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Bob Geldof Critiques African Leaders, Urges Tony Blair on Aid Commission

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Bob Geldof Critiques African Leaders, Urges Tony Blair on Aid Commission

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  • Bob Geldof, a key figure in the Live Aid movement, expressed concerns about the leadership of African leaders, describing them as “very weak.”
  • Documents reveal that Geldof urged Tony Blair not to appoint an African co-chair for the UK-led initiative to reform international aid.
  • Geldof was instrumental in advocating for a “Brandt II” report, aimed at forming a comprehensive aid strategy for Africa.
  • Despite his critical stance, the commitment at the G8 summit to increase aid and alleviate debt was later celebrated by Geldof as a success.
  • Some officials expressed concerns over Geldof's influence and insisted on maintaining governmental oversight despite his prominent role in the initiative.

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