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Did Live 8 Work?

07/11/05
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(MTV) Thanks to a last-minute pledge from Japan, the G8 have agreed to increase aid to Africa from $25 billion to $50 billion.

...In addition, the G8 pledged to absolve the debts of 18 of Africa's poorest countries, with an additional nine countries being considered should they meet certain established criteria..[see full story for more] - Click here for the Full Story

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