Climate disasters are eroding trust—and tax morale—in sub-Saharan Africa. New UNU-WIDER research finds droughts, floods & extreme heat reduce citizens’ willingness to pay taxes, especially in unequal, underserved areas. Smart climate policy can help. 🔗

📢 New Policy Brief: How to make aid work in fragile states.Aid in fragile contexts needs more than technical fixes. The brief calls for long-term, flexible support rooted in local legitimacy. 📄 Read: #FragileAid @RGisselquist @anvaccaro @apvjustino

Did you miss our 2025 WIDER Development Conference?. All videos from the conference, Safeguarding tomorrow – innovative approaches to growth and equity, have now been published. Check them out:

40 years of building a global network 🌐🧑‍🔬. UNU-WIDER operates globally through a network of expert partners. As Joseph Stiglitz explains, WIDER nurtures richer dialogue by connecting researchers worldwide. Watch the full video ➡️ #WIDER40

🎥 One week on from #ATI2025, Dr Amina Ebrahim @Aminae shares insights from the Assembly in Addis Ababa. The Assembly made clear that progress is being driven by shared learning and country-led approaches. Watch the clip and read the full article:

🆕 orking paper: How does son preference affect well-being in Pakistani households? . Our research using a "gender preference at birth" measure reveals complex intra-household dynamics that challenge traditional approaches to gender equality policy. 👉

Can social protection build climate resilience in conflict-affected areas?. A new paper shows Ethiopia’s Productive Safety Net Programme helps with climate shocks but falls short on long-term solutions. More resources & stable funding are key!. Read more:

Carbon pricing driving fairer green transition? @KeaneJodie @hazelgranger_1 @m_mendezparra @_Prachi_Agarwal show how global price gaps, CBAM, and weak redistribution could deepen inequality—unless we rethink how revenues are used & support delivered. 🔗

RT @EADI: 🔎 Call for Workshop Papers!. 🌍 Kraków, Poland . 📅 23–24 October 2025. 🔎 Global Development and Cooperation in a Geopolitical….

UNU-WIDER—or WILDER? 🤔. As Nobel Laureate and UNU-WIDER's co-founder Amartya Sen, WIDER was more than an acronym—it was a vision for equity, ethics, and interdisciplinary research. Since 1985, we’ve stayed true to that mission. Learn more: #WIDER40

📢 New blog! Experts from Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda, and Zambia discussed strengthening data systems for policymaking at a recent workshop by @inclusivemoz. Read how adapting to local contexts & building trust with data protocols can be the key 👉

Can conflict deepen commitment to democracy? Insights from Ukraine's Donbas from 2014 reveal a dual response: . 🔸 Trust in state institutions declined in areas most affected by occupation.🔸 Support for democratic rules remained strong. 📘Full brief:

3️⃣days of #ATI2025 & 1️⃣shared goal: building fair & effective tax systems that strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation. We explored themes including: .➡️Tax compliance gaps .➡️Tax & sustainability .➡️Progressive reform . Thank you to all ATI members & partners!.#fairtaxation

At Day 1 of #ATIGA2025 speakers called for:. ✅ Greater tax transparency & trust .✅ Broader, more inclusive tax bases .✅ Stronger South–South learning . UNU-WIDER is contributing to these conversations with evidence to support context-specific reform 👉

Can higher taxes on top earners boost revenue & reduce inequality? Uganda's tax reform resulted in:.🔹UGX 206B more in revenue.🔹Modest drop in inequality.🔹Most top earners maintained reported income.Read all findings & lessons for other SSA countries:

For 40 years, UNU-WIDER has advanced development economics with real-world impact. Hear from researchers whose careers and policy impact have grown through data and collaboration at UNU-WIDER. 🎥 Watch the stories: #WIDER40

The latest issue of the WIDERAngle newsletter is out now! 🚨 . This edition covers highlights from the #WIDERDevConf2025 and #FfD4, where our side events explored debt sustainability and data-driven capacity building. Plus new research & opportunities.👉

What shapes parents' views on bilingual education? 🤔 Our study in Mozambique shows that the key was information. Parents who understood why bilingual education works became its biggest champions. Read more:

On 15–16 July, global experts meet online for the annual SOUTHMOD Workshop—advancing tax-benefit modelling for better policy. Highlights include: . 🔹New Statistics Presenter tool. 🔹Research on PIT and labour markets. 🔹New Methods. 🔗

At #WIDERDevConf2025, 160+ experts discussed how social protection drives inclusive, sustainable development. The message was clear: social protection is not a luxury. It is a cornerstone of equitable development and economic resilience. 📝 Read our blog: