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Congo truce declared 'for Ban visit'
M23 rebels in eastern DR Congo declare a ceasefire for UN chief Ban Ki-moon's visit to the conflict-hit area, a spokesman for the group says. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 5:52:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Climate Change and Economic Development
[AERC]Although Africa contributes only about 3.8% of total greenhouse gas emissions, the continent is among the most vulnerable in the world. According to IPCC's climate change modelling results (IPCC, 2007), decreasing water resources as a result of climate change is heavily affecting water levels of major rivers and lakes in Africa. Climate change will result in increased frequency and severity of droughts, floods and other extreme weather events, negatively impacting sub-Saharan Africa, thus economies that [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 5:31:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Mogadishu culture shock for diaspora Somalis
Mogadishu culture shock for returning Somalis [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 5:24:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Raising the Bar on Extractive Resources Transparency and Accountability
[U.S. Embassy Monrovia]Over 3.5 billion people—or half of the world’s population—live in countries that are rich in extractive resources such as oil, gas, and minerals. Yet, too often, the benefits from this wealth do not go to support the development of the country and thus do not work to the advantage of the  average citizen. Extractive resources are inherently challenging for governments to manage effectively, transparently, and inclusively. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 5:21:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Mozambique mines 'hurt locals'
International mining companies operating in Mozambique are failing in their obligation to people displaced by coal mining, says Human Rights Watch. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 4:44:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Bombers hit Niger barracks and mine
Suicide bombers target a military camp and a French-run uranium mine in north-western Niger leaving at least 20 people dead, officials say. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 3:42:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Six threatens to quit over expenses
Togo coach Didier Six threatens to resign unless paid $128,000 in 'outstanding expenses' [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 3:28:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Igbo burials: How Nigeria will bid farewell to Achebe
How Nigeria is bidding farewell to author Chinua Achebe [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:44:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
VIDEO: S Africa celebrates Sekoto legacy
South Africa is celebrating 100 years since Gerard Sekoto's birth with the exhibition "Song for Sekoto" in Johannesburg. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:36:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Nigeria 'must prioritise World Cup'
Nigeria technical director Shaibu Amodu says reaching the World Cup is more important than winning the Confederations Cup. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:35:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Ban Ki-Moon, World Bank Group President to Visit Africa
[ERTA]World Bank Group President Dr. Jim Yong Kim and United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon will make an historic joint visit to Africa's Great Lakes region from May 22nd - 24th. This is in support of a recent landmark peace agreement and to push for economic development in one of the world's most troubled regions. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:29:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Time for Africa to Be Food Secure
[ERTA]As the continent celebrates the 50th anniversary of the continental organisation, Mrs Rhoda Tumusiime, African Union Commissioner for Rural Economy and Agriculture has spelled out the AU's Vision for agricultural development for the next 50 years. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:29:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: African Youth, Children Forum Opens 21 May At AU
[ERTA]The three day meeting of the African Youth and Children Forum opened on Tuesday at the AU Conference Center. The meeting is part of the 50th Anniversary Summit and held under the theme: "African Renaissance: the Africa we want to see 2063." The main aim of the Forum is to provide a platform for dialogue between selected African Heads of States and young people on major policy initiatives. Among those participating will be the Heads [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:26:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Dlamini-Zuma - Pan-Africanism Is More Important Than Ever
[ERTA]The three issues - pan-Africanism, sustainable development and the empowerment of women - loom the largest in Nokosazana Dlamini-Zuma plans for the African Union. This is according to The Africa Report. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:25:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Integration Is the Only Way for Africa, Samia Nkrumah
[ERTA]By rejecting continental unity Africa is depriving itself of wealth and autonomy, says Nkrumah's daughter. She says this in an interview with the Africa Report. "Pan-Africanism is crucial for our development on the continent and for the restoration of the dignity of Africa." [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:24:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Three African Countries Banned From AU Summit
[ERTA]Central African Republic, Guinea Bissau and Madagascar have been banned from attending the 21st summit of the African Union (AU), to be held from 25 to 27 May in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:23:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: Africa Must Guarantee Her Own Security
[New Vision]As Uganda hosts the Eastern Africa Standby Force 2013, Africa must guarantee her own security, writes Gen Aronda Nyakairima [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:18:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Africa: 23rd Ordinary Session of AU Executive Council Kicks Off
[ERTA]Ethiopian Foreign Minister Dr. Tedros Adhanom said on Wednesday Africa should build up on its achievements as it strives to advance the continent's transformation agenda for the next decades. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 2:10:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
Thousands at author Achebe's funeral
Thousands of mourners attend the funeral of renowned Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, who died in March, in his home town in Anambra state. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 1:59:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
SA police anti-crime site hacked
A hacker has attacked a South African police website, downloading the details of whistleblowers who reported crime, an official says. [...]
Thu, May 23, 2013 1:24:00 PM, Continue reading at the source
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