Mr. S. Sanneh:

This is indeed a welcome news.  Criticism brings understanding and solutions
to problems.  My sense of reasoning in evaluating global issues is vital.

I mentioned my disagreement and condemnation of the failure of the African
Development Bank to Dr. Mccully, who did his dissertation on African
economics, and he agreed with me.  He indicated that even if you are a silent
minority in expressing the failure of the bank, you must provide your readers
with facts.  This I thought was very encouraging.  I believe that as an
African I can give some insights to the new vision of the bank and how it can
entice multinational companies to Africa.

Around 1991, I took a class on strategic management and was convinced that
the whole African continent could do more in global economics.  During one of
the lectures I was offended by the lack of concern of multinationals in
setting up plants in Africa.  I could not believe the ignorance and arrogance
that some of my classmates felt about my continent.  The question that came
to my mind was why after all these years, no African country has maintained
even a simple economic equilibrium.  I am even not happy with my company, a
multination entity that cannot see the opportunity of venturing in Africa.
My constant discussion with management results in non.  I am still convinced
that I will not give up the idea of encouraging my superiors to venture in
our continent.

As you know no two economists will agree on some solutions to fiscal and
social problems facing a nation.  But if they debate and invite criticisms,
they can introduce some meaningful solutions to some problems that they have
reiterated.  Constructive criticism and engagement can in the long-term
affect some changes.

My analysis of situations are by no means a condemnation of your personal
being.  As a member of the Board of Directors of the African Development
Bank, you should invite innovative ideas even if you totally disagree.  Time
and time again some managers who are irritated by criticisms are distrusted
my employees.  A strong manager is one who is open and willing to listen.  I
invite criticisms.


Comrade,

Muhammad Lamine Jassey-Conteh

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