Africa is growing - fast

Data World Bank, UN

Growth is a common phenomenon among Sub-Sahara African countries. GDP's are rising more than 5% in 24 countries, inflation is slowing, and a young workforce is present. This article was a promotion by GE who is very present in Africa and clearly excited about their investment because it was nothing short of a love letter. 

I found the Technology hubs to be very interesting. They are startup hubs to encourage entrepreneurs. It's providing a new frontier for Africans and a location for networking and brainstorming. Africa's GDP's are expected to rise to to internet connection and hopefully boost technology research and development. 

Reflection: I honestly can't imagine a world without internet. Even this class would be impossible without it. How many start-ups in the US just started with a simple web page? Chegg Textbooks started as a small business in Iowa that now ships textbooks all over the country. Social media giants like MySpace and Facebook made possible through innovation and an internet connection. Bloggers and app designers make thousands off of ideas and access to the online market. It will be interesting to see what Africa can do with the internet, and ultimately connect them instantly with the rest of the world market online.

Africa's neither 'rising' nor 'falling' but it is growing - fast
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