You might be interested in this TED talk by Nigerian born Dr. Seyi Oyesola, on improving emergency care provision in Nigeria:

http://www.ted.com/talks/dr_seyi_oyesola_tours_a_hospital_in_nigeria

He highlights African solutions to African problems, including right infrastructure and a focus on solutions (and a little local sacrifice?) as opposed to just problems.

What do you think?

Best wishes

Jo

HIFA profile: Jo Vallis is Research Officer at NHS Education for Scotland (http://www.nes.scot.nhs.uk/)