Tag Archives: Coronavirus pandemic

The 2020 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) (UNDP)

The 2020 Global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) data and publication “Charting pathways out of multidimensional poverty: Achieving the SDGs” released on  16 July 2020 by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative at the University of Oxford and Human Development Report Office of the United Nations Development Programme. The global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) measures the […]
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South Africa’s Global Entrepreneurship Monitor Report 2019/2020 (GEM)

Titled Igniting startups for economic growth and social change, South Africa’s GEM report provides answers to this question: How do we ensure that more entrepreneurs flourish in South Africa? Solutions range from strengthening , to aligning learning, mentorship and support for entrepreneurs. It also includes providing entrepreneurial education for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and the digital economy. […]
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3 Proven ways to motivate yourself right now (Inc)

By Cathy Huyghe If the grind of working from home has ground down your remaining stores of motivation, you aren’t alone. Though remote working situations (and the positive benefit of them) aren’t new, the unprecedented layers of additional stress from the global pandemic can push you to your limits. Right now, you may need to actively work for your creativity, productivity, and overall […]
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How to return to the office (Forbes Africa)

Many employers should adopt a “hybrid” model of office work, with some employees in the office and others working remotely. Clearly communicate phased reopening plans with employees, especially new office protocols, such as testing and wearing masks.  What public experts say  Consider a staggered return. “Offices may consider starting slow by opening with fewer people […]
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