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Patrick Muindi's avatar

Very important points in here, Malik. I feel that too many of us miss these. Stories of the successful are at best an inspiration, not a instructional map.

Many of the developed countries employed very protectionist policies while growing, opening up much later. Some still do, just look at how Europe shields its agriculture from imports. South Korea remained deeply corrupt (during its developing years) yet still managed to advance fast, largely because of sustained FDI, mostly from the US.

I'm not saying that we should be protectionist or not focus on corruption, of course, just reiterating the point that policy should be reflective of the needs of a nation, region, or continent.

Thanks for a nice article, once again.

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Dylan Muggleton's avatar

Great post Malik. Its always interesting to hear your thoughts on the future of Africa, a region that will certainly grow in importance in the world!

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