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Building a Nation

Development in a new country, South Sudan. Plus asking the poor for advice

As South Sudan gets ready to celebrate it's creation as an independent nation, we visit one of the few towns in the country that's got a power plant - a key ingredient for economic development.

Our reporter Nyambura Wambugu talks to the government, and the plant manager about how electricity will power the country's development. Plus Mike chats to Roger Middleton, a specialist in the region of East Africa, about why it matters that the new country develops into a stable economy as quickly as possible.

Also in the show, we consider whether the best way to beat poverty is to simply ask the poor. As ever, tune in and have a listen, then let us know what you think. You can contact the team at oneplanet@bbc.com, or join us on Facebook, the link's below.

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18 minutes

Last on

Mon 11 Jul 2011 15:32GMT

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  • Fri 8 Jul 2011 18:32GMT
  • Sat 9 Jul 2011 03:32GMT
  • Sat 9 Jul 2011 23:32GMT
  • Mon 11 Jul 2011 10:32GMT
  • Mon 11 Jul 2011 15:32GMT

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