Monday, 27 June 2011

Egyptian voters say 'yes' to speedy elections

Constitutional amendments approved by wide margin in historic referendum.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032003367.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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U.S. and European officials say initial assault on Gaddafi's forces 'very effective'; Libyan leader pledges 'long, drawn-out war'

After 24 hours of strikes on air defenses and ground forces, Gaddafi calls foreign forces "Nazis," promises drawn-out war

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/19/AR2011031903274.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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South Africa

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Niger

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Sunday, 26 June 2011

Swaziland

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Obama keeps his eye on independent voters

President Obama's Friday news conference did little to advance U.S. policy on Libya or clarify the White House's position on resolving the budget impasse in Congress. The president nonetheless conveyed one unmistakable impression: He is now focused intently on winning back independent voters.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/12/AR2011031203508.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Broadening the market for Ugandan Coffee

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Nigeria: Jonathan Decides on New Finance Minister

Barring any last-minute change of arrangements, Madam Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is set to become President Goodluck Jonathan's Minister of Finance in the yet to be constituted Executive Council of the Federation, EXCOF.

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The Lede: Following Obama's Middle East Speech on Twitter

Readers of The Lede can watch live video of President Obama's speech on the Middle East, which is scheduled to begin at 11:40 a.m. ET.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=8f24076871e2ccc3d96267d95808f6e8

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Arab League condemns broad bombing campaign in Libya

Group says endorsement of no-fly zone was intended to prevent civilian casualties

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032001965.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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World Briefing | AFRICA: Ivory Coast: Hague Inquiry Is Sought

An international prosecutor said he had sought approval to investigate reports of war crimes and crimes against humanity in the conflict after last November?s presidential elections in Ivory Coast.

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Watching the Murder of an Innocent Man

The open space between two squatter camps where Farai Kujirichita was beaten to death by vigilantes.In a shantytown near Johannesburg, an angry mob committed a horrifying crime that was caught on video.

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Saturday, 25 June 2011

U.S. jet crashes in Libya, pilots survive, as Gaddafi's forces dig in

Setbacks for rebels reveal the degree to which the disorganized and ill-equipped force is depending on allied airstrikes to end Gaddafi's rule.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/22/AR2011032201189.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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E.U. no longer recognizes Gaddafi as Libya's leader but resists bolder steps

BRUSSELS - European governments declared Friday that Moammar Gaddafi can no longer be considered the leader of Libya and must step down immediately, but they stopped short of formally recognizing the Libyan rebel movement or endorsing military action to support its armed struggle.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/11/AR2011031101009.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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E.U. no longer recognizes Gaddafi as Libya's leader but resists bolder steps

BRUSSELS - European governments declared Friday that Moammar Gaddafi can no longer be considered the leader of Libya and must step down immediately, but they stopped short of formally recognizing the Libyan rebel movement or endorsing military action to support its armed struggle.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/11/AR2011031101009.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Seychelles

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Comoros

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Life Sentences in Rwanda Genocide Case

A U.N. court sentenced Rwanda?s former minister for family and women?s affairs and her son to life prison terms for their roles in the 1994 genocide.

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Obama visits Brazil with Libya on his mind

With a crisis in Libya competing for his time, President Obama stuck to the agenda of his state tour of Brazil, arriving Sunday morning in a once-notorious slum that Brazilian officials now hold up as a symbol of a rejuvenated country.

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Gadhafi's government controls the skies by day; sundown brings rebels out in oil-rich east

TOBRUK, Libya - Moammar Gadhafi's warplanes, artillery and mortar shells can control huge swaths of territory by day, including oil ports, rebel supply routes and even hostile towns. Rebels say anti-government forces can still return in darkness to take advantage of Gadhafi's own thin supply lines a

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/14/AR2011031403415.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Friday, 24 June 2011

Two fighters, shoulder to shoulder, show the diversity of the Libyan rebel forces

One is a scruffy rabble-rouser, the other is a clean-shaven Islamist, but they are united in their fight against Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/13/AR2011031303982.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Elizabeth Ohene: Fake prophets

How does a church congregation spot a charlatan?

