Skip to content
Africa: A Continent of Contrasts · Summer Term

Economic Development in Africa

Looking at the shift from primary industry to technology and services in emerging African economies.

Key Questions

  1. Compare the economic development trajectories of different African nations.
  2. Analyze why the 'resource curse' poses a challenge for some African nations.
  3. Evaluate the role of foreign investment in African economic growth.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Geography - Human Geography: Economic Activity
Year: Year 7
Subject: Geography
Unit: Africa: A Continent of Contrasts
Period: Summer Term

Ready to teach this topic?

Generate a complete, classroom-ready active learning mission in seconds.

Browse curriculum by country

AmericasUSCAMXCLCOBR
Asia & PacificINSGAU