This review explores the critical impact of social and cultural factors on credit risk assessment and lending practices, especially in developing countries. By examining existing research, we delve into how cultural norms, social relationships, and community dynamics shape the evaluation of...

This paper investigates the complex interplay of factors contributing to credit risk in developing countries. Focusing on borrower characteristics, we examine the interconnected roles of income levels, employment stability, and credit history. The analysis reveals how lower income, volatile...

This study examines the impact of Corporate Citizenship (CC) on sustainable purchase intentions, with a focus on the fast fashion industry. The research explores how CC initiatives, brand confidence, loyalty, and green innovation performance (GIP) influence consumer behaviour toward...

The critical issue of environmental degradation emphasises the urgent need for coordinated actions to safeguard and restore the planet's fragile ecological balance. This study examines the relationship between financial development and carbon emissions in Ghana from 1990 to 2020, focusing on the...

This paper contributes to the discussion on environmental degradation by exploring the connection between banking sector development and environmental degradation in the ECOWAS. In addition, we investigate the direction of causation between environmental degradation and its drivers and the...

The systematic review delves into the multifaceted impacts of climate change on food security across Africa, analysing variations across regions and socio-economic contexts. It identifies threats such as altered precipitation patterns, temperature rises, and intensified extreme weather events,...

This review examines the pivotal role of government incentives-tax breaks, subsidies, and green bonds- in advancing sustainable construction practices within developing countries. Tax incentives encourage investment in energy-efficient technologies, stimulate innovation, and enhance market...

This comprehensive review explores the multifaceted landscape of quality assurance in higher education, particularly emphasising the unique challenges and opportunities faced by developing nations. Drawing upon a wealth of academic research, policy documents, and institutional reports, we delve...

This review systematically examines the expenditure patterns of low-income households, focusing on how limited financial resources influence their spending decisions. It reveals that a significant portion of income is devoted to necessities such as food, shelter, and utilities, leaving little...

This review evaluates the effectiveness of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in advancing sustainable building projects in developing countries. It highlights key areas such as resource mobilization, expertise utilization, innovation, risk-sharing, and community impact. Findings show that PPPs...