Today, CEOs function increasingly as social activists, often pursuing socio-political causes which fall outside of their usual pursuit of the corporate or financial bottom line. Based on a series of long interviews and the application of alternative theoretical lenses, this book examines this phenomenon within the African context on the road to creating a CEO Activism Development Model.Addressing the gender disparity that continues to persist in this field, chapters consider altern...

This book focuses on developing a systematic approach to understanding the transformations in Africa's public sector social media landscape. Looking at the use of social media from the African public sector perspective, the authors present a comprehensive understanding of social media practices and how these could be integrated into African public sector institutions’ operational activities in order to deliver greater value for African citizens and consumers of public goods and services. C...

This book explores the dynamics of public relations (PR) in emerging economies across Africa, South America, and Asia.Offering an in-depth examination of the cultural, political, and media landscapes that define PR practices in these regions, chapters highlight innovative approaches, challenges, and opportunities for both scholars and practitioners.The authors explore the unique ways organisations address ethical dilemmas, respond to crises, and leverage purpose-driven campaigns to...

This book examines the nuances of public relations in the developing world. Offering a comprehensive exploration, description, analysis, and explanation of diverse PR strategies, tactics, and challenges, authors draw on insights from both the public and private sectors of developing societies.The chapters explore the unique cultural nuances, socio-political contexts, and emerging trends that continue to shape PR practices in emerging economies. The book examines how to effectively ...

This book explores the issues around small business and entrepreneurial activities in Africa within the context of frequent collapse of businesses, seizures by governments, lack of access to capital and raw materials as well as the reliance on the informal sector. All these issues, the Editors argue, have been exacerbated by the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, entrepreneurship must be at the heart of efforts to transform Africa’s economic prospects to ensure sustained economic gr...

Responsible Management in Emerging Markets: A Multisectoral Focus is in response to the dearth of literature on responsible management in emerging economies. It discusses diverse themes at the intersection of corporate social responsibility (CSR), green business (marketing) and sustainability management, with the view to addressing some begging issues in responsible management.Hinged on the centrality of SDG 12 (responsible production and consumption), this volume focusses...