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USAID Suspension: Where next for Africa?

Feb 19, 202531 min
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Episode description

Experts say the health of millions of Africans is at stake following the suspension of much needed USAID funds. Programs that the US organisation funds on the continent are vast and crucial. What do African governments need to do to fill the gap?

Also, a new report says that the recruitment of children as soldiers on the continent remains a challenge. We hear from a former child soldier.

And a proposal for a fresh approaching in saving the African rhino, but this time, everyone is included in the conversation for conservation!

Presenter: Charles Gitonga Technical Producer: Philip Bull Producers: Patricia Whitehorne, Nyasha Michelle and Stefania Okereke Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi

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