Prof. Nicola Viegi on SAMNet: a new economic modelling network is born

Prof. Nicola Viegi on SAMNet: a new economic modelling network is born
Economic Research Southern Africa
Prof. Nicola Viegi on SAMNet: a new economic modelling network is born

Oct 09 2020 | 00:16:52

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Episode • October 09, 2020 • 00:16:52

Show Notes

Adapting to the times, ERSA introduces its new initiative – the South African Modelling Network. In this podcast, Margaux G meets up with ERSA’s Deputy Director, Prof. Nicola Viegi who has been actively involved in this new initiative. To find out more about this and what inspired this, take a listen and explore the network.

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