canoe.ca: In a move that might make Irish rocker Bono a fan, Canada has wiped out the debt it was owed by three poor African nations. Finance Minister Ralph Goodale yesterday announced the $9-million debt relief to Senegal, Ghana and Ethiopia, adding the cancellation will help the countries spend more on health care and education.
Bono has been leading a campaign urging rich countries to help the Third World. During a spring visit to Ottawa, the U2 frontman praised Prime Minister Paul Martin for his commitment to help Africa through debt reduction and access to cheaper drugs.
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Bono has been leading a campaign urging rich countries to help the Third World. During a spring visit to Ottawa, the U2 frontman praised Prime Minister Paul Martin for his commitment to help Africa through debt reduction and access to cheaper drugs.
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