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
NOVAFRICA News: New article accepted for publication in the Review of Economics and Statistics
Congratulations to NOVAFRICA Nova School of Business and Economics Professor Wayne Sandholtz and to João R. Ferreira for their work on “Sibling Spillovers and Free Schooling” Abstract: We use administrative data to measure sibling spillovers on academic performance before and after the introduction of Free Secondary Education (FSE) in Tanzania. Prior to FSE, students whose... Read More
NOVAFRICA Vacancy for Research Assistant (Mozambique)
Professor Pedro Vicente (Nova SBE) seeks qualified applicants for the position of Research Assistant (RA) for data analysis in a project on conflict prevention in Mozambique. This position is an excellent option for students considering a PhD. The RA will gain experience participating in the research process, with close collaboration and mentoring from Prof. Vicente.... Read More
NOVAFRICA Podcast: Vernon Henderson (LSE)
In our latest NOVAFRICA Sustainable Development Talks, Professor Vernon Henderson from the London School of Economics (LSE) discusses his research on “Economics of Greenfield Urban Planning” explaining how greenfield urban planning differs from upgrading existing urban areas and why Tanzania provides a unique setting for the study. The conversation also explores the role... Read More
NOVAFRICA in 2025: Celebrating Our Publications and Looking Ahead!
As 2025 comes to a close, we reflect on a year of impactful research, collaboration, and academic engagement at NOVAFRICA. From high-impact publications to symposia, seminars, and preparations for our next international conference, this year marked important milestones for our research community. In this article, we highlight some of our key publications and look ahead... Read More
NOVAFRICA News: Call for Papers | 2026 NOVAFRICA Conference on Economic Development
NOVAFRICA invites submissions for the 2026 Conference on Economic Development, on June 18-19 at Nova School of Business and Economics, Lisbon. We welcome full papers and extended abstracts on the broad theme of economic development. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to: 🔶 Education and health 🔶 Entrepreneurship and private sector development 🔶... Read More
NOVAFRICA News: New article accepted for publication in the Journal of Development Economics
Congratulations to Professor Marion A.J. Richard (NOVAFRICA, Nova School of Business and Economics) and Oliver Vanden Eynde (Paris School of Economics) on their latest paper: “Cooperation between national armies: Evidence from the Sahel borders” Abstract: The effectiveness of security operations often depends on cooperation between national armies. Such cooperation can be particularly important when international borders... Read More
NOVAFRICA Working Paper: Socially responsible investing and multinationals’ pollution: Evidence from global remote sensing data
New research examines how Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) ownership relates to multinationals’ environmental performance, using satellite-based vegetation data from over 52,000 facilities worldwide. Title: Socially responsible investing and multinationals’ pollution: Evidence from global remote sensing data Virginia Gianinazzi Nova School of Business and Economics Victoire Girard Nova Nova SBE, LEO, and NOVAFRICA Mehdi Lehlali Alliance... Read More