Digital trade is the fastest growing segment of international trade, with ICT services exports having expanded especially quickly in recent years. This article argues that while digital trade can offer an alternative path to economic development, it is also becoming increasingly concentrated within just a few countries. Policymakers seeking to leverage digital trade for development The post Economic development from digital trade: the role of ICT services exports appeared first on Globaldev B...| Globaldev Blog
The strain on our water resources is reaching alarming levels: the gap between global water supply and demand could reach nearly 40% by 2030. Demographic| Globaldev Blog
Research that matters, development that works. GlobalDev is a blog aiming to connect development research to successful policies. We make research| Globaldev Blog
Healthcare systems have changed substantially in recent years, particularly in lower-income countries. The article argues that while many nations have replaced community-led mutual aid systems with institutionalized frameworks like health insurance, it is worth re-visiting traditional approaches to service-delivery based on solidarity. Over time, many societies have changed how they manage health risks and finance The post Revisiting solidarity to build healthcare systems from the bottom up a...| Globaldev Blog
Wetlands around the world are under severe pressure from human activities and climate change, with their true richness fading from living memory. This| Globaldev Blog
Digital transformation is reshaping societies, offering immense opportunities through technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT. Yet in Uganda—as in many developing countries—a persistent digital divide hinders access to these benefits, especially for women, rural communities, and persons with disabilities. Bridging this gap is vital for inclusive growth and sustainable development. Uganda is taking important steps The post Inclusive initiatives that bridge Uganda’s digital divide appea...| Globaldev Blog
Despite global advancements in digital infrastructure, low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) continue to face systemic barriers to effective data| Globaldev Blog
Are you a science journalist eager to explore cutting-edge academic research and engage in meaningful conversations on global development? Here’s your chance to participate in high-level, inclusive, and evidence-driven discussions on today’s most pressing development challenges. GlobalDev, an initiative of the Global Development Network (GDN), invites applications from science journalists to take part in the The post Call for science journalists: Join GDC-2025 in France appeared first on ...| Globaldev Blog
A growing global concern within research funding systems is the difficulty of capturing and promoting societal impact—the tangible benefits of research| Globaldev Blog
Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) is revolutionising how governments worldwide deliver services, engage with citizens, and perform core functions. By promoting open-source, interoperable systems for data and platform sharing, DPI enables seamless collaboration between the public and private sectors. At its core, Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) integrates foundational systems such as digital identity, payment platforms, The post Digital Public Infrastructure and taxes: Pakistan’s ...| Globaldev Blog
The impact of climate change is severe among women and girls, who comprise 80% of those displaced by extreme weather and whose health needs are often overlooked, deepening existing gender inequalities. Although Uganda’s National Climate Change Policy recognises gender-differentiated impacts, challenges remain in implementing inclusive, gender-responsive measures. Climate change is not gender neutral. It disproportionately The post Why women must be at the heart of Uganda’s climate change ...| Globaldev Blog
Climate change significantly impacts public health, with effects that are complex, context-specific, and often tied to particular climatic events. In| Globaldev Blog
Development research is essential if we are to make progress towards achieving sustainable development goals, as long as we implement best practices to| Globaldev Blog
Calls to decolonize have become so popular that some have called for ‘decolonizing decolonization’, while others warn of the ethical nightmare of| Globaldev Blog