The video features Ruhi Çenet, a representative from the World Bank, providing an overview of Burundi, the poorest country in the world. The country has a population of approximately 12.5 million, with a majority engaged in agriculture. The average monthly income of a citizen is around $15, and unemployment is estimated to be around 33%.
The country is characterized by a lack of modern technology and infrastructure. For instance, the airport's information screen uses an unpaid demo of an operating system. The majority of the population lives below the poverty line, with one in every 20 people dying from malnutrition and starvation. The currency is undervalued, with 10,000 banknotes equivalent to approximately $3.3.
In terms of education, only 32% of students can complete their secondary school education, and less than 1% of the population attends university. The average life expectancy is around 49 years, and the country is one of the third worst in terms of casualties due to accidents.
The country is also characterized by a high infant mortality rate, with 1 in 5 children dying before the age of 5. There is a severe shortage of healthcare professionals, with only one doctor for every 35,000 people in the country.
Despite the challenges, the motto of the country is "Unity, Work and Development". The flag represents the struggle for freedom (red), hope for the future (green), and peace (white), with three stars symbolizing the communities living in the country.
The main products exported are coffee, tea, cotton, and potatoes, with beans also being a significant export. However, the country is vulnerable to floods due to its mountainous terrain and increasing deforestation.
In conclusion, despite the dire circumstances, the country's motto remains "Unity, Work and Development".
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1. The speaker is Ruhi Çenet, representing the World Bank and other official institutions.
2. The location is Burundi, a country that has been consistently ranked as the poorest in the world for the past 62 years.
3. The population of Burundi is approximately 12.5 million.
4. The average income of a citizen is around 15 dollars per month.
5. It is estimated that one in every three people is unemployed.
6. The speaker notes the lack of modern technologies in Burundi, including the use of smartphones and electricity.
7. The country's geography is predominantly agricultural, with a population of 12.5 million relying on it for sustenance.
8. The country has a high percentage of children, with 65% of the population under the age of 25.
9. The average life expectancy was around 49 years, and only 7.6% of the people have access to electricity.
10. The country is densely populated, with 451 people per square kilometer and over 70% of the population living below the poverty line.
11. The currency is equivalent to approximately 3.3 dollars, and the most valuable banknotes are worth around 3.3 dollars.
12. The country lacks professional groups and technology, with a person with a bicycle considered a professional.
13. The roads in Burundi are poorly maintained, with only 14% covered in asphalt.
14. The country has a high rate of malnutrition and starvation, with one in every 20 people dying from these causes.
15. The country has a high rate of begging, and many people ask for help as soon as they see a stranger.
16. The country has a high rate of cycling as a means of transportation, with many people cycling long distances to work.
17. The country has a high rate of homelessness, with many people living in makeshift shelters.
18. The country has a high rate of disease, with many people dying from diseases due to poor living conditions.
19. The country has a high rate of child labor, with many children working to support their families.
20. The country has a high rate of poverty, with many people living in poverty and relying on bartering for survival.
21. The country has a high rate of unemployment, with many people unable to find work.
22. The country has a high rate of illiteracy, with many people unable to read or write.
23. The country has a high rate of infant mortality, with many babies dying before their first birthday.
24. The country has a high rate of maternal mortality, with many women dying in childbirth.
25. The country has a high rate of suicide, with many people choosing to end their lives due to the harsh conditions.
26. The country has a high rate of substance abuse, with many people turning to drugs and alcohol to cope with the harsh conditions.
27. The country has a high rate of crime, with many people committing crimes to survive.
28. The country has a high rate of domestic violence, with many people abusing their partners and children.
29. The country has a high rate of divorce, with many marriages ending in divorce.