Out of Africa

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Nelson Mandela asked the powers of the world not to “forget Africa” after the end of South Africa’s apartheid regime. In the years since, the world has not forgotten Africa… and many nations on the continent have begun to register very impressive rates of economic growth. Thousands of Australian companies are now operating in Africa, and even sporting ties have grown. What else is coming “out of Africa” these days? Watch the Airport Economist’s video to find out.

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