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13816050

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Ivory Coast

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VIDEO: Senegal riots force Wade U-turn

At least 100 people are reported to have been injured in violent clashes in the Senegalese capital, Dakar, over proposed changes to the country's constitution.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13899277

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World Briefing | AFRICA: Congo: Five Officers Convicted in Killing

A military court in Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday sentenced four police officers to death and jailed a fifth for life for killing a prominent human rights campaigner last year.

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Tanzania

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Partying Amid Poverty Stirs South Africa Debate

The exploits of a convicted swindler turned businessman have set off an animated conversation about the privileges of the black elite.

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VIDEO: Crackdown on 'Nigeria's Taliban'

The Nigerian government has pledged to crack down on radical Islamist group Boko Haram, saying they will be history within a few months.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13852805

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Thursday, 23 June 2011

The Saturday Profile: Under Siege in War-Torn Somalia, a Doctor Holds Her Ground

Dr. Hawa Abdi helps nearly 100,000 people at her medical facility, persevering despite an attack by militants in May.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=fbb64cea566718c6293819518392bcbc

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Fake prophets

How does a church congregation spot a charlatan?

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St Helena, Ascension, Tristan da Cunha

Key facts for St Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha

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Clinton, top US visitor since uprising, pressing Egypt's temporary leaders to stick to reform

CAIRO - U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was pressing Egypt's transitional leaders Tuesday to follow through on pledges for democratic reform after the ouster of the country's longtime autocratic president in a popular revolt.

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Obama's shift toward military action in Libya

After two weeks of playing down the prospect of military intervention in Libya, the Obama administration is on the brink of inserting itself into a third war in a Muslim nation.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031805544.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Ivory Coast

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Wednesday, 22 June 2011

Intelligence director's testimony about Gaddafi causes controversy

Testimony from the nation's intelligence director that Libyan dictator Moammar Gaddafi will "prevail" in that country's conflict prompted an attempt by the White House on Thursday to play down that assessment and a call by at least one key senator for the resignation of the nation's top spy.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/10/AR2011031006237.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Gadhafi tells rebels 'surrender or flee' as his forces gain in east and west Libya

TOBRUK, Libya - Moammar Gadhafi's forces struck the rebellion's heartland with airstrikes, missiles and artillery on Tuesday, trying for the first time to take back a city that serves as a crucial gateway for the band of fighters who threatened his four-decade hold on power. Rebels rushed to the fro

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031501534.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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South Africa Exults Abroad but Frets at Home

South Africa has joined an elite group of emerging powers, but at home, it faces an erosion of confidence in the government.

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Libya's Gadhafi, increasingly isolated internationally, finds supporters in Latin America

CARACAS, Venezuela - As Moammar Gadhafi finds himself increasingly isolated internationally, he still has at least a few friends far away.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031500154.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Namibia

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Lesotho

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Rebel-held Misurata under siege as rebels, Gaddafi forces battle in eastern and western Libya

Heavy fighting was reported in the Libyan cities of Zawiyah and Bin Jawwad, and there were reports that rebels had reentered Bin Jawwad after being held back for days by Gaddafi loyalists.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030901771.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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U.S., allies' jets poised to fly over Libya as other nations mull strategy

Fighter aircraft from France, Britain and the United Arab Emirates converged on bases in and around Italy late Friday to begin operations over Libya under the command and control of the United States at its naval base in Naples, according to U.S. and European officials.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031805090.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Tuesday, 21 June 2011

Intelligence director's testimony about Gaddafi causes controversy

Testimony from the nation's intelligence director that Libyan dictator Moammar Gaddafi will "prevail" in that country's conflict prompted an attempt by the White House on Thursday to play down that assessment and a call by at least one key senator for the resignation of the nation's top spy.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/10/AR2011031006237.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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During Chile visit, Obama defends Libya military action

During a visit to Chile, President Obama on Monday defended his decision to deploy the U.S. military in Libya.

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Republic of Congo

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During Chile visit, Obama defends Libya military action

During a visit to Chile, President Obama on Monday defended his decision to deploy the U.S. military in Libya.

