Africa

Going to the movies helped these Ugandan students pass their exams

Residents watch a film projected by the Cinecleta, Moviebike, at a park in Saltillo, Mexico, September 6, 2015. Reginaldo Chapa modified a cargo bike to create the Cinecleta, a pedal-driven vehicle that carries a solar powered battery, a projector and sound equipment which it's aimed to promote clean energy and to take films and music to rough neighbourhoods in this industrial city, local media reported. Picture taken September 6, 2015. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril  - GF10000199178

An inspiring movie was found to motivate young children to pass their exams, showing the significance of cinema. Image: REUTERS/Daniel Becerril

David Evans
Senior Economist, World Bank
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