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ttending the recent student-led econom-
ic forum was an enriching experience. The BY THE REGENT SECONDARY SCHOOL
Adiscussions focused on the financial cri-
ses in Argentina, South Africa, and Rwanda, pro-
viding deep insights into the unique challenges

these nations face.

We explored Argentina’s struggles with inflation
and debt, South Africa’s issues with inequality
and economic stagnation, and Rwanda’s re-
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covery from the 1994 genocide, emphasizing its
strategies for sustainable growth. This forum ex-
WORLD panded my understanding of diverse economic

realities and the solutions being implemented,
such as fiscal reforms, international aid, and in-
ECONOMIC vestments in education and infrastructure.

A highlight was Mr. Dahiru’s talk on underdevel-
FORUM nology in addressing it. His insights revealed the
opment in Nigeria and the potential role of tech-

untapped potential in Nigeria, where technology

could drive growth and development, despite

BY THE REGENT SECONDARY SCHOOL infrastructural and policy challenges. This was
enlightening and helped me grasp the intersec-
tion between economic development and tech-
nological advancement in African countries.

Examining And Navigating Global Overall, the forum was highly beneficial to my
Economic Crisis Perspectives From Industries learning, broadening my global perspective and

deepening my understanding of critical eco-
nomic challenges. I would love to participate in
similar forums again.

- Agabi-Oshen Agabi
Year 11 Benue

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