Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

  1. 286 pages
  2. English
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eBook - ePub

Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa

About this book

This book delves into the transformative power of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in reshaping the landscape of sustainable development in one of the world's most vibrant regions. This edited volume explores the synergy between cutting-edge digital technologies and innovative financial strategies to drive responsible business practices that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This book navigates the complex interplay between technological advancements, financial inclusion, corporate social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical governance. It critically assesses how digital innovationsā€”ranging from artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to green technologies and fintechā€”alongside novel financial instruments such as green bonds and impact investing, can address key concerns such as poverty alleviation, gender parity, and environmental sustainability. With a wide range of expert contributions, this volume offers useful insights and practical solutions to promote financial inclusion and encourage sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. It achieves this through a combination of empirical research, case studies, and policy analysis.

This resource is crucial for policymakers, scholars, and development practitioners who are dedicated to advancing inclusive and sustainable development.

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Information

Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9781040300633
Edition
0
Topic
Economics
Subtopic
Finance
Index
Economics

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Series Page
  4. Title Page
  5. Copyright Page
  6. Table of Contents
  7. List of figures
  8. List of tables
  9. List of contributors
  10. Acknowledgements
  11. 1 Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: An Introduction
  12. 2 The State of Financial Inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa
  13. 3 The Digital Financial Inclusion Conundrum: An Avenue for the Reduction or Perpetuation of Inequalities in Developing Countries
  14. 4 Leveraging Blockchain for Sustainable Finance: Insights, Challenges, and Opportunities for Africa
  15. 5 Influencing Fair Lending Practices through the Mechanism of AI-in-the-Loop
  16. 6 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Financial Inclusion and Wealth Creation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
  17. 7 AI-Optimized Urban Resource Management for Sustainable Smart Cities
  18. 8 Harnessing Digital Banking for Economic Growth in Africa
  19. 9 The Critical Developmental Importance of Blockchain Technology in Africa
  20. 10 Potential of Microfinance in Enhancing Capabilities of Entrepreneurs: Amartya Senā€™s Capability Approach Perspectives
  21. 11 Financial Inclusion through Cooperative Banking Strategy in South Africa
  22. 12 Advancing Prosperity in Africa: Navigating Complexities and Policy Responses for Digital Financial Inclusion
  23. 13 The Role of Business Intelligence in Strategic Planning in the Zimbabwean Banking Sector
  24. 14 Blockchain Technology and Sustainable Supply Chain Finance: A Pathway to Environmental Responsibility and Profitability
  25. 15 Green Leadership and ESG Reporting: Are Zimbabwean Commercial Banks Prepared for SDG and ESG Reporting?
  26. 16 Overcoming Challenges in Green Banking for Sustainable Development in Africa
  27. 17 Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Conclusion
  28. Index