Economic Report on Africa 2015
This Report examines and provides analysis on the critical elements of effectively fostering industrialization and hence structural transformation based on an extensive review of experience with industrialised countries and Africa’s post-independence attempt at industrialization. Ten country case studies were also conducted to shed light on industrializing through trade. The findings from this exercise informed the policy recommendations contained in this Report.
Key Findings - Policy Recommendations
Chapter 1: Recent Economic and Social Developments in Africa and Medium-Term Prospects
Chapter 2: Structural Change and Social Development
Chapter 3: Theories and Experience
Chapter 5: Getting Trade Agreements to Advance Africa’s Industrialization
Chapter 6: Towards a Selective Trade Policy Framework for Industrializing Africa
