Published four times a year, OECD Journal: General Papers presents a collection of quality articles on a range of subjects not covered in other OECD journals, from the latest OECD research on macroeconomics and economic policies, to work in areas as varied as employment, education, environment, trade, science and technology, development and taxation. This special issue includes articles on the role of climate change, investment, security and gender empowerment in African development.