Top 10 Poorest countries 2017

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23 May 201504:12

Summary

TLDRThis video outlines the ten poorest countries in the world, highlighting their locations, populations, and annual incomes. Countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Malawi face severe economic challenges, with incomes as low as $236 and high rates of disease affecting life expectancy. Many nations struggle with resource management, education, and systemic issues, contributing to widespread poverty. Despite vast natural resources in places like the DRC, foreign ownership hampers local economic growth. Overall, the video sheds light on the harsh realities faced by these countries and their populations.

Takeaways

  • 🌍 The Democratic Republic of Congo is the poorest country with an annual income of only $236 per person, despite vast mineral wealth.
  • 📉 Malawi has a low annual income of $253, significantly affected by a high death rate from HIV/AIDS.
  • 🌾 The Central African Republic relies on agricultural sales, including crops like cotton and corn, for its economy.
  • 💰 Liberia's average annual income is $436, with the economy primarily based on mining and agriculture.
  • 🏝️ Madagascar, the fourth largest island, has around 69% of its population living below the poverty line, earning about $1 daily.
  • ⛏️ Eritrea's main economic activities include mining for copper, gold, and marble, with an annual income of $546 per person.
  • 💔 Zimbabwe's high AIDS prevalence results in low life expectancy, with average incomes at $589 per person.
  • 📚 Burundi faces challenges due to poor education and systems, resulting in an annual income of just $625.
  • 🏜️ Niger, mostly desert, has an average annual income of $771 and struggles with resource scarcity.
  • 🇦🇫 Afghanistan, with an unemployment rate over 35%, has an annual income of $1,100, ranking it as the 10th poorest.

Q & A

  • What are the top 10 poorest countries in the world as mentioned in the transcript?

    -The top 10 poorest countries mentioned are: 1) Democratic Republic of Congo, 2) Malawi, 3) Central African Republic, 4) Liberia, 5) Madagascar, 6) Eritrea, 7) Zimbabwe, 8) Burundi, 9) Niger, and 10) Afghanistan.

  • Which country has the lowest average annual income?

    -The Democratic Republic of Congo has the lowest average annual income at $236 per person.

  • What factors contribute to Malawi's high death rates?

    -Malawi faces high death rates primarily due to the impact of HIV/AIDS.

  • How does the economy of the Central African Republic operate?

    -The economy of the Central African Republic primarily depends on the sales of crops such as cotton, corn, and millet.

  • What percentage of Madagascar's population lives below the national poverty line?

    -Approximately 69% of Madagascar's population lives below the national poverty line.

  • What is the main occupation of people in Eritrea?

    -In Eritrea, the main occupations include mining of copper, gold, marble, and granite.

  • What health crisis significantly affects Zimbabwe's population?

    -Zimbabwe's population is significantly affected by the AIDS crisis, leading to low life expectancies.

  • What challenges does Burundi face in terms of education?

    -Burundi faces challenges due to a lack of education, which contributes to its classification as one of the poorest countries.

  • How does Niger's geography affect its resources?

    -About 80% of Niger is desert, which severely limits the availability of natural resources.

  • What is the unemployment rate in Afghanistan?

    -Afghanistan has an unemployment rate exceeding 35%, indicating significant economic challenges.

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PovertyGlobal IssuesEconomicsDeveloping CountriesAfricaIncome InequalityEducationHealthcareUnemploymentResource Scarcity
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