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Central African Rep

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Questions raised about U.S. role and goals in Libya

Administration officials and military leaders came under a barrage of questions - raised by members of Congress, outside experts and reporters - about the parameters of U.S. participation and the operation's goals, especially if Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi does not capitulate.

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Monday, 20 June 2011

Egyptians swarm polls in first vote since revolution

Unprecedented numbers flocked to participate in the nation's first vote since the revolution.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/19/AR2011031902104.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Zanzibar

An overview of Zanzibar, including key facts, political leaders and notes on the media

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Malawi

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In Libya, More Novice Soldiers in Defense of Qaddafi

With professional soldiers called away to rebel hot spots, amateurs are an increasingly important part of Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi?s defense of the capital.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=b131b6364bcff1da39774f7d1873f56c

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Ibok Oduro- Scientist

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Riches Flow Into Nigeria, but Are Lost After Arrival

Oil money has brought more questions than calm to the Niger Delta.

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On a Libyan field, allied airstrikes bring destruction and hope

Before attacks, civilians and rebels were frustrated by international community's lack of action.

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The Saturday Profile: Under Siege in War-Torn Somalia, a Doctor Holds Her Ground

Dr. Hawa Abdi helps nearly 100,000 people at her medical facility, persevering despite an attack by militants in May.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=fbb64cea566718c6293819518392bcbc

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Sunday, 19 June 2011

Battle for Libya | June 13, 2011

Libyan rebel fighters clash with pro-Qaddafi forces near Misurata and Dafniya.

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Fabio Bicycles

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France pleads for military intervention as Gaddafi forces attack Libyan rebels

Top official says there is still time for military intervention to turn the tide against Gaddafi.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/16/AR2011031602350.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Businessman escapes Libya posing as Gaddafi loyalist

IN RAS JDIR, TUNISIA On the dusty road out of Libya, the flood of humanity has narrowed to a trickle, mostly carloads of Libyans doing cross-border trade or foreign laborers on foot, lugging cheap suitcases and overstuffed plastic bags toward a teeming tent camp.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/11/AR2011031104102.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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'Mogadishu music'

The daily fight for life amid Somalia's gun battles

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As Gadhafi struggles at home, AU moves forward on his pet project: the United States of Africa

JOHANNESBURG - As Libya's leader struggles to keep his grip on power, one of his pet projects appears to be moving ahead at the African Union, which took initial steps Tuesday toward creating his grand plan: the United States of Africa.

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Saturday, 18 June 2011

US Marshals: Woman accused in fatal Texas day care fire returns to US after capture in Nigeria

HOUSTON - Authorities say a woman accused of fleeing the country after a fire at her Texas day care facility killed four children has returned to the U.S. following her capture in Nigeria.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/21/AR2011032101840.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Tunisia: Ben Ali to Face Charges Over Civilian Deaths

Ousted Tunisian leader Zine el Abidine Ben Ali is to face dozens of charges over civilian deaths dating back to the start of the north African country's revolution in December 2010.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201106180029.html

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Libya 'uses mosques as shields'

Nato accuses Libyan leader Col Gaddafi of using mosques and children's parks as shields after Tripoli said Nato was targeting civilian buildings.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13823947

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MakerCulture-A Series

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Somalia, Wobbly on Ground, Seeks Control of Its Airspace

The country hopes to collect millions of dollars in flyover fees if it regains authority over traffic in its airspace, which the United Nations has controlled since 1996.

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Rebel-held Misurata under siege as rebels, Gaddafi forces battle in eastern and western Libya

Heavy fighting was reported in the Libyan cities of Zawiyah and Bin Jawwad, and there were reports that rebels had reentered Bin Jawwad after being held back for days by Gaddafi loyalists.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030901771.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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The Google Global Cache hits Kenya

In January I wrote about the way the Google Global Cache is affecting Uganda – how local web caching is completely changing the internet user experience for that country. We’ve known for a couple weeks that this was underway in Kenya too. Well, here are some numbers on that. Here’s the aggregate month: We’re seeing [...]

