Policy and institutional dimensions of Africa's political economy in an age of globalization

Key Points

• This paper examines how to make economic growth in Africa more inclusive for broader access to services and opportunities.
• Analysis of multiple case studies across various African countries
• Evaluation of economic policies and their impacts on different social classes
• Focus on availability and accessibility of social and economic services
• Impressive economic growth is noted in several African countries
• Case studies highlight the need for inclusiveness in growth to benefit lower classes
• Access to basic services is uneven, favoring middle and upper classes