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“Africa is like a child that immediately cries for its babysitter when something goes wrong. Africa should stand on its own two feet.”

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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