Evidence from IPA’s Transaction Cost Index: Measuring the “True” Cost of Digital Financial Services

Despite its proven benefits, take-up and continued usage of digital financial services (DFS) lags in many low- and middle-income countries. Though this challenge is multifaceted, the cost of using DFS, particularly mobile money, is a key barrier. Despite its importance, little has been done to systematically measure and monitor the true costs consumers face when conducting DFS transactions, including official fees, extra informal charges, and non-monetary costs such as failed transactions.

Promoting industry-academia Engagement: ISSER hosts fireside conversation with MTN Group's Vice President of Markets

  • February 07, 2024 By eaakacquah
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Prof. Peter Quartey and MTN Group’s Mr. Ebenezer Asante foster an enriching dialogue on the economic impact of MTN in Africa and potential collaborative opportunities with academia, moderated by ReFinD Project Director Adadzewa Otoo.

 

Project shares evidence-led insights into play-based learning

  • January 31, 2024 By eaakacquah
Project shares evidence-led insights into play-based learning

The Teacher Capacity Building for Play-based Early Learning in Ghana and Sierra Leone project has unveiled key outputs shedding light on the state of early childhood education in Ghana. The initial outputs, comprising two policy briefs and a comprehensive quantitative study report also share evidence-backed recommendations for enhancing the effectiveness and outcomes of play-based learning (PBL).

2023 YEAR IN REVIEW

  • January 15, 2024 By eaakacquah
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From impactful research projects to transformative training programs and informative stakeholder engagement activities, 2023 was an eventful year as we persistently worked towards the national development agenda. This Year in Review takes a retrospective look at the accomplishments and engagements of the ISSER community over the past year.

 

ISSER celebrates appointment of Professor Ernest Aryeetey as Emeritus Professor

  • December 22, 2023 By eaakacquah
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The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Professor Ernest Aryeetey as Emeritus Professor, marking a historic milestone for ISSER as he becomes the first-ever recipient of this esteemed position. The distinguished economist who is renowned for his transformative leadership, is celebrated for his profound impact on academia and research in Africa.

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