Differences in Development between Developing Countries

• Social factors – some parts of the world have issues that are caused by people. These include low levels of education, poor water quality or a lack of doctors.
• Where countries suffer from conflict or civil war, they are unable to keep the economy working and spend extra finance on weapons (Syria).
• Famine can lead to malnutrition and a reduced capacity to work and create income (Ethiopia).
• Countries which have accumulated large debts have to repay loans and interest causing less money for services.
• Corruption in the government (Nigeria) can lead to money being used inappropriately
• Countries with fertile soils and a suitable climate can grow cash crops which can be sold for income (Kenya: Coffee).
• Some countries have natural resources such as oil, which can be sold to generate foreign currency. E.g. Saudi Arabia.
• Countries with a poor education system have many low skilled workers and are unable to attract foreign investment.
• Some countries (Chad) are landlocked and find it more expensive to export and import goods as shipping is not an option.