The Economist: Africa must embrace its least fashionable idea – a capitalist revolution

The Economist: Africa must embrace its least fashionable idea – a capitalist revolution

The world’s poorest continent should embrace its least fashionable idea
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Africa is on the cusp of transformation. With its youth set to dominate the global workforce by 2030, the continent holds immense potential. But unlocking this promise requires a radical shift. Leaders must abandon outdated economic models, embrace growth, and foster an entrepreneurial revolution.

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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com

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The world's poorest continent should embrace its least fashionable idea

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