Obama Promises Africa 'Partnership of Equals'

President Barack Obama has promised Africa a new model of partnership which moves beyond the provision of aid and is focused on increased trade and investment, including a multi-billion dollar investment to double electricity generation across sub-Saharan Africa.

President Obama answers questions at a Young African Leaders Initiative town hall meeting in Soweto.

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