Despite the consensus that agriculture is the backbone of the continent's economy and the solution to many of its problems its young people, similar to others from traditionally agriculturally based economies such as the Caribbean, have turned their back on their countries greatest blessing i.e. the riches provided by its soil. A key factor in shaping this attitude is the intergenerational cultural breakdown fostered by lack of appropriate education, the desire for fast money, and the impact of western media which mesmerizes far too many of the young in developing countries. Another factor in this outcome is the failure of leaders and institutions to counteract these pervasive and damaging cultural influences. It is a far too common story in countries like Gambia to hear young people who have sold family land to illegally smuggle into western countries, often losing their lives in the process , or o end up in worse situations in potentially racist and hostile environments.
The failure of leaders, parents, and teachers to educate and train young people how to use land and how to collectively raise development capital or form cooperatives and share resources is at the heart of this problem. Tehuti investment Club is committed to using its expertise to address this problem. A positive example in the right direction can be seen in the case of Alex Darboe of Nema Kuta Ecolodge (Gambia), who can often be seen teaching children the importance of gardening and the necessary skills to maximize their independence in being able to feed themselves and generate income. See our Partners page for more information. This type of educational activity must be replicated and supported by economic education in understanding domestic, regional, and global markets. Technology also plays a potentially important role in modern farming which can appeal to young people, most of whom are already exposed to its benefits.
(Source: Thomas Williams.,www.borgenmagazine.com. July 14 2021).
