StartupsSep 22, 2019
IEEEAlov

A big problem in Africa is corruption and internet scam. Anyone have an idea on how to solve these problems?

Blinders, I am originally from Africa. My home continent is engulfed in corruption, government inefficiencies, lack of dataset, and a host of problems from Internet fraud to email compromise. Anyone here knows about possible solutions to these problems via technology and entrepreneurship? We can work together on this project. Some background: I have a degree in computer security and information technology. Currently attending night class for computer science (software engineering track) I lived on the continent for roughly 19 years. I was the Managing Director of Operations at a General Contracting firm for over 2 and a half years. TC in America: $42,000 TC back home in our family company: $ over $100,000

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Abbott 3001 Sep 22, 2019

Tell me about your family company and how you accumulate this wealth

IEEE Alov OP Sep 22, 2019

My dad started his general contracting firm in 1989 after he resigned from his job as a mechanic and tractor driver. Based on his years of experience as a tractor driver and mechanic, he registered and founded an industrial supply, heavy equipment importation, and caterpillars cat spare part importation. He will submit his proposal to various governmental and private firms to help them purchase and ship in bulldozers, tractors, and he takes charge of engineers who works to maintain and replace the equipment. He also outsources mechanics to various firms.

Abbott 3001 Sep 22, 2019

And he gets all this contract legitimately uhm

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Fgltd Sep 22, 2019

If they left Africa alone and actually stopped robbing the people and it's natural resources as the have for years . Then maybe people would not have to live in poverty thats a better solution..... I'm sure the scammers are not the wealthy people....

IEEE Alov OP Sep 22, 2019

Who are the people robbing Africa that you're referring, to? The West?

Gensler Boss Man Sep 22, 2019

Why are dumb social just warriors people always wanting to blame others and portray them as victim rather than encouraging responsibility or lookin for solutions. The original poster of this topic acknowledge a problem and is looking for a solution and here come this moron saying that all Africans are victims and if they leave them alone (who ever that is) everything will be amazing.

Reliable Software Atinlay5 Sep 22, 2019

Get help from the Nigerian prince. 😂 Just kidding.

IEEE Alov OP Sep 22, 2019

I'm trying to fight the Nigerian prince. How do you stop them? It's becoming a very lucrative business in Africa now. Email Compromise.

Riverbed Technology dagdaubab Sep 22, 2019

Wrong forum buddy. Most people here are shallow trolls who only live in TC bubble and probably don't know shit about the world.

IEEE Alov OP Sep 23, 2019

Thanks!

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Fgltd Sep 25, 2019

I well traveled thank you! Covet racist do your research before you assume. I made true statement and I've worked all over the world aiding the poor! What have to done to help your fellow man? You pompous self righteous pig. No wrong forum for you the kkk is another board

The Krazy Coupon Lady ${user.id} Sep 23, 2019

The thing y’all need over there is to establish non-government alternatives for dispute resolution and every other government function, and then dismantle the government. That would create the wealthiest nation on earth in a few years.

IEEE Alov OP Sep 23, 2019

Sounds good! So how will technology play a role in that process? And do you mean creating an NGO? There are tons of NGO in Africa.

The Krazy Coupon Lady ${user.id} Sep 23, 2019

Well, instead of an NGO it would be better to build a community. Technology can play a huge role or none at all, really. The hard part will be dismantling the state

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Fgltd Sep 25, 2019

Gensler dumb social warrior ? Haha the very foundation of that country has been corrupted. if the foundation is and has been what solution will patch up the issues that evolved ! I never said victim I said problems good try . And reliable software the racist passive comment shows exactly my point. Gensler don't put words in my mouth to push your ignorant agenda . People like you walk around the issue and place blame on others and not observe facts to hide he truth. I'm sure with your upbringing this behavior is acceptable. Deflecting shows your not a leader twisting words for your liking also says your a joke. People love to give advise on a subject they have no personal experience with . Boss man? No coward. Until that land is respected as the native Americans expressed that theory here it will always be that way and there is nothing no one can do about it. Repress anyone I don't care what country it is you will have poverty in astounding numbers and crime. I still go on mission trips all over the world and I see what's real! Your excuse only said in a failed attempt to justify your mess that you are prejudice and shallow. I made a logical statement of truth and look at the world. Sick! Go to any third world country work with the poor and they will tell you better they show you it affects everyone!