Nigeria contributes to about 10% of Shell's global production and is home to some of its most promising reserves, yet the country is steeped in poverty and conflict.
According to Shell, it has been difficult to operate with integrity in areas of conflict like Nigeria.
In some Cameroonian public hospitals, patients say they have to put some money in the doctor's consultation book before they are attended to.
And in some schools, a student cannot pass examinations without bribing the teachers.
In Zambia, former President Fredrick Chiluba is facing corruption charges for offences he allegedly committed during his term in office.
But Kenya seems to be turning the tide, with President Mwai Kibaki making the fight a central part of his time in office.
How far does the culture of corruption go in Africa? Is it only perpetuated by big business, government officials or does it start with you?
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