Salon
Lions on the Move
Presentation of the McKinsey Global Institute Study
Salon: Lions on the Move
November 17, 2016
Restaurant Sra Bua by Tim Raue
For the second time, the McKinsey Global Institute is presenting a comprehensive report on Africa’s economic situation and development entitled “Lions on the Move II: Realizing the Potential of Africa’s Economies”. The analyses show how differently the individual African countries are developing economically.
How can economic success become a catalyst for sustainable development in African societies?
Presentation of the McKinsey Global Institute Study at the Salon "Lions on the Move"
In our salon, two of the authors responsible, Dr. Jens Riese and Yassir Zouaoui, present the findings of the study and discuss with us possible reasons for achievements and challenges in further economic development as well as forecasts for the next ten years. What needs to happen for economic success to become a catalyst for sustainable development in African societies?
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