In recent years, social protection issues have gained unprecedented momentum in Africa. This is reflected in the fact that most African countries have either introduced or are considering social protection measures, as witnessed by initiatives within the African Union (AU), African national governments and their development partners in the international donor community. The 2004 Ouagadougou Declaration and Plan of Action, the 2006 Livingstone and Yaounde Calls for Action, the 2008 African Union Social Policy Framework for Africa and the 2010 Social Ministers Khartoum Declaration on Social...
In recent years, social protection issues have gained unprecedented momentum in Africa. This is reflected in the fact that most African countries have...
The recent occurrences of famine in Ethiopia and Southern Africa have propelled this key issue back into the public arena for the first time since 1984, as once again it becomes a priority - not only for lesser developed countries but also for the international community.
Exploring the paradox that is the persistence of famine in the contemporary world, this book looks at the way the nature of famine is changing in the face of globalization and shifting geo-political forces.
The book challenges perceived wisdom about the causes of famine and analyzes the worst cases of...
The recent occurrences of famine in Ethiopia and Southern Africa have propelled this key issue back into the public arena for the first time since ...
Seasonality is a constraint to sustainable rural livelihoods, & a driver of poverty & hunger, particularly in the tropics. This text presents a systematic study of seasonality. It contains thematic chapters that explore recent shifts with profound implications for seasonality, including climate change, HIV/AIDS & social protection.
Seasonality is a constraint to sustainable rural livelihoods, & a driver of poverty & hunger, particularly in the tropics. This text presents a system...
