TED: The leaders who ruined Africa, and the generation who can fix it | Fred Swaniker

The speaker shares personal experiences across Africa, highlighting the impact of leadership on countries like Ghana, Gambia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. They emphasize the crucial role of leadership in Africa, where weak institutions amplify the influence of leaders. The speaker outlines three generations of African leaders, noting improvements in leadership quality. They advocate for the next generation to focus on creating prosperity and building institutions. The African Leadership Academy and plans for new universities aim to cultivate future leaders, ensuring Africa's growth and stability.

What role do institutions play in the effectiveness of leadership in Africa?

Describe the story of Leticia and how it exemplifies the potential for creating prosperity in Africa.

In what ways does the author propose to cultivate the next generation of leaders in Africa?

What vision does the author have for the future generation of African leaders?