International Migration Kickstarted Structural Transformation in Malawi

Author(s): Taryn Dinkelman, Grace Kumchulesi, Martine Mariotti

May 08, 2024 | Publication

VoxDev

Abstract

Evidence from Malawi shows that temporary capital inflows from migrants can permanently reshape rural labour markets by jumpstarting a structural transformation out of agriculture.

Locations

  • Malawi

Partners

National Planning Commission of Malawi