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• Open Access Article Macroeconomics

  Technological Innovation, Governance Institutions, Infrastructure Development, and Economic Complexity in Africa: Evidence from Dynamic Panel Data

  Obed Ifeanyichukwu Ojonta, Jonathan Emenike Ogbuabor

  pp. 11-24 2026-03-17 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v29i1.419

  Abstract: Africa continues to face persistent development challenges, including poverty, income inequality, limited access to healthcare services, and disparities in education. These challenges contradict the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which emphasize the importance of innovation, infrastructure development, and strong institutions. Technological innovation has increasingly been recognized as a key channel for promoting… Read More: Technological Innovation, Governance Institutions, Infrastructure Development, and Economic Complexity in Africa: Evidence from Dynamic Panel Data

• Open Access Article Economics Digital Economy

  From Peg to Float: Economic and Political Implications of the Ethiopian Birr Flotation

  Fentahun Admassu Yayeh

  pp. 46-61 2025-04-16 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/iefrontiers.v28i1.286

  Abstract: The adoption of a floating exchange rate system constitutes a pivotal economic policy decision that both reflects and influences a nation’s broader political economy. The flotation of the Ethiopian Birr (ETB) marks a substantial shift in Ethiopia’s monetary policy framework, carrying significant implications for the country's macroeconomic stability and development trajectory. This paper investigates the rationale behind the policy shift, its… Read More: From Peg to Float: Economic and Political Implications of the Ethiopian Birr Flotation

• Open Access Article Economics Macroeconomics

  Foreign Direct Investment, Capital Flows, and Sectoral Growth in Nigeria: A Comparative Analysis of Agriculture and Manufacturing

  Anthony Orji, Jovita Nneka Uwakwe, Onyinye Imelda Anthony-Orji, Jonathan Emenike Ogbuabor, Juliana Ngozi Obiorah

  pp. 1-13 2025-09-23 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v28i2.404

  Abstract: The nexus between the agricultural sector, manufacturing sector, and FDI has been a topic of debate over the years. While the fundamental role of FDI in the growth of the overall economy has been widely recognized, findings of existing literature have remained unclear and inconclusive on how the impact of FDI varies across these distinct sectors, especially within the context of developing countries like Nigeria. This study aims to provide a… Read More: Foreign Direct Investment, Capital Flows, and Sectoral Growth in Nigeria: A Comparative Analysis of Agriculture and Manufacturing

• Open Access Article Economics

  Financial Development, Globalization, and Economic Growth in The Next-11 Countries: Evidence from a Panel ARDL Model

  Moheddine Younsi

  pp. 41-54 2026-05-18 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v29i1.427

  Abstract: Given the growing importance of financial development and globalization in shaping economic growth over recent decades, particularly in the context of the Next-11 countries, policymakers need to carefully assess both the individual and joint effects of these factors to design policies that maximize their growth-enhancing potential. Accordingly, this study investigates the short-run and long-run effects of financial development and… Read More: Financial Development, Globalization, and Economic Growth in The Next-11 Countries: Evidence from a Panel ARDL Model

• Open Access Article Economics Macroeconomics

  Tourism, Migration, And Productive Capacity Growth In Sub-Saharan Africa

  Anthony Orji, Elis Moses Onoh, Onyinye Imelda Anthony-Orji, Jonathan Emenike Ogbuabor, Oluchi Okoro, Joseph Fanen Akpesue

  pp. 31-40 2025-12-19 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v28i2.406

  Abstract: Productive capacity has emerged as a critical indicator of long-term economic development, particularly for regions undergoing rapid structural transformation, such as Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Despite increasing global interest, the key drivers of productive capacity in SSA remain insufficiently explored, especially within the context of tourism and migration. Existing studies predominantly rely on GDP-based growth models and often examine… Read More: Tourism, Migration, And Productive Capacity Growth In Sub-Saharan Africa

• Open Access Article Economics

  Exploring How Income Inequality, Education, and Policy Shape Energy Access Disparities in Southeast Asia

  Syeda Anam Hassan, Inayatul Haq, Alamzeb Aamir, Ihtisham ul Haq, Khalid Zaman

  pp. 14-30 2025-12-18 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v28i2.403

  Abstract: The pursuance of Sustainable Development Goal 7, Affordable and Clean Energy, takes center stage in this research in the vibrant geography of Southeast Asia. This investigation centers on the social and economic ramifications of renewable energy policy, examining the various factors that influence energy fairness and justice. The study aims to determine how financial disparity, community participation, education, policy support, and geographical… Read More: Exploring How Income Inequality, Education, and Policy Shape Energy Access Disparities in Southeast Asia

• Open Access Article Economics

  Social Capital and Saving Behavior in Ethiopia: Evidence from the Amhara National Regional State

  Fentahun Admassu Yayeh, Wondaferahu Mulugeta Demissie

  pp. 01-13 2024-10-04 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/iefrontiers.v28i1.254

  Abstract: The paper analyzes the impact of social capital on the saving behavior of members of financial cooperatives in the Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia. Explanatory and mixed research methods were employed using a cross-sectional study of 348 stratified and randomly selected financial cooperative members. Primary data was collected through structured questionnaires, focus group discussions, and personal interviews. The data was further analyzed using… Read More: Social Capital and Saving Behavior in Ethiopia: Evidence from the Amhara National Regional State

• Open Access Article Economics

  Alternating Heads of State And Structural Transformation In Sub-Saharan Africa: A Panel VAR Analysis

  Tourere Zenabou, Nzepang Fabrice

  pp. 1-15 2026-09-30 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v29i2.436

  Abstract: This study examines the dynamic interaction between head-of-state alternation and structural transformation in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), an issue that has received limited attention compared with the established literature on political alternation and economic growth. Using data from Limi Kouotou and Epo (2019), the Africa Sector Database, and World Development Indicators for 17 SSA countries over 1970–2015, the study estimates a panel vector… Read More: Alternating Heads of State And Structural Transformation In Sub-Saharan Africa: A Panel VAR Analysis

• Open Access Article Economics

  When Green Accounting Fails to Drive Green Energy: Institutional Quality and China’s Renewable Energy Transition

  Saqib Munir, Mushab Rashid, Abdul Ghaffar

  pp. 25-40 2026-05-17 Abstract views: 0 Downloads: 0 https://doi.org/10.36923/ie-frontiers.v29i1.426

  Abstract: This study examines how institutional quality, government R&D expenditure, and SEEA-aligned environmental asset indicators are associated with renewable energy adoption in China from 1999 to 2023. It addresses the puzzle that environmental accounting signals and innovation investment do not automatically translate into renewable energy use. Annual data from the World Development Indicators and Worldwide Governance Indicators were analyzed using… Read More: When Green Accounting Fails to Drive Green Energy: Institutional Quality and China’s Renewable Energy Transition