On the 4th and 5th of December, CSEA hosted a two-day orientation for new staff members. The event provided a comprehensive overview of the organization's mission, research methodologies, communication strategies, financial procedures, and administrative processes. It also offered a valuable opportunity for the new staff to network with colleagues and gain insights into CSEA's work.

CSEA hosted the launch of the book "Empowering Nigeria's Energy Revolution" on December 3, 2024. The event focused on exploring the challenges and opportunities in Nigeria's energy sector.

The author, Winifred Owunna, shared her experiences and motivation for writing the book. She highlighted the importance of data, innovation, and policy reforms in addressing energy challenges. 

The fireside chat, moderated by Chinenye Uwanmaka, featured discussions on the book's content, the challenges in the sector, and potential solutions. Panelists from AEDC, NERC, CSEA, and renewable energy companies shared their insights, emphasizing the need for accurate data, targeted investments, and consumer education. 

The discussion also touched on the importance of renewable energy, addressing energy theft, and the role of subsidies. The event provided a platform for engaging discussions and actionable insights to address Nigeria's energy challenges.

In 2024, the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA), collaborated with On Think Tanks on the State of the Sector 2024 Report, which offers an in-depth analysis of the global think tank landscape. Drawing from the perspectives of nearly 300 organizations across 95 countries, the report provides valuable insights into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping think tanks worldwide.

The report examines five key dimensions influencing the sector:  i) The diverse think tank landscape across regions ; ii) Varied political contexts influencing operations ; iii) Major divides in funding models  iv) Research priorities focused on policy and governance  and v) Emerging challenges in capacity, tech adoption, and AI .

CSEA contributed to this year’s report, offering regional insights that add depth to the global analysis.  

Explore the full report: http://onthinktanks.org/SOS2024

On November 12-13, 2024, the Development Research Projects Centre (dRPC), in collaboration with the Chronic Poverty Advisory Network (CPAN) and the Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA), hosted two significant events in Abuja. These events focused on the findings and discussions around "Poverty Dynamics and Social Protection Amidst Complex Crises in Nigeria," an initiative that explores the complexities of poverty in Nigeria amidst crises such as conflict, displacement, climate shocks, and the COVID-19 pandemic

The Centre for the Study of the Economies of Africa (CSEA) hosted a two-day training on research and writing for policy, aimed at strengthening the team’s ability to contribute to policy development. The workshop was held on November 11 and 12 and was facilitated by Thelma Obiakor, Senior Research Fellow and doctoral candidate at London School of Economies.

The training covered essential skills in academic writing, econometric modelling, referencing, and data analysis. Participants were engaged in practical activities like creating literature review outlines, peer reviewing drafts, and learning how to write impactful policy briefs and reports.