re: The amount of development Africa experienced in the last 50 years is astounding

Funny you don't mention how China is largely due to them developing so well.

"China has financed and built mamy major infrastructure projects in Botswana across the energy, technology, transport, and water sectors. These developments form part of a broader economic partnership that has deepened since Botswana formally joined the Belt and Road Initiative.Major Chinese-built infrastructure projects in Botswana include:Morupule B Power Station: Built by the China National Electric Engineering Corporation (CNEEC), this massive coal-fired power station provides the bulk of Botswana's domestic power generation, helping transform the nation into a regional electricity exporter.Digital Delta Data Center: Located in the Botswana Innovation Hub in Gaborone, this Tier III certified data center was delivered by China Jiangxi International Economic and Technical Cooperation (CJIC) to significantly upgrade the country's ICT sector.Gaborone City Intersections: Chinese firms constructed three major grade-separated intersections (flyovers) in the capital city to help ease traffic flow and improve pedestrian safety.Water Supply Projects: Chinese contractors have been heavily involved in upgrading water infrastructure across the country, including major works around Mahalapye to help alleviate severe regional water shortages.Airport and Housing Projects: Chinese companies have been utilized in several high-visibility projects across Gaborone, such as the expansion of the Sir Seretse Khama International Airport and large-scale housing developments."