USAID suspension: where next for Africa? - Focus on Africa Podcast
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 Whitehorn, Nyasha Michelle and Stefania Okereke
Senior Journalist: Karnie Sharp
Editors: Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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