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Friday, 17 June 2011

Somaliland

An overview of Somaliland, including key facts, political leaders and notes on the media

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Sudan

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Qaddafi Settles for a Draw, at Least in a Game of Chess

The beleaguered Libyan leader Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi poured out his thoughts to the head of the international chess federation during a game in Tripoli.

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Missile strikes building in Libyan compound where Gaddafi lives

A missile struck a building on Sunday night in the compound in Tripoli where Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi lives, fueling the rage that has erupted among his supporters since U.N.-mandated airstrikes began on Saturday.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032004581.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Libya

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Obama administration seeks more U.N. authority to intervene in Libya

The Obama administration pressed Thursday for greater United Nations authority to confront Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's forces by land, air and sea, while insisting that Arab governments play a central role in any possible military action.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/16/AR2011031604860.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Thursday, 16 June 2011

Gadhafi tells rebels 'surrender or flee' as his forces gain in east and west Libya

TOBRUK, Libya - Moammar Gadhafi's forces struck the rebellion's heartland with airstrikes, missiles and artillery on Tuesday, trying for the first time to take back a city that serves as a crucial gateway for the band of fighters who threatened his four-decade hold on power. Rebels rushed to the fro

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031501534.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Africa Felix Juice

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World Briefing | Africa: Somalia: Prime Minister Refuses to Quit

The future of Somalia?s transitional government became even more uncertain on Tuesday after the prime minister, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, announced that he was refusing to resign.

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Nairobi Women?s Hospital

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Pivot 25, Nairobi

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Mandela ex-aide cleared over gems

The ex-head of a Nelson Mandela charity, Jeremy Ractliffe, is found not guilty of illegally keeping uncut diamonds given to him by model Naomi Campbell.

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Wednesday, 15 June 2011

African Farmers Displaced as Investors Move In

Across Africa and the developing world, a new global land rush is gobbling up large expanses of arable land.

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Latest developments in Arab political unrest stretching from North Africa to Persian Gulf

Latest developments in the unrest sweeping the Arab world from North Africa to the Persian Gulf:

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US Marshals: Woman accused in fatal Texas day care fire returns to US after capture in Nigeria

HOUSTON - Authorities say a woman accused of fleeing the country after a fire at her Texas day care facility killed four children has returned to the U.S. following her capture in Nigeria.

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Obama's story resonates in racially diverse Brazil

President Obama's story - the humble beginnings and the rise to prominence and power - is familiar to Brazilians. And so is his race, which has struck a chord in a country with the world's second-largest black population, after Nigeria.

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Nigeria: UK Partner Divests From Longman

One of the leading printing and publishing firms in Nigeria, Longman Nigeria Plc has lost its foreign technical partner and majority shareholder, Pearson Plc of United Kingdom (UK).

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Eritrea Detains Four Antipiracy Contractors

Eritrea accused the four men of espionage, sabotage, terrorism and ?acts of invasion.?

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Broadening the Base of the Startup Pyramid

While in London at the RGS event I spoke about a different way that I’ve been trying to explain the startup and successful ecosystem needed in places like Africa. Specifically, in the major technology hubs for the continent, these are cities; Nairobi, Jo’burg, Accra, Lagos and Cairo. There seems to be enough funding available for [...]

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Tuesday, 14 June 2011

Kenya: Rudisha Plots Return in Nancy

After three months out with an ankle injury, World 800m record holder David Rudisha is looking to return to the track and run a world-leading time in Lausanne on June 30 when he debuts at the Samsung Diamond League race.

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South Africa

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Thousands Flee in Sudan as North-South Clashes Grow, U.N. Says

The northern Sudanese military is on a ?house-to-house? hunt for opposition forces in the embattled city of Kadugli, near Sudan?s disputed internal border.

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Obama administration seeks more U.N. authority to intervene in Libya

The Obama administration pressed Thursday for greater United Nations authority to confront Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's forces by land, air and sea, while insisting that Arab governments play a central role in any possible military action.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/16/AR2011031604860.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Zimbabwe

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The Google Global Cache hits Kenya

In January I wrote about the way the Google Global Cache is affecting Uganda – how local web caching is completely changing the internet user experience for that country. We’ve known for a couple weeks that this was underway in Kenya too. Well, here are some numbers on that. Here’s the aggregate month: We’re seeing [...]

