Topic:Economic Development Case Study:LEDC Sustainable Aid Project Location: Mali, West Africa, Landlocked. Geographical Keywords • International Aid – the giving of resources from one country or organisation to another country in need. • Voluntary Aid - provided by NGO’s who collect money from people and organisations to implement projects in countries in need. • Appropriate Technology – the level of skills and technology needed to deliver and maintain aid matches the needs of the country. • Desertification – the spread of deserts. Case Study Detail Background Mali is in West Africa and is one of the world’s poorest nations with a population of about 12 million. The natural environment is very harsh, and it is getting worse each year. The area has very low rainfall levels, and desertification is a big problem. 65% of the country is desert/semi desert.