Jerven, Morten

Poor Numbers

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ISBN 13:: 9780801478604
author:: Jerven, Morten
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Cornell University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2013
Pages:: 208
Dimensions:: 15.24 x 1.27 x 22.86 centimetres
Genre:: Nonfiction, Politics, Economic Conditions,
Condition:: New
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African economic development faces a critical challenge: devising a strategy for improving statistical capacity. Reliable statistics are essential for governments and international financial institutions to allocate resources effectively.

However, the accuracy of these statistics is often questionable, with far-reaching consequences for citizens in developing countries. Poor Numbers examines the production and use of African economic development statistics, revealing how they substantially misstate the actual state of affairs.

The findings have significant implications for aid and development policy, highlighting the need for more accurate data to inform decision-making. This book provides a crucial analysis of the issue, shedding light on the impact of poor statistics on development outcomes.

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