Technology Transfer For Economic Growth In Africa—Why It Matters

Agola, Nathaniel O.

doi:10.1007/978-3-662-49557-5_2

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“…This shows regions involved in trade and other forms of production and distribution networks may benefit from channels of international knowledge diffusion which complements and enriches locally produced knowledge [27][28][29][30]12]. This also resonates the view that the effectiveness of knowledge diffusion depends on the absorptive capacity of the recipient of the knowledge which are attained through, in the words of [42], "upgrading of skills and abilities at various levels" (p. 8).…”

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Knowledge Diffusion from China into Ghana’s Agricultural Sector: Processes, Contexts and Success Variations Among Agricultural Sub Sectors

Ansah¹

2020

IJES

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Development literature show that when actors from different territories meet knowledge is likely to be shared in more relational and interactive terms. This argument forms the basis for interrogating the essence of knowledge diffusion from China into Ghana's agricultural sector in terms of forms, contexts, processes and success variations. The research was qualitative in nature with the deployment of exploratory research design. The study used data collection methods involving 8 interviews and 3 focus group discussions involving purposively selected individuals, groups, state and non-state institutions in the agricultural sector. The dynamics of knowledge diffusion from China into Ghana's agricultural sector, as the study found out, present certain unique patterns of non uniformity. Such non uniformities formed the basis upon which the knowledge diffusion processes could be understood and applied. Arrays of mediums were found as being used to diffuse the knowledge from China into Ghana's agricultural sector in the contexts of increasing degrees of technological advancement and stateinitiated policy arrangements. The study also found out that the successful diffusion of knowledge from one territory to another largely depends on the linguistic parity as well as foundational knowledge, adaptive power and innovative abilities of the actors in the recipient country. In all cases, the varied degree of diffused knowledge between the territories shows that the involvement of the state could be the defining factor in promoting knowledge diffusion.

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Knowledge Diffusion from China into Ghana’s Agricultural Sector: Processes, Contexts and Success Variations Among Agricultural Sub Sectors

Ansah¹

2020

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“…Sustainability of a project ensures that the benefits from a project remain for extended periods of time that can justify the economic and social input invested into the technical cooperation project [32]. However, following Agola [33], the ineffectiveness of agricultural technical aids may be resulting from mismanagement of the continuous process of technology transfer. The operation mechanism of technical projects in the recipient country, institutional surroundings, and the level of inclusive participation of beneficiaries also decide the effect of technology transfer, effectiveness, and sustainability of agricultural technology.…”

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A Review of Agricultural Technology Transfer in Africa: Lessons from Japan and China Case Projects in Tanzania and Kenya

Mgendi¹,

Mao²,

Xiang³

2019

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Agricultural technology transfer plays a chief role in transforming agricultural productivity in rural areas especially in the current setting where food demand surpasses the production capacity. Technology transfer facilitates the movement of soft and hard skills essential for improving farm production. Yet, the technical cooperation projects in Africa have been suffering from effectiveness and sustainability challenges while lacking responsiveness to local demand. This study applies a system dynamic method and a literature review to bring lessons from Japan and China’s experiences in agricultural technology transfer projects to Africa. Three cases in agricultural technical cooperation projects are presented: China—(Agricultural Technology Demonstration Center (ATDC) in Tanzania), Japan—(Smallholder Horticulture Empowerment Project (SHEP), and Rice Industry Development Support (RIDS) in Kenya and Tanzania, respectively). Japanese and Chinese agricultural technology has the potential to improve productivity and the livelihood of rural households. Nevertheless, strong linkages, commitment, and participation of all stakeholders in the design and implementation of agricultural technology transfer projects play an important role in enhancing project sustainability in the recipient countries. Further studies are recommended such as, to explain the agricultural technology transfer mechanism that fits well to equip beneficiary autonomy in terms of knowledge and capacity of production in the recipient country. The local governments need to set policy environments and institutional frameworks that encourage and support the agricultural technology transfer to benefit the rural farmers.

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“…Thus for third world countries, increasing manufacturing effectiveness depends to a certain degree among others on investment in modern economic structure in the form of transportation, water system, telecommunication, housing and other supporting infrastructure. These will enhance the manufacturing value added (MVA) process especially when coupled with new productive technologies deployed in primary production (Agola, 2016). This technology effectiveness was at the core of Japan's transition and catch-up in manufacturing competitiveness through a robust technology management strategy that leveraged on massive adoption of foreign technology (Agola, 2016).…”

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“…These will enhance the manufacturing value added (MVA) process especially when coupled with new productive technologies deployed in primary production (Agola, 2016). This technology effectiveness was at the core of Japan's transition and catch-up in manufacturing competitiveness through a robust technology management strategy that leveraged on massive adoption of foreign technology (Agola, 2016). The lack of a critical stock of technology in manufacturing effectiveness is typified in Africa, the continent with the lowest level of technology deployment in manufacturing activities (Agola, 2016).…”

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“…This technology effectiveness was at the core of Japan's transition and catch-up in manufacturing competitiveness through a robust technology management strategy that leveraged on massive adoption of foreign technology (Agola, 2016). The lack of a critical stock of technology in manufacturing effectiveness is typified in Africa, the continent with the lowest level of technology deployment in manufacturing activities (Agola, 2016). Despite the underscored benefits of globalization in strengthening manufacturing effectiveness, there are latent demerits for globalization for developing economies.…”

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Technology, Innovation and National Manufacturing Competitiveness

2019

EJBM

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Technology and innovation are key factors in achieving manufacturing competitiveness, and have nullified the forces shaping competition. The paper explores the literature on technology, innovation and competitiveness, and discusses the relationship amongst the variables with a focus to understand the role of technology and innovation in fostering national manufacturing competitiveness. The study adopts an exploratory approach and involves the synthesis of extant literature.

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Technology Transfer For Economic Growth In Africa—Why It Matters

Cited by 3 publications

References 8 publications

Knowledge Diffusion from China into Ghana’s Agricultural Sector: Processes, Contexts and Success Variations Among Agricultural Sub Sectors

Knowledge Diffusion from China into Ghana’s Agricultural Sector: Processes, Contexts and Success Variations Among Agricultural Sub Sectors

A Review of Agricultural Technology Transfer in Africa: Lessons from Japan and China Case Projects in Tanzania and Kenya

Technology, Innovation and National Manufacturing Competitiveness

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