Demographics and Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa is a diverse region with over 2000 languages and a youthful population. It faces challenges like poor leadership, corruption, and conflict, which affect its development. The region's growing population presents both challenges and opportunities, attracting foreign investment, particularly from China. However, issues like migration, extremism, and climate change continue to pose significant hurdles.

How many countries are there in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• 50

• 49

• 55

• 45

What percentage of Sub-Saharan Africa's population is under the age of 20?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

Which former president of South Africa was estimated to have cost the country billions due to corruption?

• Jacob Zuma

• Cyril Ramaphosa

• Thabo Mbeki

• Nelson Mandela

How long did Robert Mugabe control Zimbabwe?

• 37 years

• 27 years

• 47 years

• 57 years

What is the average number of children women in Angola have?

• 7

• 5

• 6

• 4

Which terrorist group is active in the northern part of Nigeria?

• Al-Shabaab

• Al-Qaeda

• ISIS

• Boko Haram

What percentage has Lake Chad shrunk by in the past 60 years?

• 95%

• 90%

• 80%

• 70%

Which country has one of the world's largest refugee camps, Dadaab?

• Sudan

• Ethiopia

• Kenya

• Nigeria

Which country has seen a significant increase in foreign investment from China since 2010?

• All Sub-Saharan countries

• Kenya

• South Africa

• Nigeria

What is a major criticism of Chinese investments in Sub-Saharan Africa?

• They ignore environmental and worker safety issues

• They reduce debt

• They improve infrastructure

• They create jobs