We all know that the Chinese are the neo-colonialists of Africa. They've plundered the continent of its natural resources, tossing aside any concern for human rights and doing deals with some of the world's most unsavoury regimes. The relentless pursuit of growth is China's only spur.But is this picture really fair In Angola, for example, China's low-interest loans have been tied to a scheme that has ensured that roads, schools and other infrastructure has been built. China has an impressive track record of lifting its own millions out of poverty and can do the same for Africa. And is the West's record in Africa as glowing as we like to think After decades of pouring aid into Africa, how much have we actually achieved in terms of reducing poverty, corruption and war So which way should Africa look for salvation - to the West, to China, or perhaps to its own peopleDefending the motion in our debate from 28th November 2011 were Ghanaian economist and author George Ayittey and Portuguese MEP Ana Maria Gomes.Opposing the motion were Professor of International Development at the American University in Washington DC Deborah Brautigam, and Professor of International Relations at the School of Oriental and Asian Studies, London University Stephen Chan.The debate was chaired by Channel 4 News’ International Editor Lindsey Hilsum.