the beta catch-up and sigma convergence to compare dispersions in output per worker, total factor productivity and ….70% per annum with corresponding time to full catch-up of 25.38 years and 26.01 years respectively. Third, we find sigma-convergence …

indicators could support both endogenous and neoclassical growth theories in the convergence debate. This paper investigates … convergence in real per capita GDP and inequality adjusted human development in 38 African countries, disaggregated into 10 … is that the income component of the human development index moves slower than others in the convergence process and thus …

-law) and religious dominations (Christianity and Islam). We examine convergence in financial intermediary dynamics of depth … size respectively. We also provide the speeds of convergence and time necessary to achieve a full (100%) convergence … diversification. The convergence patterns show positive steps towards regional integration. As a policy implication, African …

variables. The speed of convergence of the variables to their long-term mean values is relatively higher for South Africa than …

the cross-country income structure and convergence. We also look for evidence of the formation of country groups or clubs …