Why Africa must become a center of knowledge again

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September 19, 2017 Today's TED Talk Why Africa must become a center of knowledge again 13:30 minutes · TEDGlobal 2017 How can Africa, the home to some of the largest bodies of water in the world, be said to have a water crisis? It doesn't, says Olúfẹ́mi Táíwò -- it has a knowledge crisis. According to Taiwo, a lack of knowledge on important topics like water and food is what stands between Africa's current state and a future of prosperity. In a powerful talk, he calls for Africa to make the production of knowledge within the continent rewarding and to reclaim its position as a locus of learning on behalf of humanity. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day How to be a great leader What makes a great leader? These TED Talks offer surprising, nuanced approaches on how to inspire and empower others to do their very best. Watch » 12 talks · Total run time 2:54:58   Download the TED app

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