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Environmental quality in Africa: Is the demographic dividend an asset?

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  • Juakaly Wayisovia, Emmanuel
  • Ongo Nkoa, Bruno Emmanuel

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In this article, we robustly show that the demographic dividend contributes to environmental degradation in Africa. To achieve this, we specify a model and then estimate it using panel data collected over the period 1975–2021 from a sample of 44 African countries, using several econometric techniques: Pooled Mean Group. Robustness is tested using fixed and random effects methods and Lewbell-2SLS. Our results indicate that the demographic dividend through trade liberalization, FDI, urbanization, and resource use increases deforestation, thereby further contributing to environmental degradation. On the other hand, through agricultural practices, the demographic dividend reduces the rate of deforestation, thereby improving environmental quality in Africa. We suggest that African states strengthen environmental education and awareness in order to cultivate a culture of sustainable lifestyles and environmental management among the population, thereby minimizing deforestation for environmental sustainability in Africa and enabling the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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  • Juakaly Wayisovia, Emmanuel & Ongo Nkoa, Bruno Emmanuel, 2025. "Environmental quality in Africa: Is the demographic dividend an asset?," Land Use Policy, Elsevier, vol. 158(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:lauspo:v:158:y:2025:i:c:s0264837725002728
    DOI: 10.1016/j.landusepol.2025.107738
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