This book addresses poverty and well-being, equity, and efficiency in selected African countries. The chapters focus on three main topics: studies in the measur

This book addresses poverty and well-being, equity, and efficiency in selected African countries. The chapters focus on three main topics: studies in the measur

Equity is an abstract concept covering philosophical issues such as fairness and social justice, making its definition and measurement complex. This volume tack

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