The Emerging Data Revolution in Africa Strengthening the Statistics, Policy and Decision-making Chain
The book presents a nuanced narrative about statistical development in Africa since around the time of independence when emerging states needed statistics mainly to support their planning processes. It highlights challenges faced then, some of which have persisted, including institutional, organizat...
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African Sun Media
2015
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