NOVAFRICA Seminar: Joana Naritomi- LSE — Does Progressivity Raise Tax Capacity? Experimental Evidence from the D.R. Congo
In our upcoming NOVAFRICA Research Seminar, we are pleased to welcome Professor Joana Naritomi, from the LSE, on Wednesday, March 11th, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Lisbon time) in Room D011, at the Nova School of Business and Economics, Carcavelos campus. who will present her paper: “Does Progressivity Raise Tax Capacity? Experimental Evidence from the D.R.... Read More
NOVAFRICA News: New article published in the Journal of Development Economics
Congratulations to Professor Alex Armand (NOVAFRICA, Nova School of Business and Economics), Pedro Carneiro (University College London), Federico Tagliati and Yiming Xia (Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China) on their latest paper: “Can subsidized employment tackle long-term unemployment? Experimental evidence from North Macedonia” Abstract: This study experimentally assesses the effects of temporary wage subsidies on employment in... Read More
NOVAFRICA Seminar: “Training to end poverty?” by Stefano Caria from the University of Oxford
In our upcoming NOVAFRICA Research Seminar, we are pleased to welcome Professor Stefano Caria, from the University of Oxford, on Wednesday, March 4th, 2026, at 11:30 AM (Lisbon time). This seminar will be held in Room D004, at the Nova School of Business and Economics, Carcavelos campus. Stefano Caria will present his paper on poverty.... Read More
NOVAFRICA Working Paper: From Destination to Origin: Experimental Evidence on the International Spillovers of Migrant Integration
New research examines how a low-cost digital intervention reducing information frictions among Cape Verdean immigrants in Portugal improves their labor market outcomes and social integration, generating cross-border spillovers that boost political participation and promote more egalitarian gender norms in the origin country. Title: From Destination to Origin: Experimental Evidence on the International Spillovers of Migrant... Read More
NOVAFRICA Podcast: Oliver Vanden Eynde Paris School of Economics
In our latest NOVAFRICA Sustainable Development Talks, Professor Oliver Vanden Eynde from Paris School of Economics discusses his research on “Cooperation between National Armies: Evidence from the border regions in the Sahel” Explaining how the G5 Sahel Joint Force strengthened cross-border military coordination and communication, helping reduce local conflict intensity in the Sahel region,... Read More
Beyond Perception: Rethinking Immigration Policy in a Globalized World
The billboard in Montijo Portugal displayed “Isto Não é O Bangladesh” (“This is not Bangladesh”), which triggered strong outrage from immigrant communities and anti-racism groups. The slogan promoted by André Ventura’s far-right populist Chega party, was more than just an election campaign slogan, it reflected a broader sentiment among the public that immigration is overwhelming... Read More
NOVAFRICA News: 2026 PhD Summer School on Development Economics
Nova SBE is offering the PhD Summer School on Development Economics to students and professionals who wish to advance their curriculum and knowledge. The PhD Summer School will be taught by David McKenzie (World Bank) the focus is on key issues in the design and analysis of field experiments. The 2026 edition is ECTS accredited and will be taught... Read More
NOVAFRICA News: New article accepted for publication in the American Economic Journal: Microeconomics
Congratulations to Professor Priscila De Oliveira (NOVAFRICA, Nova School of Business and Economics), Erzo F.P. Luttmer (Dartmouth), and Dmitry Taubinsky (UC Berkeley) on their latest paper: “Failures of Contingent Reasoning in Annuitization Decisions” Abstract: This paper studies psychological biases in take-up of annuities, using an incentivized experiment with a probability-based sample (N = 3,038).... Read More
The Human Side of Migration — Why Personality Matters in Integration
Migration is more than just a legal process; it’s a human journey shaped by personality. While policies set the framework, traits like risk aversion, impatience, and grit often influence how well migrants integrate into new societies. “The Impact of Non-Cognitive Individual Characteristics on Migrant Integration,” a NOVAFRICA working paper by Cátia Batista and Rita Mira... Read More
Tribute to Luísa Diogo: A Legacy of Leadership and Service
It is with deep sorrow that we mourn the loss of Luisa Diogo (1958–2026), a pivotal figure in Mozambique’s history, whose legacy as Prime Minister and economist will endure as a symbol of female leadership, integrity, and unwavering dedication to the nation’s development. We had the honor to have her as a member of the... Read More