Institutional theory, Africa and ethnic business communities -- Institutional diversity prior to 1900 -- Discrete and evolutionary change during colonialism -- Land, agriculture and urban business following independence -- Metal manufacturing: location and technology -- Legal and financial...

The paper asks whether trade can help to achieve the employment targets of the Sustainable Development Goals. The focus is on Goal 8, which is to "promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all." The theoretical and empirical links...