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.”
Society (3)
Clear filter ✕African proverb
It treats the continent as a single cultural source, erasing the distinct countries, communities, and traditions behind the food, music, fashion, or wisdom being referenced.
Name the culture or country of origin
Education crisis
Often used to describe schooling across the entire continent, suggesting systemic collapse. In many cases, education systems are expanding and improving, even while facing real challenges such as population growth, funding gaps, or teacher shortages.
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