
Why Africa Is Still Poor - Exclusive Interview with Daron Acemoglu
Economics Explained
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Interventionism Impacting African Countries
Interventionism, historically done by the US in the Cold War and now by China in Africa, has had negative effects on African countries such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The weak legal and political institutions in Africa coupled with Chinese intervention have posed challenges for democracy. Despite these challenges, countries like Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana have opportunities for economic growth and positive development.
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