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Book Review: The Bottom Billion, Paul Collier

Oxford University economist Paul Collier in 2007 released his highly acclaimed book, ‘The Bottom Billion: Why the poorest countries are failing and what can be done about it.’ Having just finished reading the book, it is indeed a very riveting … Continue reading

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50 Years Independence In Francophone Africa.

In the last week, the most populous Francophone African country, the Democratic Republic of Congo celebrated 50 years of Independence. In 2010, a further 14 will celebrate this milestone, the roll call reads; Cameroon, Togo, Mali, Senegal, Madagascar, Benin, Niger, … Continue reading

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