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Political Economy
What are the prevailing political conditions in the economy? In an economy driven largely by public spending and often “interested government”, who is the investor whether foreign or local, really dealing with? Which interest group influence policy and consequently the future direction of a specific sector of the economy?
In calculating and managing country risk a clear understanding of the historical roots of commerce, the cultural affiliations, and religious loyalties becomesa fundamental requirement. “Failure in society and business in these states is originated not only by lack of capital but often social capital. In what Goran referred to as “Economy of Affection”, the threat of affective networks can confound even the safest of investment and development plans. The impact of such powerful yet intangible forces often is the final determinant in investment decisions, especially in economic subsectors such as energy, food and agribusiness and infrastructure development where government interest dominate the stage. Andchristie Research through its center for public policy alternatives conducts ongoing research into the constantly changing dynamic between national, international actors and the policy environment.
What are the prevailing political conditions in the economy? In an economy driven largely by public spending and often “interested government”, who is the investor whether foreign or local, really dealing with? Which interest group influence policy and consequently the future direction of a specific sector of the economy?
In calculating and managing country risk a clear understanding of the historical roots of commerce, the cultural affiliations, and religious loyalties becomesa fundamental requirement. “Failure in society and business in these states is originated not only by lack of capital but often social capital. In what Goran referred to as “Economy of Affection”, the threat of affective networks can confound even the safest of investment and development plans. The impact of such powerful yet intangible forces often is the final determinant in investment decisions, especially in economic subsectors such as energy, food and agribusiness and infrastructure development where government interest dominate the stage. Andchristie Research through its center for public policy alternatives conducts ongoing research into the constantly changing dynamic between national, international actors and the policy environment.
Energy
Energy is a central issue for developing and developed countries alike. At CPPA we believe that Energy and the environment are inexorably linked. How does a country with limited financial resources balance its developmental needs with demands of good global citizenship?
We seek to explore and understand the interphase between new energy technologies, policy, regulation and legislation within local markets and how these respond within a global market forces.
Energy is a central issue for developing and developed countries alike. At CPPA we believe that Energy and the environment are inexorably linked. How does a country with limited financial resources balance its developmental needs with demands of good global citizenship?
- How do countries like Nigeria deal with the negative externalities of its hydrocarbon-based economy, manage its multinational energy partners and cope with the rigors of international energy politics and markets. The current arrangement is that the same multinationals who partner in exploitation of energy resources are the market makers, regulators and policy advisers.
- What should Energy policy and regulatory framework look like in a world of carbon credits and emissions trading.
- What are the economics of different renewable energy technologies. Wave versus wind, Solar or hydro.
- What body of evidence supports the decision making process governing this critical sector of the economy.
We seek to explore and understand the interphase between new energy technologies, policy, regulation and legislation within local markets and how these respond within a global market forces.
Training
The state of a nation reflects the quality of its leadership and management capacity.
Andchristie Research through its Center for Public Policy Alternatives is one of a select group of policy “think tanks” that focus on training and capacity building for the public sector. This for the CPPA is a cross cutting issue.
Through a series of tailored workshops, lectures and seminars we attempt to address the knowledge gaps, which limit performance of the public sector. We draw from a strong network of local and international scholars, resource persons and practitioners to update civil servants, public agencies, workers, local government staff, politicians and civil society groups as to best practices in public sector management.
Our objective is to introduce cutting edge thinking, analytical technology tools to public sector managers and public policy influencers. Education and training is one of, if it is not the most important areas of focus for CPPA. We believe that ideas and rigorous thinking in the public sector initiates and sustains development. CPPA Training programs reflect on our emphasis on analytical thinking, innovation, and grasp of planning tools when preparing officers for evidence based decision-making.
In designing our courses, workshops and other training programs, due consideration is given to the educational background, status and experience of participants.
The state of a nation reflects the quality of its leadership and management capacity.
Andchristie Research through its Center for Public Policy Alternatives is one of a select group of policy “think tanks” that focus on training and capacity building for the public sector. This for the CPPA is a cross cutting issue.
Through a series of tailored workshops, lectures and seminars we attempt to address the knowledge gaps, which limit performance of the public sector. We draw from a strong network of local and international scholars, resource persons and practitioners to update civil servants, public agencies, workers, local government staff, politicians and civil society groups as to best practices in public sector management.
