Chris Smith actually said...

If we do not encourage Africa's transition to becoming the next largest consumer market in the world, the force of the youth bulge will likely turn Africa into the world's main conflict zone.

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Smith warns about the consequences of failing to support Africa's economic transition.

02/12/2020

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