Poverty Reduction

Small and medium-sized enterprises can boost Afghanistan’s economic development – provided they receive well-targeted support in obtaining credit

The escalating global crisis of drug-resistant diseases requires a global response

Weak institutions are the main cause of Malawi’s persisting poverty, and the next elections are unlikely to change much

For Malawi, no signs of economic upswing in sight

In Kenya, two private-sector companies are making important difference in poor people’s lives

Care International and Germanwatch warn of growing climate risks

Ethiopia hopes for new investments

Strengthening foreign trade has helped Ethiopia’s governments to achieve remarkable economic growth

Dangerous child labour is still rampant in Zambia

DEG chairwoman Christiane Laibach elaborates why development depends on trade