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“AIDS is big business, maybe Africa's biggest business. There's nothing else that can generate as much aid money as shocking figures on AIDS. AIDS is a political disease here, and we should be very skeptical.”

Quote by James Shikwati

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James Shikwati is an economist born in 1970, known for his profound insights into economic issues in Africa, particularly in the fields of agriculture and food security. He has served as an advisor to various international organizations and academic institutions and has delivered speeches worldwide on these issues. more

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