
Niger Leads West Africa in Addressing Drought and Famine
Clip: 7/12/2012 | 10m 41s
Amidst Drought and Famine, Niger Leads West Africa in Addressing Crisis
Eight West African countries are currently suffering from drought and famine. As part of our Food for 9 Billion Series, Fred de Sam Lazaro looks at how Niger is preparing for its crisis.
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Niger Leads West Africa in Addressing Drought and Famine
Clip: 7/12/2012 | 10m 41s
Eight West African countries are currently suffering from drought and famine. As part of our Food for 9 Billion Series, Fred de Sam Lazaro looks at how Niger is preparing for its crisis.
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