The aim of this research project is to provide experimental evidence on the mechanisms and possible solutions to support exactly this objective. For this purpose, a randomized control trial pilot study will be implemented among small-scale entrepreneurs in the outskirts of Maputo. Specifically, we will provide experimental evidence to answer the following key questions:
Please see here the working paper.
Cátia Batista (Nova SBE)
Julia Seither (Nova SBE)
IGC – International Growth Center
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