Analysing Aid Effectiveness in Ghana & Rwanda

This episode is a deep dive into the topic of aid effectiveness; built on the thesis by Jean-Philip Lawson, originally produced in 2022. It examines the effectiveness of foreign aid in Ghana and Rwanda, exploring the relationship between aid and development, identifying internal drivers of aid to these nations and evaluating the impact of aid on their development.  The research employed a mixed-methods approach, utilising both quantitative and qualitative data, including questionnaires and secondary data analysis. Key findings relate to the challenges of aid effectiveness, such as corruption and capacity limitations, and the thesis concludes with recommendations for improving aid utilisation and reducing aid dependency.  The study also considers the impact of factors such as the African Continental Free Trade Area and the COVID-19 pandemic.