When it really comes down to it, it's corrupt governments that create an environment where people are poor and desperate. Mostly because businesses aren't really interested in the risks involved.

Nobody cares about fixing this though. They just think throwing money at poor nations will somehow bring people above the poverty line.

Many countries in Africa are a good example of this not working.

We also perpetuate the issue through massive donations because local industries can't compete with free and the citizens become endlessly dependent.