Out of Africa

Relations between Africa and Europe are a subject that is frequently discussed by MEPs. Whether it's the problem of illegal migration, relations with states who border the Mediterranean or human rights, Africa is never far from the EP's agenda. Here we republish four stories that looked at various aspects of Europe's relations with Africa. Included are interviews with two remarkable women – Gertrude Mogella of the Pan-African Parliament and human rights lawyer Hauwa Ibrahim

Also included is a story which looks at the threat that logging and over-fishing poses to the livelihoods of millions of people in East Africa.