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Part 1 of 2 programmes. With abundant water and minerals, a mostly democratic and peaceful recent history and a strategic location at the heart of southern Africa, Zambia appears poised on the brink of success. Why then in some key development indicators – such as access to clean water – is the country actually moving backwards? Peter Day meets the country’s leaders and talks to people and businesses affected by the country’s poor water and power systems. What could drag down Zambia's bustling economy – and what lessons are there for other countries? Producer: Mike Wendling
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