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In Africa, Resources Have Their Downside.

Authors :
Phillips, Michael M.
Source :
Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition. 06/19/2000, Vol. 235 Issue 120, pA1. 0p. 1 Graph.
Publication Year :
2000

Abstract

Discusses why many resource-rich African nations have not prospered from their underground treasures such as gold, diamonds and oil. The greedy government officials who have looted treasuries for personal gains while shortchanging the development needs of the poor; Example; Countries where oil revenue has helped finance political turmoil.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00999660
Volume :
235
Issue :
120
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
3217420