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South Africa Exults Abroad but Frets at Home

South Africa has joined an elite group of emerging powers, but at home, it faces an erosion of confidence in the government.

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Imbe-Queen of Fruits

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Monday, 13 June 2011

Mazembe appeal to Fifa over ban

Mazembe say they will take their appeal against their exclusion from the Champions League to Fifa instead of Cas.

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Central African Rep

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China, after abstaining in U.N. vote, criticizes airstrikes on Gaddafi forces

China on Monday stepped up its criticism of the U.S.-led airstrikes against Libya, using the Communist Party's main media organs to say the military intervention undermines the United Nations charter.

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Ethiopia

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Pulse -An Academia Connector

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Eritrea

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Africa: African Leaders in Free Trade Area Talks

African leaders are locked in a meeting trying to find a way of realising Africa's biggest free trade bloc aimed at enhancing cooperation between 26 nations to boost economies.

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Sunday, 12 June 2011

More Clashes in Somalia; Minister Is Killed

Protests and violence racked Mogadishu on Friday leading to the deaths of five people, while a suicide bombing killed the interior minister at his home.

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Local Innovation and Entrepreneurs

I gave a keynote yesterday at the opening of the infoDev Global Forum in Helsinki, which has a specific focus on innovation. The m:lab funding comes from them, and they are exploring new ways to help entrepreneurs in the high-tech space, specifically mobiles, to make their businesses a reality. Innovation: Knowledge and Resources I’ve already [...]

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Gaddafi forces push deeper into rebel-held territory

The swift gains by Moammar Gaddafi's forces underscored their superior military capabilities against the ragtag rebel force.

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Clinton says U.S. supports, but will not lead, military operation against Libya

The secretary of state pledges that the United States will strongly support the international military action to halt Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's attacks on rebels.

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Elizabeth Ohene: Taking the temperature

How would attitudes change if it snowed in West Africa?

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Allies boost aid to Libya rebels

Countries involved in the Libya campaign pledge cash to a new aid fund for the rebels, stepping up pressure on Col Gaddafi's regime.

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$1 Billion Is Pledged to Support Libya Rebels

The nations intervening in Libya pledged support as officials predicted the collapse of Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi?s government.

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Saturday, 11 June 2011

Eritrea

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Battle for Libya | June 11, 2011

Reports suggested that fighting was intensifying in western Libya around Tripoli.

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Obama signals willingness to intervene militarily in Libya if crisis worsens

President Obama orders plans giving U.S. military "full capacity to act" in Libya if situation worsens but expresses several notes of caution.

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Zimbabwe

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Algeria

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Egyptians swarm polls in first vote since revolution

Unprecedented numbers flocked to participate in the nation's first vote since the revolution.

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Battle for Algiers

The 1960s film the US uses to to learn about urban warfare

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Zambia

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Friday, 10 June 2011

Seychelles

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Egypt's Interior Ministry building set on fire during police protest

The fire, during a protest by police officers, underscored an abiding concern by many Egyptians that the revolution has weakened law enforcement.

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France fires first shots against Libya after Gaddafi's forces enter Benghazi

Planes bombed a Libyan military vehicle and set up 600-square-mile sanctuary over Benghazi; 20 planes were patrolling the skies.

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Egypt's Interior Ministry building set on fire during police protest

The fire, during a protest by police officers, underscored an abiding concern by many Egyptians that the revolution has weakened law enforcement.

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Siasia rues Argentina friendly

Nigeria coach Samson Siasia admits the dropped 2012 Nations Cup qualifying points in Ethiopia stemmed from last week's friendly with Argentina.

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France fires first shots against Libya after Gaddafi's forces enter Benghazi

Planes bombed a Libyan military vehicle and set up 600-square-mile sanctuary over Benghazi; 20 planes were patrolling the skies.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031806115.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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