Routledge Research in Business and Economics in Africa
About the Book Series
Routledge Research in Business and Economics in Africa features innovative and original research on business and economics from scholars both within and outside of Africa. The series particularly promotes comparative and interdisciplinary research targeted at a global readership. The series welcomes submissions from both established and junior authors, and considers high-quality edited collections as well as authored monographs.
To discuss your work and submit a book proposal, please contact our editors in Business, Economics and African Studies: https://www.routledge.com/contacts/editorial
Green Finance and Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Africa: Financial Innovation for an Inclusive Future
1st Edition
By Ibrahim Nandom Yakubu, Khadijah Iddrisu
July 03, 2026
Africa stands at a critical juncture in its development trajectory, grappling with the twin challenges of climate vulnerability and persistent socio-economic inequality. As global attention shifts towards sustainable development and climate action, there is growing recognition that Africa’s green ...
Strategic Supply Chain Analytics: Perspectives from Africa
1st Edition
Edited
By Mufaro Dzingirai
May 18, 2026
Building on a transdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary approach to supply chain management, this edited book critically examines strategic supply chain analytics trends, developments, and critical success factors in the contemporary digital business world. In the context of Environmental, Social, ...
Debt and Financial Inclusion in Kenya: Digital Lending and Co-operative Societies
1st Edition
By Eric Magale
March 26, 2026
This book investigates people’s relationship with credit and debt in Kenya. Exploring two increasingly popular financial services providers, digital lenders and cooperative societies, the book identifies fundamental flaws in financial inclusion strategies deployed in Kenya and their ability to ...
BRICS and Governance in Southern Africa: Impact on Sustainable Development, Trade and Investment
1st Edition
By Eustache Tanzala Kikasu, Nirmala Dorasamy
December 24, 2025
In 2024, the BRICS alliance expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and is now informally referred to as BRICS+. This book explores the impact of these nations on governance practices and sustainable development in Southern African countries. It...
Transport Services Management in Africa
1st Edition
Edited
By Emmanuel Mogaji, Ogochukwu Ugboma, Chinebuli Uzondu
October 15, 2025
Transportation is an essential part of human activity and a service that makes an enormous contribution to the economic, social, and general well-being of countries and their citizens. However, many developing countries and emerging economies are suffering from institutional challenges that impact ...
Development in Post-Apartheid South Africa: Political and Governance Considerations
1st Edition
By Hlengiwe Mabizela, Nirmala Dorasamy
September 30, 2025
This book seeks to provide an in-depth analysis of the political, governance, and socio-economic landscape of South Africa in the aftermath of apartheid. It examines the complexities and dynamics that have influenced and shaped the development of the country since 1994, identifying the enduring ...
The Enablers of Common Market Implementation: Evidence from the East African Community
1st Edition
By Caroline Ntara, Flip Schutte
September 30, 2025
Common market implementation in Africa could potentially alleviate poverty and grow economies. However, despite numerous trading blocs existing in Africa, challenges persist in common market implementation. This book investigates the enablers which could make an important difference, using the East...
The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Ethiopia: Nurturing Small Business Development
1st Edition
By Mulu Gebreeyesus, Habtamu Legas, Abebe Ayana
September 16, 2025
This book investigates Ethiopia’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, assessing how entrepreneurship and small business development are being fostered and identifying gaps and opportunities for further positive change. The second most populous country in Sub-Saharan Africa, Ethiopia, is marked by a growing ...
Multinational Corporations in West Africa: Building Decentralized Partnerships
1st Edition
By Souleymane Doumbia
January 30, 2025
This book investigates the relationship that Multinational Corporations form with Local Authorities and governments in West Africa. It argues that informal partnerships at the local level can provide significant socioeconomic benefits to communities and overcome shortfalls in state provision of ...