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African devlopment
October 14, 2008 - 02:31 AM
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The way things are going in Africa -wars,corruption, poor leadership- is it possible for African nations to become fully industrialized in the next 50 years? And if so, what do we have to do? Am open to all suggestions!
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Re: African devlopment
October 14, 2008 - 02:49 AM
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Ute4eva wrote:
The way things are going in Africa -wars,corruption, poor leadership- is it possible for African nations to become fully industrialized in the next 50 years? And if so, what do we have to do? Am open to all suggestions!
Africa as the cradle of mankind can rise up and take it rightful position in the world.
it starts with you the youth together we can make the difference.
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Re: African devlopment
October 14, 2008 - 07:48 AM
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The last thing Africa needs is industralization as it exists now.
Just look at the damage it has caused the world.
What we need is industries that leave no footprint on the environment.
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Re: African devlopment
October 14, 2008 - 01:45 PM
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To my own view, 50 years is even far for Africa to instigate action of becoming industrialized.
Its the responsibility of our government to firstly shun corruption and come up with a true democratic mindset - such that would listen to others who are not in government and consider the necessary facet of development.
Africa should come to a level of say a winning party willing to work with others even after elections.
Nation building is no one man's or party's affair.
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Re: African devlopment
October 14, 2008 - 03:23 PM
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Well,african has been called a THIRD world,unfortunately we have to live with the circumstances and they live on for generations inflicting pain and suffering on innocent children and the enviroment atlarge.
Recently they were elections in zimbabwe,we have all seen what bad leadership our fathers have maintaned for years.
In south africa,corruption is done in daylight,all evidence is there for anyone to see,yet our leaders go freely and wish to run nations.
its a shame and frustrating to see how crime and all the wrongs are being tolerated today,where are we heading,what is to become of our nations if a judge or a chief of police could be caught drunk driving,where is the law if the people to uphold it only use it against the layman.
The third world has many issues coming,this is a war i can compare to the AIDS virus, The only cure is to live a right and clean life,to be an example and to bring a difference in the world of politics.
How long it can last is entirely up to the Africans,
i can say that this problem is not only in the named countries but africa as a whole.
The answer is within us,lets stand today for a great tomorrow
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Re: African devlopment
October 16, 2008 - 05:21 AM
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How value addition can change Africa
By Tonderayi Matonho
THE poverty that currently afflicts many African economies could be made a thing of the past if the hidden engine behind Africa’s economic potential — food processing and value addition — are considered critical, strengthened, given breathing space and accorded a proper strategic role by governments and other stakeholders.
Senior Zimbabwe Government officials and decision-makers have recently noted that food processing and value addition contribute greatly to the development of local economies, especially rural economies where agriculture is highly practised.
These small industries provide added income to local farmers who supply raw materials and create employment for many other people. They also improve the quality of the raw material and reduce post-harvest losses.
Making use of local resources, these industries supply products in high demand, reduce the need for imports and contribute to the overall national economy
for more see:
http://www.herald.co.zw/inside.aspx?sectid=384&cat=10
I have also posted the article in as a blog have a look
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October 21, 2008 - 06:01 PM
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i believe that Africa could become a developed continent if African governments sit together and take actions to reduce corruption , and give people the freedom of speech i mean people in the countries should have their say on laws and so on . they need to accept democracy and fight poverty and inequality. Africa needs a better management and leaders.
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Re: African devlopment
October 22, 2008 - 05:08 AM
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nightsangel wrote:
i believe that Africa could become a developed continent if African governments sit together and take actions to reduce corruption , and give people the freedom of speech i mean people in the countries should have their say on laws and so on . they need to accept democracy and fight poverty and inequality. Africa needs a better management and leaders.
i like the choice in word here especially corruption.
This word corruption is becoming the second word of Africa.What interest me is in the so called developed world you will rarely hear it if you hear it at all.
In this day of economic meltdown executives in the West are accussed of financial mismanagement and funds misappropriation etc but if that case is to happen in the "third world" country it will be called straight up CORRUPTION. I gues its English words!
