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The United States is the world’s largest producer of chocolate, despite barely growing any cocoa trees. Conversely, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) holds over half of the world’s …
The role of Africa’s youth in silencing the guns will be critical in a continent where young people bear the brunt of violent conflicts and are often manipulated by warring …
In Africa and elsewhere, development processes are stronger when they are built on existing networks and mechanisms. Far from being a handicap, therefore, Africa’s informal economy, and the migrants who …
They are the ones sustaining peace and nurturing society When we started our peace movement in Liberia in the heat of the civil war in 2003, we were …
Among the world’s 30 fastest-growing cities, 21 are in Africa. You’ve heard of fast advancements in Asia’s economy. Now get ready for Africa’s. Twitter TWTR, -2.41% CEO Jack Dorsey tweeted about his plans …
Innovative PAYGo business models are not only lucrative for the firms that adopt them; they have the potential to improve the lives of millions of Africans, beginning with the neediest …