Q&A: Dambisa Moyo

Dambisa Moyo, author of "Dead Aid: Why Aid is not Working and How There is a Better Way for Africa." The book argues that western financial aid to African countries has actually hurt instead of helped. Program from Sunday, April 5, 2009.

[@DanyaSteele]

Given the apparent lack of preparation by the interviewer, Dambisa handled this interview exceedingly well.

[@afroblack1000]

Brilliant Lady.......an epitomy of a strong intelligent beautiful African woman

[@LiberianGbanna]

I could see in her eyes the passion she has for Africa. She's such an intelligent lady that's worth listening to. I'm glad that she's getting so much media coverage. I only hope that other Africans doing great things out there would have the opportunity of showing themselves to the world. I love you Dambisa!!!

[@inder19852000]

You are a proud person of African heritage.I appreciate that.I wish that the politicians in the continent also think like you.The people who want to change their country live abroad enjoying the sound life in the West.

[@Intellisecular]

I'm encouraged by the fact that she has spoken out against Prof. Sachs. I'm looking forward to reading her book.

[@thomasajah9730]

i love your wit, eloquence and above all your sincerity. very few people in your position would dare to take such such a road less travelled. God bless you Dambisa!

[@sguardian870]

this is great dambisa is the best and she is smart beautiful and intelligent u go girl

[@gmadigan]

How refreshing to hear somone intelligent, beautiful, and articulate express some concrete opinions on options for a better way, without engaging in emotional sensationalism. The way she is approaching this subject is one of the most tried and tested and successful - through dialogue, rather than debate. I think there is hope that she may become a presence that will engender some serious critical thinking around finding solutions instead of winning arguments or for political gain.

[@gmadigan]

Coming from the same town as Bob Geldoff and Bono, whose tremendous efforts and compassion I appreciate, I am nevertheless eager to listen to Dambisa and explore the possibilities she suggests in finding real and sustainable solutions to what is arguably one of the most shameful reflections on all of us as a human race.
Let's not try to silence her, but let us engage in one of the fundamental principles of communication... and listen.

[@king2amani767]

Thanks sister keeps fighting those devil

[@BlackPantherrStudios]

great video
Africa needs more hospitals and schools to better Africa.

[@richardndekezi1404]

I am your fan to death! This is a great way to go if Africans could take your side and combat poverty without waiting for the other people to have pity on us!

[@thedailyenglishshow]

Very interesting interview - thank you.

[@TheToltec]

this is awesome

[@tumyn]

Thanks CSPAN!!!!

[@inder19852000]

Africa can be rescued from poverty and despotic rule by its own people.Intellectual people in Africa should come forward and try to influence the policies of their government.There should be more room for democracy and investments.Africa has the potential to become developed.

[@Intellisecular]

Dambisa is brilliant and controversial. But, her relationship with Prof Sachs has to be negative - he's a Statist. Encouraging the issuing of Government Bonds through her work at Goldman Sach is inherently inflationary. This doesn't matter for this aid debate. She'll be attacked by the left for being absolutely correct on the issue of foreign aid. Her message is very important. I love it!

[@temitayofe]

She's brilliant and right on the money. 'Long term economic growth in a meaningful and aggressive manner' AID is not going to do that.
Tayo

[@WezMwangi]

Well said Oldyed.

[@politicalthinker]

I am glad Damisa Moyo has caused everyone to be thinking again. Jeffrey Sachs is scared and so are the recipients who dont do anything with the money that they receive.