Focused analysis on macroeconomic shifts, policy changes, and their direct effects on communities in Lagos and across the globe.
Economy
Helps readers understand economic cycles without fear-driven headlines By Katherine Brennan Open any news site and you'll likely see conflicting economic headlines: "Recession fears mount" sits next to "Economy proves resilient." So which is it? The truth, as usual, is more nuanced than the
Economy
From healthcare to infrastructure to jobs, connecting policy to people By David Thornton When politicians debate spending bills in Washington, it's easy to tune out. Billions here, trillions there, the numbers feel abstract, disconnected from your morning commute or your family's health insurance. But government spending
Economy
A big-picture snapshot of growth, inflation and risk across major regions By David Thornton If you've been wondering whether the world economy can handle all the uncertainty thrown at it lately, here's the short answer: surprisingly well, but with some serious caveats. The Big Picture on
Economy
Explains productivity, technology, labor, and long-term economic health By David Thornton If you've noticed economists suddenly getting excited about "productivity," you're not imagining things. It's become the economic buzzword of 2026, and for good reason, recent numbers suggest something important might be
Economy
Explains GDP growth vs real living standards, wages, and cost of living By Katherine brennan You've probably heard politicians or economists celebrate GDP growth, pointing to it as proof the economy is doing well. But if you're like most people, you might be thinking: "Then
Economy
A global-south focused piece on demographics, productivity, and opportunity By Katherine Brennan While wealthy nations worry about aging populations and shrinking workforces, a different demographic story is unfolding across Africa and Asia, one that could reshape the global economy over the next decade. The Numbers That Matter By 2030, 40%