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The Great African Scandal tour
January 28 2008
Broadcaster and theologian Robert Beckford is holding a five-city UK tour to publicise the issue of unfair economic policies crippling African development, starting in London on 8 February.

Last year, with Christian Aid's support, Dr Beckford travelled to Ghana to find out why, after 50 years of independence, a country so rich in natural resources remains trapped in poverty.

His resulting documentary, The Great African Scandal, was shown last September on Channel 4.

It exposed the scandal behind some of the rice, chocolate and gold sold on our high streets, and discovered how unfair economic policies are crippling farmers and locking their families into a life of deprivation.

During February and March Dr Beckford will be touring five UK cities in a series of events to publicise these issues.

Each event will include clips from the film, a panel discussion with questions from the audience and special guest appearances.

The events are free and open to all. Refreshments will be provided.

To reserve your place at any of the below venues call +44 (0) 20 7523 2048 or email PWebster@christian-aid.org

Tour dates/venues:

London - Friday, 8 February

7pm: South Bank University Events Theatre, Keyworth Centre, Keyworth Street, London SE1 6NG - map

Birmingham - Wednesday, 20 February

7pm, The Drum, 144 Potters Lane, Aston, Birmingham B6 4UU - map

Bristol - Wednesday, 27 February

7pm: The British Empire & Commonwealth Museum, Clock Tower Yard, Temple Meads, Bristol, BS1 6QH - map

Manchester - Wednesday, 5 March

7pm: The Drum, Zion Arts Centre, 335 Stretford Road, Manchester, M15 5ZA - map

Liverpool - Wednesday, 12 March

7pm: The Foundation for Art and Creative Technology (FACT) 88 Wood Street, Liverpool, L1 4DQ - map

The Great African Scandal tour - Christian Aid