Five lessons from Eritrea’s self-reliance in an era of global aid cuts
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This episode dives into Nahla Valji's article, Five lessons from Eritrea’s self-reliance in an era of global aid cuts.
Eritrea's Self-Reliance: A Development Model for a Changing World
Nahla Valji, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Eritrea, discusses Eritrea's approach to self-reliance in an era of global aid reductions. It highlights how Eritrea has prioritized its own national development agenda, rather than solely relying on external assistance, and offers five key lessons from its model. These lessons include setting national priorities for aid, strengthening domestic resources, investing in human capital, fostering collective effort within communities, and building long-term resilience. The article suggests that while Eritrea's model has complexities, it offers valuable insights for other nations facing similar financial constraints and shifting global aid landscapes.
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