NEW STUDY: Dispelling Cash Transfer Myths in Africa

From
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)
Published on
30.10.18
Impact Area
Poverty reduction, livelihoods & jobs

Washington, D.C.: Unconditional cash transfers paid to vulnerable populations as regular, predictable income support is now an established programmatic strategy to combat poverty and social exclusion and build resilience to shocks in Africa. However, despite evidence which points towards the transformative impact of cash transfers, common myths hinder the development of these programs. These myths undercut potential improvements in well-being and livelihood strengthening among the poor, which these programs can bring about in sub-Saharan Africa, and globally, according to a new study.

New research by the Transfer Project, Myth-busting? How research is refuting common perceptions about Unconditional Cash Transfers in Africa, co-authored by International Food Policy Research Institute’s (IFPRI) researcher, Audrey Pereira, uses rigorous evidence to help dispel these myths.

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