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This book delves into the transformative power of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in reshaping the landscape of sustainable development in one of the world's most vibrant regions. This edited volume explores the synergy between cutting-edge digital technologies and innovative financial strategies to drive responsible business practices that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This book navigates the complex interplay between technological advancements, financial inclusion, corporate social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and ethical governance. It critically assesses how digital innovations—ranging from artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to green technologies and fintech—alongside novel financial instruments such as green bonds and impact investing, can address key concerns such as poverty alleviation, gender parity, and environmental sustainability. With a wide range of expert contributions, this volume offers useful insights and practical solutions to promote financial inclusion and encourage sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. It achieves this through a combination of empirical research, case studies, and policy analysis.
This resource is crucial for policymakers, scholars, and development practitioners who are dedicated to advancing inclusive and sustainable development.
Contents
1: Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa an Introduction David Mhlanga, Mufaro Dzingirai 2: The State of Financial Inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa David Mhlanga 3: The Digital Financial Inclusion Conundrum: An Avenue for the Reduction or Perpetuation of Inequalities in Developing Countries Favourite Y Mpofu 4: Leveraging Blockchain for Sustainable Finance: Insights, Challenges, and Opportunities for Africa David Mhlanga 5: Influencing Fair Lending Practices through the Mechanism of AI in-the-loop Muhammad Al-Zafar Khan, Nouhaila Innan, Jahvaid Hammujuddy, David Mhlanga 6: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Financial Inclusion and Wealth Creation in the Fourth Industrial Revolution David Mhlanga 7: AI-Optimized Urban Resource Management for Sustainable Smart Cities David Mhlanga, Deo Shao 8: Harnessing Digital Banking for Economic Growth in Africa David Mhlanga 9: The Critical Developmental Importance of Blockchain Technology in African David Mhlanga 10: Potential of Microfinance in Enhancing Capabilities of Entrepreneurs: Amatya Sen's Capability Approach Perspectives Shadreck Matindike, Stephen Mago, Jephias Matunhu, Mufaro Dzingirai 11: Financial Inclusion through Cooperative Banking Strategy in South Africa Stephen Mago, Amanda van de Berg, Shadreck Matindike, Gabriel Musasa, Mufaro Dzingirai 12: Advancing Prosperity in Africa: Navigating Complexities and Policy Responses for Digital Financial Inclusion David Mhlanga 13: The Role of Business Intelligence in Strategic Planning in the Zimbabwean Banking Sector. Mufaro Dzingirai, David Mhlanga, Kudakwashe Zvitambo, Herbert Masukume 14: Blockchain Technology and Sustainable Supply Chain Finance: A Pathway to Environmental Responsibility and Profitability David Mhlanga, Deo Shao 15: Green Leadership and ESG Reporting: Are Zimbabwean Commercial Banks Prepared For SDG and ESG Reporting? Batanayi Mukonzo, Mufaro Dzingirai 16: Overcoming Challenges in Green Banking for Sustainable Development in Africa Mufaro Dzingirai, David Mhlanga 17: Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Conclusion David Mhlanga, Mufaro Dzingirai
