Today's word, plus 29 more.
Economics
Demographic time bomb.
It suggests Africa's growing youth population will inevitably lead to instability, unemployment or migration crises.
“Africa is facing a demographic time bomb.”
“Africa has an emerging global workforce. / Africa is experiencing a youth demographic dividend.”
Media & Language (3)
Clear filter ✕Africa is…
It collapses 55 countries into a single story, treating Africa as if it speaks with one voice, has one experience, and shares one fate. It also allows the challenges of one country to be projected onto the entire continent.
Use the continent / name the specific country or region
Crisis-prone
The word 'crisis' implies a sudden emergency or breakdown that requires immediate intervention. Used too loosely, it describes structural challenges as permanent emergencies rather than identifiable, specific pressures.
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