A road map for ending aid to Africa

Opinion September 20, 2010

For the first time since independence, there is new optimism in Africa. With the rise of a new indigenous middle-class and a political leadership anxious to free itself from the straight jacket of the aid regime there is serious interest in encouraging investments by foreigners and local entrepreneurs.

Göran Hydén is a retired Professor of Political Science and independent consultant.

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