Africa's cheetahs versus hippos - George Ayittey

The video discusses the contrast between the Cheetah Generation, a new breed of Africans fighting corruption, and the Hippo Generation, the ruling elites benefiting from the status quo. It highlights Africa's wealth not being utilized to alleviate poverty and critiques the inefficiencies of foreign aid. The speaker emphasizes the need to focus on the informal and traditional sectors, which are neglected but vital for Africa's development. The video calls for a return to Africa's indigenous systems and encourages the Diaspora to invest in these sectors to instigate change.

Explain the concept of 'vampire states' as used in the text.

What role do traditional institutions play in African societies according to the speaker?

How does the speaker differentiate between traditional and modern political systems in Africa?

What is the speaker's vision for the future of Africa as discussed in the conference?