This report aims to provide policy makers in Albania with new evidence to inform the design and implementation of public policies on post-secondary education, vocational education and training (VET) system labor market information and intermediation, and labor policies. The STEP Employer Survey...

In Guinea, the quality of human capital is as crucial for economic success as its vast mineral resources. Improving the quality of education, ensuring the creation of a productive labor with high returns, and, above all, encouraging the creation of private enterprises through a favorable...

The study explores important trends in consumption patterns in European Union(EU) markets and assesses the degree to which these patterns offer opportunities for African exporters.

Real GDP growth decreased to an estimated 1.9 percent in FY23, the lowest rate since FY20 and substantially below the 10-year average growth rate. Monetary tightening and the effects of import restrictions contributed to the slowdown. Economic activity was particularly subdued in the industry...

The Ministry of Trade (MoT) of Republic of Indonesia has requested the support of the World Bank in devising new and improve trade related policies for the benefit of the Indonesian economy. The MoT - with the help of the World Bank - has identified a number of areas where there is a needto fill...