Economic Growth
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Flexible work, childcare lift emerging markets' labor participation
In India, women's labor force participation rate plummeted from 30% in 2010 to a mere 19% in 2021, even as the nation's economy continued to expand rapidly, according to the World Bank.
ACBF and Gates Launch LEAPS to Boost African Government Leadership
Since its 2024 launch, the Leadership Excellence in Africa’s Public Sector (LEAPS) programme has enrolled over 295 participants from eight African countries.
August jobs surge in blue-collar and service sectors
In August, the U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs, with food services and drinking establishments alone accounting for over a third of that growth, while information and financial sectors shed thousands.
Fostering innovation for young entrepreneurs in 2026 requires sustained support, not just launches.
In South Korea, young people accounted for 68.
New leadership development programs empower skilled workers
PNM and Blackstone's $20 million pledge to expand skilled trades apprenticeship and training programs in New Mexico marks a new frontier for leadership development.
Tunisian entrepreneurs find opportunity amidst economic contraction
In 2024, Tunisian startups secured $24 million across 11 funding deals, even as the nation's overall ecosystem value growth contracted slightly from H2 2020–H2 2022 compared to H2 2022–H2 2024 ( Start
South Korea plans to designate 10 startup cities
South Korea is set to launch a regional growth fund worth 450 billion won in 2026, aiming to build subsidiary funds totaling a massive 3.
Connecticut Democrats' small business policies may be hindering economic growth.
In the last fiscal year, 40% of new small businesses in Connecticut cited 'regulatory complexity' as their primary reason for slower-than-expected growth or even closure within their first two years,
New Initiatives and Platforms Launch to Promote Business Innovation for Startups
New initiatives and platforms are launching globally to promote business innovation and support startups with crucial resources and market access. These programs offer mentorship, education, and strategic opportunities to help entrepreneurs build resilient businesses.