Determinants of Innovation in Ethiopian Informal-Sector Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs)
Authored by: Wondwossen Belete
Abstract: This Working Paper examines the main factors affecting the process of learning and innovation in informal-sector micro and small enterprises...
A Scan of South Africa’s Maker Movement
This paper sets out findings from a national scan of maker collectives in South Africa. The scan gathered data on more than 20 maker communities across five South African provinces.
Determinants of Innovation Capability in Informal Settings: The Case of Nigeria’s...
Authored by: Oluseye Oladayo Jegede and Olubukola Esther Jegede
Abstract: This study contributes to the growing literature on innovation capability in the informal sector in...
Skills Development, Knowledge and Innovation at Suame Magazine, Kumasi
Authored by: Yaw Adu-Gyamfi and Benson Adjei
Abstract: The informal-sector industrial cluster of Suame Magazine in Kumasi constitutes a major avenue for training, innovation, and knowledge-sharing...
Open Innovation in Development: Integrating Theory and Practice Across Open Science,...
Authored by: Jeremy de Beer
Abstract: This article integrates the concepts of open innovation and open development. It extends the theory of open development beyond...
Behind the Number: A Review of Index Methodologies to Improve Innovation...
This paper reviews the methodologies of 16 indices in innovation, information and communication technologies, economic environment, governance, and development.
The Maker Movement Across North Africa
Authored by: Nagham ElHoussamy and Dr. Nagla Rizk
Abstract: This Working Paper sets out findings from research exploring the growing maker movement across North Africa, focusing...
ICTs in Agricultural Production and Potential Deployment in Operationalising Geographical Indications...
Authored by: Tesh W. Dagne and Chidi Oguamanam
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the role that agricultural information and communication technologies...
Power Relations, Innovation, Scaling, and Knowledge Governance at Three Egyptian Tech...
Authored by: Nagham ElHoussamy, Nadine Weheba, and Nagla Rizk
Abstract: This Working Paper offers an initial exploration of innovation realities at technology hubs in...
Trade Rules as Regulatory Tools for Inclusive Innovation: Connecting Digital Trade...
This report scopes and builds towards a new research agenda on the regulation of innovation. Grounded in the findings of a 2021-22 Open AIR Scoping Study funded by the International Development Research Centre (IDRC), the report supports the development of a collaborative research programme to improve the regulation of innovations in priority areas including health, the digital economy, and clean technology.
