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Local Irrigation Solutions Boost Yields for African Farmers, August 2012
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A man digs in raised beds for crops planted close to the waters of Lake Tanganyika in Zambia. see more »
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First-Ever Gay Play in Uganda, August 2012
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A theatre play on homosexuality is being staged for the first time in Uganda - a country which has proposed an Anti-Homosexuality Bill. "In Ugandan … see more »
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South Africa: Malema Fans The Flames of the Mine Killings?, August 2012
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Striking Lonmin miners gathered to discuss the deaths of some 34 of their colleagues two days previously. They were addressed by strike leaders and … see more »
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Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi Dies, August 2012
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Ethiopian Prime Minister, Meles Zenawi, has died ending weeks of speculation about his whereabouts and state of health. He reportedly died from an … see more »
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Eid Celebrations at the Zoo and Museum in Niger, August 2012
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As Niger's President, Mahamadou Issoufou, celebrated the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan under high security at Niameys main mosque, many … see more »
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South African Mine Strike Turns Violent, August 2012
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A series of violent protests, at one of the world's largest platinum-producing mines, led to several deaths and injuries after a shoot-out involving … see more »
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Reinvent the Toilet Fair 2012, August 2012
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A prototype of a toilet designed by researchers from the University of Kwazulu-Natal in South Africa. The toilet system safely disposes of pollutants … see more »
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South Africans Shine in Olympics Water Sports, August 2012
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In the opening day of the London Olympics, South Africa's best performances were in the pool. Cameron van der Burgh kicked off by winning gold in the … see more »
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Caster Semenya's Moments of Olympics Glory, August 2012
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South Africa's middle-distance runner Caster Semenya went to London against the backdrop of controversy over her gender during previous competitions. see more »
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Athletes Making Kenya Proud In the Olympics, August 2012
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Although gold medals were slow to come at first, Kenyan athletes were, with the Ethiopians, Africa's long-distance stars at the London Olympics. … see more »
