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The book that shifted the development debate 📘🌍 "Social Security in Developing Countries" challenged the idea that social security is just for wealthy nations. It shows how inclusive systems can boost resilience in the Global South. Read here: go.unu.edu/3jMuQ #WIDER40

India’s ageing population is growing fast—but pensions aren’t keeping up. In our new conference blog @ShreyaBEcon and @shreyaseedas explore how state-by-state pension gaps are deepening inequalities in retirement, work, and wellbeing. 👉 go.unu.edu/lf08Q #WIDERDevConf2025

3️⃣days of #ATI2025 & 1️⃣shared goal: building fair & effective tax systems that strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation. We explored themes including: ➡️Tax compliance gaps ➡️Tax & sustainability ➡️Progressive reform Thank you to all ATI members & partners! #fairtaxation

At Day 1 of #ATIGA2025 speakers called for: ✅ Greater tax transparency & trust ✅ Broader, more inclusive tax bases ✅ Stronger South–South learning UNU-WIDER is contributing to these conversations with evidence to support context-specific reform 👉 go.unu.edu/DEMVk

Can higher taxes on top earners boost revenue & reduce inequality? Uganda's tax reform resulted in: 🔹UGX 206B more in revenue 🔹Modest drop in inequality 🔹Most top earners maintained reported income Read all findings & lessons for other SSA countries: go.unu.edu/YE4R2

For 40 years, UNU-WIDER has advanced development economics with real-world impact. Hear from researchers whose careers and policy impact have grown through data and collaboration at UNU-WIDER. 🎥 Watch the stories: go.unu.edu/kKK8t #WIDER40

The latest issue of the WIDERAngle newsletter is out now! 🚨 This edition covers highlights from the #WIDERDevConf2025 and #FfD4, where our side events explored debt sustainability and data-driven capacity building. Plus new research & opportunities.👉 go.unu.edu/hXB9c

What shapes parents' views on bilingual education? 🤔 Our study in Mozambique shows that the key was information. Parents who understood why bilingual education works became its biggest champions. Read more: go.unu.edu/GaHds

On 15–16 July, global experts meet online for the annual SOUTHMOD Workshop—advancing tax-benefit modelling for better policy. Highlights include: 🔹New Statistics Presenter tool 🔹Research on PIT and labour markets 🔹New Methods 🔗 go.unu.edu/Gtb8w

At #WIDERDevConf2025, 160+ experts discussed how social protection drives inclusive, sustainable development. The message was clear: social protection is not a luxury. It is a cornerstone of equitable development and economic resilience. 📝 Read our blog: go.unu.edu/Br0z3

Our latest brief on the value-added tax gap in Tanzania 👉 The VAT tax gap is a significant 62% for SMEs 👉 Micro and small firms and those declaring 0 VAT have the largest tax gap 👉 Medium firms have the highest amount of unpaid VAT Read more: go.unu.edu/QKKJe

How can development cooperation thrive in fragile, conflict-affected areas? At #WIDERDevConf2025, @RGisselquist shared insights from her book Fragile Aid: 👉 No one-size-fits-all 👉Inclusive ownership matters 👉Small, adaptive programs work More: go.unu.edu/HuQTL

✨ EXCITING NEWS: @InclusiveMoz Phase III (2025-2028) launched on 1 July with generous support from #SwedenInMoz and #SwissEmbassyMZ! Reaffirming commitment to the development of 🇲🇿 via research-based evidence for policymaking. 👉 go.unu.edu/oSyuc #MDP

Can sub-Saharan Africa achieve sustainable growth? Our brief highlights ways to boost domestic savings through better capital markets, pension systems, fintech, and inclusive financial services, and unlock investment potential across the region. 👉 go.unu.edu/ga4aQ

We sponsored a session at #ECINEQ2025 on inequality today 🔑 takeaways: 🎓 SA: Schooling inequality drops, but earnings inequality stays high 💵 Brazil's cash transfers boost education & job outcomes for adults 🩺 Early health is vital for intergenerational mobility

South Africa’s income tax system remains progressive in structure — but its redistributive effect is shaped by policy features like deductions, credits, and bracket creep. ▶️ Read our @TC_Africa feature to explore where reform efforts could strengthen equity.

A huge thank you to Luis Felipe López-Calva for inviting us (@UNUWIDER) to be part of such a rich and inspiring event. This event helped set the stage for the 11th ECINEQ Conference, and we contribute debating how tax data can be used to study poverty and inequality in LMICs

Check out our latest blog on #FFD4 takeaways! 💡 Rethinking debt sustainability 🚀 Innovation in using data for tax policy 🔍 Prioritizing people, not creditors. go.unu.edu/693R8

More than a decade since South Africa introduced the Employment Tax Incentive to tackle youth unemployment, the rate remains above 46%. In this blog, @aminae examines what the policy has achieved & what it will take to turn intent into real opportunity.▶️ go.unu.edu/XoCMJ

UNU-WIDER invites original research submissions for the 2026 WIDER Development Conference in New Delhi. The conference convenes experts to discuss growth, governance, and geopolitics. Check the details and send your submission by Sept 1st 👉 go.unu.edu/hdUtm