Behind the music: the singer with her sights on the World Bank

When Ghanaian-born Rhian Benson went from stockbroker to singer, she learned how open her native country was to changeWhen soul singer Rhian Benson tells me that Africa's projected GDP is expected to grow by 5.75% in 2011, it is clear she is far from your average pop star. Yes, she's stunningly beautiful and talented, but as soon as Benson opens her mouth it's clear she has more pressing things on her mind than fashion or where the next celebrity party is – issues such as how to promote Africa...

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