So why is Africa poor?

Early this month, Durban hosted politicians, economists, activists and talking heads at the World Economic Forum ( WEF) for Africa, where everything about the continent was on the table. The classed asked residents, “Why Is Africa Poor?”

WELCOME YAMISO

CLEANER Because there is high unemployment and governments only serve their interests.

LEZELLE BREEBT

UNEMPLOYED There is no good leadership in Africa. The rich become richer and the poor remain poor.

CATHERINE ROLAND

STUDENT Africa is full of resources but we’re poor because of others’ exploitation of our natural wealth. We rely so heavily on outside investors.