Mobilizing money in Africa: Siegel and Fransen

A new working paper tracks the rise of financial transfers via mobile phone in Africa. Building on this, our latest podcast asks authors Melissa Siegel and Sonja Fransen to explain the trends and the potential for growth across the continent. We hear how new services are boosting economic development and keeping people connected, while increasing competition and cutting surcharges on bank transfers. We also look into the wider implications for migration patterns and investments in infrastructure. http://www.merit.unu.edu/permalink.php?id=694