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The present book is entitled “governance for structural transformation in Africa.” The concepts of “governance” and “structural transformation” and the links between them is unpacked at the book’s outset and these will help to illuminate the book’s objectives and its contribution to the understanding of effective economic governance in Africa.
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Though rent-seeking can be harmful, in some cases the use of contingent rents can be an effective tool for encouraging investment and performance in key sectors of the economy.
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Elhiraika, A.B., Ibrahim, G., Davis, W. (2019). Overview. In: Elhiraika, A., Ibrahim, G., Davis, W. (eds) Governance for Structural Transformation in Africa. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-03964-6_1
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