Reviews developments in the livelihood situation and challenges facing young Africans. Presents an operational model and strategy for supporting the entrepreneurship, livelihood development skills and knowledge requirements, and demands of young people in their transition to economic independence.

Questions the argument that increased income from agricultural growth will stimulate non-agricultural activities and non-farm employment in rural regions. Taking the diversification of rural regions in China as an example, shows that collective forms of ownership can combine with market discipline.

Diagnostica el sistema de seguridad social en Ecuador en el marco de las reformas constitucionales que conoce actualmente el país. Describe el contexto social, demográfico y económico, tratando cuestiones como la pobreza, el desarrollo y el empleo. Presenta una serie de análisis del...

Looks at the fundamental importance of employment for development.