PBS NewsHour

Niger Leads West Africa in Addressing Drought and Famine

Clip: 07/12/2012 | 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.

Aired: 07/12/12 | Rating: NR

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