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An interesting debate. Prof Carlos Lopes raises key arguments. 1. There is an increasingly urgent call for structural transformation. This should take a holistic view. 2. All concepts work differently in different countries and different sectors (pardon the monotonous word-Different). So narratives and the language that shapes them are critical. 3. The need to institutionalise learning from failure by Government. 4. Whereas the ambition of #AfCFTA is to realise the #Agenda2063, this will be a big hurdle to meet as the Africa is divided, and are dealing with a determined partner (EU). Africa needs to be prepared and understand the contradictions between AfCFTA and her trade relationship with the EU. A very insightful dialogue!

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I appreciate this excerpt: “So all of my knowledge around finance came from the mentality of “it’s all about profit and if you manage to maximize profit, everything else takes care of itself.” In my time working with RSF I got a greater appreciation of a different way of thinking about how profit coexists with the mission.” Proud to work for an organization that is so mission-driven! #socialfinance #impactinvesting #missiondriven

Please listen up: 1) Total Control, must be obtained 2) Depopulation 3) Financial & monetary control 4) Food control 5) Medication control 6) Seed control These folks will stop at nothing. All part of the new wave of CONTROL.

Dear African Leaders, How much of Bill Gates do you know or are you blinded by the color of a mere fiat currency called Dollar? Have you now reduced all of your African values to dollars and cents that your children will eventually sniff away in drugs when you are no more? Have you ever thought about the consequences of making your own kids cerebrally redundant because you have left them cash and assets they never worked for or needed ? Please have pity on yourselves and your children by rejecting the offers from the Eugenicist, Bill Gates. You will agree with me that no African knows Bill Gates like the notable speaker in this video, Robert Kennedy Jnr. Why then do you trust Bill Gates if all of these is said about him? Many of the European tribesmen who know Bill Gates are wondering what is wrong with you African Leaders. Are you hypnotized or something? His Dollar is not good for you please reject it. Even though it’s a known fact that you are careless about the Citizens you govern, have pity on yourself and your Children. #africa #africanunion #au #gmo #saynotogmos #vaccine #mpox #blacklivesmatter

Very soon a seed law in Nigeria as they have done in Kenya with another monkey president leading there: William Ruto . He will not be in Benin for his agenda before we phase him out . Bill Gates now a tax consultant in Nigeria. That is how others perceive Africans as subhumans Nigeria faces deep-rooted challenges, such as corruption, poverty, and low productivity, despite its large population and abundant resources. While Bill Gates’ initiative to improve Nigeria’s digital tax system may be well-intentioned, it's concerning when placed against the backdrop of more pressing economic issues, like widespread poverty and inflation exceeding 60%. With a GDP per capita below $3,000 and over 100 million Nigerians living in extreme poverty, the priority should be on increasing productivity and reducing corruption, not just enhancing tax efficiency. Many Nigerians thrive abroad, yet these internal issues remain unsolved. The tendency to rely on external figures, like Bill Gates, to address domestic problems reflects a broader mindset where African countries often look to outsiders for solutions rather than leveraging their own talent. Historical and political factors contribute to this reliance on external influence, but the need for locally driven strategies is clear. The stark contrast between Nigerians’ success overseas and the struggles within the country highlights critical gaps in governance and resource management. For Nigeria to move forward, it must prioritize homegrown solutions and focus on building a productive, self-sustaining economy.

#philanthrocapitalism The term appears as early as February 2006 in The Economist, and was popularized by #Matthew_Bishop & #Michael_Green in their 2008 book "Philanthrocapitalism: How the Rich Can Save The World." Across the universe, meanwhile, a very different form of philanthropy is taking shape. Nicknamed “philanthrocapitalism” by journalist Matthew Bishop, its followers believe that business thinking and market methods will save the world—and make some of us a fortune along the way. #Criticism. There are many criticisms of philanthrocapitalism beginning with the limited transparency and accountability involved. There are also concerns that private philanthropy erodes support for governmental spending on public services.