03/03/2012
Correspondents' reports on the effects of sanctions in Damascus, the Burmese opposition figures released from jail, turtles in Costa Rica and the Kenyan mum with 49 mouths to feed.
'A revolution with almost no co-ordination or planning.' That was Ian Pannell's assessment as he toured northern Syria trying to work out the extent of the rebellion against President Assad.
Meanwhile, James Harkin's in the capital Damascus where international sanctions are starting to leave their mark on everyday life.
Rachel Harvey's been meeting a group of Burmese opposition figures recently released from long jail sentences. Do they believe the new government is genuinely committed to a process of reform?
There's a story of connectivity, turtles and love from Huw Cordey in the central American state of Costa Rica.
And how would you like to get the tea for 49 young children? Catherine Fellowes has been talking to a mum in Kenya who does it every day!
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Introduction
Duration: 00:25
A country at war
Ian Pannell in northern Syria meets some of the farmers, greengrocers and mechanics who have been forced to take up arms and join the rebellion.
Duration: 05:20
Shortages and power cuts
In the Syrian capital Damascus, James Harkin finds out how people are coping with everyday life as the conflict continues and sanctions bite.
Duration: 05:06
Reforms in Burma
Rachel Harvey talks to opposition figures who were recently released from prison about the new Burmese government’s reforms and the future of the country.
Duration: 05:23
Small world
Huw Cordey in Costa Rica says some of the remotest places in the world are starting to feel less isolated thanks to the internet but, for the traveller, it's a mixed blessing.
Duration: 05:34
'Dream' home
In Kenya, Catherine Fellowes visits a couple who care for 49 children in their home in Nairobi.
Duration: 04:45
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- Sat 3 Mar 2012 11:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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