Germany and Guinea-Bissau

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Stories by Gavin Esler in Germany and John James in Guinea-Bissau, presented by Owen Bennett Jones. Gavin Esler sees comparisons between Martin Luther in the 16th Century, and the modern leaders of Germany today. He pays a visit to Angela Merkel. The West African state of Guinea-Bissau has suffered from years of political turmoil. But aside from this, John James sees an unexpected charm in the capital's streets and surroundings.