Financial Literacy

Financial inclusion

Financial inclusion: a basic human right

Definition of financial inclusion Financial inclusion is defined as the set of mechanisms implemented to fight against financial exclusion. These mechanisms make up what some now call “inclusive finance”. The role of financial institutions is fundamental to this process. Indeed, financial inclusion is not limited to access to an account,

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Remote work

REMOTE WORK: A SHIFT IN MODERN WORKFORCE

INTRODUCTION The rise of remote work has been one of the most significant trends in contemporary employment. Because of the advancements in communication technologies and the growth of the internet, people can now work from anywhere in the globe. The Covid-19 pandemic has compelled many companies to use remote work

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Sports betting

How Sports Betting is Destroying Ugandan Youths

Introduction Sports betting has become increasingly popular in most African countries, such as Uganda and Ghana  with many individuals indulging in this activity to make extra money. However, there are significant dangers associated with sports betting that cannot be overlooked. According to statistics from Youth Policy, Uganda has the “world’s

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Financialization

Financialization and neo-liberal policies: A recipe for the high unemployment rate in South Africa

INTRODUCTION  Despite South Africa being the largest or most economically dominant country in the continent, it is also the country most affected by triple challenges, namely unemployment, poverty, and inequality. These triple challenges are the legacy of apartheid and financialization, which has also played a pivotal role in deteriorating the

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Insurance

Understanding Insurance

Life is full of uncertainties which can be detrimental when we do not have a mitigation plan in place. Insurance is an incredibly popular way to protect yourself financially from future mishaps. Insurance is a contract between two entities- the insured (customer) and the insurance provider. There are various types

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