There are many stereotypes about Africa: that it's a place of conflict, of disease, war and famine. Or that it's a single place rather than a continent of 54 distinct countries. We'll engage with thinkers and doers who are constructing new realities for their respective countries and for the African continent a whole. Drawing on three TED talks: Can We Build A Better Understanding Of Africa? Patrick Awuah: How Can Education Improve African Leadership? Andrew Mwenda: Is Foreign Aid Harming Africa?