March 08, 2012
Africa: Healthcare in Africa - Spectacular but Precarious Progress
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'Spectacular progress', 'huge opportunities' and 'jeopardy and vulnerability' - with these stark headlines the former Global Fund chief, Sir Richard Feachem, framed Africa's past,… Read more »
South Africa: Thousands of Workers Protest in Cape Town
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Trade unions and workers today marched through the streets of Cape Town, as part of a national campaign by the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu), demanding the… Read more »
South Sudan: Striving for Equity in Health for Women [guest column]
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Today, March 8, marks International Women's Day, a day in which to both note the tremendous strides women have made globally over the past 100 years, as well as acknowledge the… Read more »
March 06, 2012
Nigeria: Call to Appoint Finance Minister to Head World Bank [guest column]
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President Barack Obama should nominate Nigerian finance minister Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as next president of the World Bank, writes Harold E. Doley, Jr., a former United States… Read more »
February 29, 2012
Liberia: The Plantation Blues
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Fiercely contested during different stages of Liberia's civil war, the western region of Grand Cape Mount County now plays host to a very different kind of confrontation. Read more »
Nigeria: A Marshall Plan to Develop the North? [guest column]
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Will President Goodluck Jonathan be successful in managing Nigeria's myriad challenges and achieve his goal of transforming the country into a modern and prosperous nation? Read more »
Lesotho: Prime Minister Resigns from Ruling Party
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The run-up to the general election in Lesotho has taken a dramatic turn, with Prime Minister Pakalitha Mosisili leading a walkout from the Lesotho Congress for Democracy. Read more »
February 27, 2012
Senegal: Wade Faces Strong Challenge As Votes Counted
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Early signs from the counting of votes in Senegal's presidential election are that incumbent Abdoulaye Wade faces a strong challenge from former premier Macky Sall. Read more »
February 23, 2012
Africa: Farmers Shape Global Future Say World Leaders
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Expanding the yield of smallscale agriculture is vital – not only to feed those in need, but to ensure global stability and preserve the environment. Read more »
February 20, 2012
Senegal: New Protest Planned As Election Looms
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Senegal faces a tense build-up to the presidential election next Sunday, with opposition candidates planning new protests in the wake of a week of clashes on the streets of the… Read more »
February 17, 2012
Africa: Women Filmmakers Tell Their Stories [interview]
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Documentary filmmaking holds a special place in the history of African women's cinema. In 1972, Senegalese filmmaker Safi Faye became the first sub-Saharan African woman to make a… Read more »
February 16, 2012
Congo-Kinshasa: Security Forces Fire Teargas at Peaceful Demonstrators
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Security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday fired teargas to break up a "March of Christians" organized by the local Roman Catholic Church to protest alleged… Read more »
February 14, 2012
Africa: Cup of Nations Sets Top Scorers Record
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A list of seven players finishing at the top of the scoring charts at the African Nations Cup finals is a first in the history of the tournament. Read more »
Africa: Seven Stadiums Could Host 2013 Cup of Nations
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A record number of seven venues could be used by South Africa for the hosting of next year's African Nations Cup finals, as the country seeks to utilise all the stadiums that were… Read more »
February 13, 2012
Lesotho: Snap Election for Politicians in Disarray? [guest column]
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Lesotho is due for a general election to choose a new national government between February and May of this year. Despite a legal framework that stipulates a general election every… Read more »
Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire: The Indomitable Spirit of Chipolopolo's Football
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The indomitable spirit of Zambian football and a deep camaraderie were key factors behind their success at the African Nations Cup, coach Herve Renard said after the remarkable… Read more »
Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire: Chipolopolo Win Thrilling Football Final in Dramatic Penalty Shoot-Out
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Zambia outlasted Cote d'Ivoire 8-7 in a dramatic penalty shoot-out at the end of a thrilling final of the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations to claim their first-ever continental title on… Read more »
Africa: More Cup of Nations Finals to Be Co-Hosted?
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The Confederation of African Football say that co-hosting might be the only way for more countries to host future African Nations Cup finals. Read more »
February 12, 2012
Senegal: Voters Head Back to Polls On March 25
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The second-round vote in Senegal's elections has been set for March 25 after the official declaration of results showed that no candidate received more than 50 percent of votes… Read more »
February 11, 2012
Mali/Ghana: Les Aigles Beat Dispirited Black Stars to Win Bronze
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Cheick Tidiane Diabate's double ensured bronze for Mali at the African Nations Cup finals and added to Ghana's anguish at the tournament, where the final score in the third and… Read more »
Zambia/Cote d'Ivoire: Two Outstanding Teams to Clash in Cup of Nations Final
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As Cote d'Ivoire prepare to meet Zambia at the Stade d'Angondjé in Libreville on Sunday, it is fair to say that the two most deserving sides have reached the final of the… Read more »
February 10, 2012
South Africa: Empowerment Through Fashion
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Glamour prevailed at the 2012 State of the Nation Address as distinguished members of Parliament opted to showcase local designers. Read more »
Ghana/Mali: Semi-Final Losers Make Final Effort to Win Afcon Bronze
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Ghana take on Mali in the battle for the bronze medal at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday. Read more »
South Africa: Honour Your Promises President - MPs
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Most of the members of parliament had the same message for President Jacob Zuma after his state-of-the-nation address - honour and act on your promises. Read more »
February 09, 2012
Mali/Cote d'Ivoire: Elephants Look to Defence in Solid Afcon Campaign
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Solid defence has proven the key to the progress of Cote d'Ivoire to the African Nations Cup final - more than the star-studded attack they possess. Read more »