African incomes rise in nine nations since 1990
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Nine African countries have seen average incomes more than double since 1990, according to data from Our World in Data.
This growth occurred alongside improvements in living standards within those nations. Madagascar, Zimbabwe, and Burundi experienced income declines during the same period, though the article focuses on the countries demonstrating economic progress. The economic gains in the nine growing countries enabled reductions in both extreme poverty and child mortality rates.
The author notes that economic growth is particularly important for people in Africa, where a large percentage of the world’s poorest population lives. While the article acknowledges a mixed economic picture across the continent, it concentrates on the positive trend observed in these specific nations. It builds on previous analysis of extreme poverty rates, providing a focused look at countries where incomes have significantly increased.
The data suggests a link between economic expansion and improved wellbeing, though the article does not explore the specific factors driving growth in these countries.
