The poorest countries in Africa have some of the highest growth rates, thus proving the convergence hypothesis.

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The convergence hypothesis suggests that poorer countries tend to have higher growth rates than richer countries, leading to a narrowing of the income gap over time. However, the statement in the question implies that the poorest countries have the highest growth rates, which is not consistent with the convergence hypothesis.

The Poorest Countries in Africa Have Some of the Highest