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“Hippos kill more people in Africa annually than any other wild animal.”

Quote by George Ayittey

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George Ayittey is a renowned economist, born in 1945. He has made significant contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the areas of African economics and politics. His research covers issues such as economic growth, political reform, and democratization. more

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