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“I wish we questioned the aid model as much as we are questioning the capitalism model. Sometimes the most generous thing you can do is just say no.”

Quote by Dambisa Moyo

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Dambisa Moyo is a distinguished author and economist, born on February 2, 1969. She has made substantial contributions to the field of economics through her insightful writings, focusing on the challenges and opportunities in the global economy, particularly in Africa. more

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