By The Associated Press

DROWNING IN DEBT: African nations say debt incurred by past generations is keeping them poor and unable to cope with pressing needs, such as the AIDS epidemic.

BRITAIN’S SOLUTION: Britain wants wealthy nations and international institutions to write off Africa’s debt.

BANKROLLING CORRUPTION: On a continent where corruption is endemic, critics question whether the money saved on debt relief would ever reach those who need it.

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