Zambia Debt Livingston, Zambia (named after the famous explorer) is trying to reinvent itself. Located near the famous Victoria Falls, it wants to become a Mecca for environmental tourists. But the attempt is running into trouble; the same kind of trouble faced by everyone in Zambia. Malaria and AIDS are the main health problems, years of excessive government spending has created a huge debt, and the health issues and debt have combined to create serious poverty. NPR's Brenda Wilson reports.

Zambia Debt

January 5, 200112:00 AM ET

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Livingston, Zambia (named after the famous explorer) is trying to reinvent itself. Located near the famous Victoria Falls, it wants to become a Mecca for environmental tourists. But the attempt is running into trouble; the same kind of trouble faced by everyone in Zambia. Malaria and AIDS are the main health problems, years of excessive government spending has created a huge debt, and the health issues and debt have combined to create serious poverty. NPR's Brenda Wilson reports.