility – people are no longer having enough kids to replace themselves. In this interesting … Read more

As emerging markets sink, developed economies rise

The biggest economic story of the 2000s was undoubtedly the rise of emerging markets. As China and India shook off decades of stagnation, they became the engines that drove the world economy, joined by other fast-growing emerging nations like Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia and Mexico. As these economies achieved scorching rates of economic growth, investment capital … Read more

Why African Entrepreneurs Outperform Their Peers When the Playing Field Is Leveled

One of the common laments you hear about the economies of Africa is that they are insufficiently entrepreneurial. Although the streets of any given African capital are usually abuzz with hawkers,the overall impression we have of the continent is that it is an entrepreneurial vacuum. Some lay the blame at the feet of African nations’ governments, … Read more

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The three decisions that made Nelson Mandela the greatest Leader of our Age

As South Africa prepares for the loss of its icon, here’s a timely reminder why we’re so emotional about being forced to say goodbye. Academic, author and strategic management guru Dr Paul Schoemaker wrote this brilliant piece after a recent visit here. With stark reminder’s of Madiba’s pivotal words, and precious legacy to his nation. … Read more

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