Our objective is to introduce cutting edge thinking, analytical technology tools to public sector managers and public policy influencers. Education and training is one of, if it is not the most important areas of focus for CPPA. We believe that ideas and rigorous thinking in the public sector initiates and sustains development. CPPA Training programs reflect on our emphasis on analytical thinking, innovation, and grasp of planning tools when preparing officers for evidence based decision-making.
In designing our courses, workshops and other training programs, due consideration is given to the educational background, status and experience of participants.
Food & Agribusiness
Much has been said about self-sufficiency of states in the area of food. National security indeed the security of tenure for regimes can depend on the food situation within nations. The integrity of the social fabric is all-dependent on the ability of a nation and community to feed itself. So how is the system managed, where is the data with which agencies and Governments plan?
Cppa conducts value chain studies within the food and agribusiness ecosystem. We isolate the weak links and offer suggestions as to how can these value chains be strengthened? It is obvious that most sub-Saharan African countries have not done a detailed mapping of their food supplies and are therefore vulnerable to price and market shocks.
Much of agribusiness in Africa is at a preindustrial stage. As populations grow, greater efficiencies are required for food output to keep up with projected consumption. Private investment must be encouraged and the playing field made level for such investors, if targets for food production are to be met. The interplay between interests of multi national food and agribusiness companies and national capabilities will determine the final outcomes for many of Africa’s fragile nation states. Who will plan for them and who will act for them? These and other important questions are the issues CPPA seeksto address.
Much has been said about self-sufficiency of states in the area of food. National security indeed the security of tenure for regimes can depend on the food situation within nations. The integrity of the social fabric is all-dependent on the ability of a nation and community to feed itself. So how is the system managed, where is the data with which agencies and Governments plan?
Cppa conducts value chain studies within the food and agribusiness ecosystem. We isolate the weak links and offer suggestions as to how can these value chains be strengthened? It is obvious that most sub-Saharan African countries have not done a detailed mapping of their food supplies and are therefore vulnerable to price and market shocks.
Much of agribusiness in Africa is at a preindustrial stage. As populations grow, greater efficiencies are required for food output to keep up with projected consumption. Private investment must be encouraged and the playing field made level for such investors, if targets for food production are to be met. The interplay between interests of multi national food and agribusiness companies and national capabilities will determine the final outcomes for many of Africa’s fragile nation states. Who will plan for them and who will act for them? These and other important questions are the issues CPPA seeksto address.
Health
Is health really wealth? Ask the families, communities and countries that have been ravaged by HIV. Devastated by Malaria. Economic productivity, indeed every aspect of national life is tied to the health of citizens. Government’s in emerging economies valiantly struggle to respond to the new health challenges and while the international community has stepped up aid and technical assistance to the developing world, public policy remains 30years behind the current reality. As life expectancy drops in many countries budgetary inadequacy, operational performance and management of health systems must effectively be addressed if the decline is to be halted.
How will the necessary data be captured and processed. Health is one area of public policy that readily lends itself to measurement. Andchristies Research through Centre for Public Policy Alternatives stands in the Gap. Our medical practitioners, statisticians and Policy analysts conduct ongoing research in various areas of health policy. We are affiliated with and collaborate regularly with international institutions working on health policy, health economics and policy interventions in carrying out research.
Is health really wealth? Ask the families, communities and countries that have been ravaged by HIV. Devastated by Malaria. Economic productivity, indeed every aspect of national life is tied to the health of citizens. Government’s in emerging economies valiantly struggle to respond to the new health challenges and while the international community has stepped up aid and technical assistance to the developing world, public policy remains 30years behind the current reality. As life expectancy drops in many countries budgetary inadequacy, operational performance and management of health systems must effectively be addressed if the decline is to be halted.
How will the necessary data be captured and processed. Health is one area of public policy that readily lends itself to measurement. Andchristies Research through Centre for Public Policy Alternatives stands in the Gap. Our medical practitioners, statisticians and Policy analysts conduct ongoing research in various areas of health policy. We are affiliated with and collaborate regularly with international institutions working on health policy, health economics and policy interventions in carrying out research.
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