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How Rwanda Is Becoming the Singapore of Africa
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How Rwanda Is Becoming the Singapore of Africa


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5

Qualities

  • Eye Opening
  • Overview
  • Concrete Examples

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As Rwanda marks the 25th anniversary of its 1994 genocide, YouTube personality Sam Denby examines how far the nation has come. Rwanda has set its sights on becoming the “Singapore of Africa,” a lofty goal for a landlocked country. Indeed, Rwanda seems to have achieved astronomical growth – “seems” being the operative word. Denby examines the claims, provides historical context and draws useful political parallels to provide much-needed insight into the country’s economy. Multinational businesses expanding into Africa will appreciate Denby’s case study.

Take-Aways

  • Several economic and development indicators rank Rwanda as one of the top performers in Africa.
  • As Rwanda develops, it attempts to emulate Singapore’s growth model. 
  • Singapore grew because it is located at a strategically central position in Asia, it is politically stable, and it has created conditions that allow business to thrive.

About the Speaker

Sam Denby makes educational videos under the pseudonym Wendover Productions.