I have seen that Corruption in the West is packaged in a nice package and make it look good.
On a more serious note i cannot help but to agree with some of your points.on people having a say on laws etc do the people do it through their representatives in parliament and also during public hearings so i not sure of what you meant.
For Africa to develop we need to be masters of our own destiny and control our resources add value to them aand determine the market prices of the goods we export.
We should have home grown solutions and not just swallow what IMF and the West tell us.Look at where the economic restructuring programs (ESAP's) led us.
Africa has the potential and its high time we rise up and take our right position in the global village.
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Re: African devlopment
October 28, 2008 - 04:43 AM
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Well sure, but what do we have to do to become developed? It is really sad 4 us not to have say say in most of the things that affect our continent -we need to rise up! and fast~
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October 28, 2008 - 08:19 PM
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I think democracy can help because most developed countries have democracy . If all nations in Africa accept democracy there could be a change so democracy could be a step towards change.
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Re: African devlopment
October 29, 2008 - 12:53 PM
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well honestly i wish you guys coukd just START OVER you know? iv had friends goto africa numerous times..one of them never returned because a tribe was threatened by my friends arrival in their territory. we've watched movies and documentaries about tribes forcing childeren to murder families or they will get murdered. and you girls being raped because of where they're from. wow, id say starting over is the only way.
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Re: African devlopment
October 30, 2008 - 02:42 AM
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Well, cheerleader17, its not that simple. i get where you are coming from, but i gotta argue my case. I am an African, (and a proud one to boot!) First i will start by saying you cannot form your opinions about a whole continent based on a few documentaries and one person's account. As a continent we have issues,(many complicated and deep issues) but there are also many good things that documentaries and the news do not focus on e,g. -the economic growth and what not.
One of the reasons why there is so much fighting (tribal, ethnic and full scale wars) is inadequate distribution of resources. how? - because after colonization most resources were utilized to benefit the colonialists and up until now our leaders are using the same policies to enrich themselves.
But how are we to start over? How do you right wrongs that were committed decades ago? how do you re-distribute land? How do you remove dictators from power? How do you start over? how?
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Re: African devlopment
October 30, 2008 - 04:01 AM
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A relative of mine visited one of these developed nations some time back the main questions were whether "he lived in a hut or he could afford bread,if he knew what a car was or if he had any idea what a computer could do" .
My point here is that we may be in Africa but civilization exists in a wider aspect and not all documentaries portray or represent the true picture of our continent,there is a lot here for you my dear cheerleader17 and believe me you do not know Africa till you live it.
Most of the TV shows about Africa are meant for business and for you to believe what life in Africa is all about,i suggest you come over and see for yourself.
Its not just about people living in huts and starvation,its also about people learning and adjusting to different changes in the environment.
The past can never be changed but Africa's future is certainly bright as its virgin lands are able to feed the entire world,the struggle is to put the right people in power,it all starts and ends here.
All that Africa needs today are leaders that understand what industrialization,development and economic strength is about.
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October 30, 2008 - 04:58 AM
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Yeah Afirca and corruption are Synonymous. and I agree starting over again is not a viable solution.
However a combination of many solutions will be sufficient, considering that our democracies and traditions are diverse.
Corruption must be eradicated. Democracy as we know it needs to change from tribal to real development issues. Patriotism not only to our respective countries but to the African continent must be enhanced,. The African child must be allowed to grow into their full potential.
In short, no effort must be spared by the inhabitants of this continent to free ourselves form the chains that hold us.
The answer indeed lies in us.
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Re: African devlopment
October 30, 2008 - 09:16 AM
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Africa holds so much surprises for Africans and the rest of the world.It has marched away from miles of timidity and backwardness into a change that has been clogged by many ineptitudes in various fields.To be fully developed in the next fifty years will be miracle other than magic.But if all must put their hearts and minds to the needed change and development, Africa might just be there.
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