Lynn Shler

Lynn Shler is a prominent professor of African Studies and the director of the Tamara Golan Center for African Studies at Ben-Gurion University. With a focus on the socio-economic challenges facing African nations, particularly Nigeria, her research explores the complex interplay of infrastructure, healthcare, and governance that affects life expectancy and quality of life. Shler emphasizes the multifaceted issues contributing to Nigeria's low life expectancy, including access to clean water, electricity, and a functioning healthcare system, while also addressing the broader implications of economic policies and governance failures in the region.