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Born in the Wrong Place? Africa's Shocking Education Lottery (You Won't Believe the Difference)

Where you're born in Africa can decide your entire future. This video breaks down a massive study on intergenerational mobility across 27 African countries, analyzing data from 16 million people. We reveal why a kid in Nairobi has an 85% chance of finishing primary school, while a kid in Turkana has only a 5% chance. The findings are brutal: colonial railways and missionary settlements still determine your opportunities today. Even moving as a child can boost your odds by 3% per year. The authors, Alberto Alesina and team, show that history and geography have cemented inequality. Watch to understand why Africa's growth miracle hasn't reached everyone and what it means for the next generation. No jargon, just hard truths.