Khartoum, oil's new boom town

The video discusses the transformation of Khartoum, Sudan, driven by oil discovery and economic growth. It highlights the influx of international investors, particularly from China, and the state's ambitious development projects. Despite these advancements, there is concern about wealth distribution, with the risk of oil revenues benefiting only a small elite. The challenge for Sudan is to manage its resources for the benefit of all its citizens.

What major event in 2005 contributed to the influx of investors in Sudan?

• A peace agreement

• A new government policy

• The construction of a new airport

• The discovery of gold

Which country is Sudan's top business partner, importing the majority of its crude oil?

• United States

• Brazil

• India

• China

What is the average annual income of a Sudanese citizen as mentioned in the video?

• $2,000

• $1,200

• $800

• $500

What is a potential risk associated with Sudan's oil revenues?

• Decrease in foreign investments

• Concentration of wealth among a small elite

• Inflation

• Environmental degradation

What type of project is the state financing in the heart of Sudan's capital?

• A public transportation system

• A national museum

• A state-of-the-art business district

• A new university