Mercy Tembon

We need both traditional and new solutions to fight poverty

Bangladesh has done remarkably well in reducing poverty and improving living conditions. The country halved poverty rates in a decade and a half, lifting more than 25 million people out of poverty. Between 2010 and 2016, about eight million Bangladeshi people exited poverty.

5y ago

Substantial progress seen, but challenges remain

From paper-based and lengthy process, Bangladesh’s public procurement transformed into an efficient online system. Among various

5y ago
October 21, 2019
October 21, 2019

We need both traditional and new solutions to fight poverty

Bangladesh has done remarkably well in reducing poverty and improving living conditions. The country halved poverty rates in a decade and a half, lifting more than 25 million people out of poverty. Between 2010 and 2016, about eight million Bangladeshi people exited poverty.

September 15, 2019
September 15, 2019

Substantial progress seen, but challenges remain

From paper-based and lengthy process, Bangladesh’s public procurement transformed into an efficient online system. Among various