March 22, 2009
Liberia: Obama Gives 'Temporary' U.S. Residents Reprieve
Liberians living in the United States under 'temporary protected status' will be allowed to stay for another year, according to an executive order signed by President Barack Obama… Read more »
March 20, 2009
Madagascar: African Union Suspends New Govt Over 'Coup'
The African Union (AU) has taken the first step towards imposing sanctions on the new army-installed government of Madagascar. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Unity Govt Spells Out Economic Recovery Plan
Zimbabwe’s new unity government has published an ambitious short-term economic recovery plan which portrays a vivid picture of the extent of the crisis it faces and estimates… Read more »
March 19, 2009
Madagascar: A Greek Tragedy That Will Hurt Investment
Deposed President Marc Ravalomanana brought the house of Madagascar down upon himself. But he has been replaced by a young untested leader who, although he has some public support,… Read more »
March 18, 2009
Sudan: Obama to Appoint Special Envoy
United States President Barack Obama is expected to announce the appointment of a special envoy to Sudan Wednesday, a move that will be welcomed by campaigners concerned that his… Read more »
Madagascar: Africa Condemns Military Handover of Power
As military leaders anointed opposition leader Andry Rajoelina as Madagascar’s new leader, African governments condemned the ousting of President Marc Ravalomanana as the… Read more »
March 17, 2009
Liberia: Reflections After The Colloquium
The first two days were focused on international issues; the third day, with support from the women of the world, was focused on Liberia's National Plan of Action. Today… Read more »
Liberia: Think Globally Act Locally: Liberian Women Honored After Global Human Rights Activists Portrayed In Speak Truth to Power
The first two days were focused on international issues; the third day, with support from the women of the world, was focused on Liberia's National Plan of Action. Today… Read more »
March 09, 2009
Liberia: Women's Mass Action For Peace and 'Pray the Devil Back to Hell' Screening at Samuel K Doe Stadium
Today, while Colloquium workshops continue, another historic event is part of the program. Tonight the film Pray the Devil Back to Hell - about the Liberian women's… Read more »
March 08, 2009
Liberia: International Women's Day in Country
Half a dozen concurrent thematic sessions – each with a half dozen panelists and a moderator before tea; another dozen break-out sessions – also with panelists,… Read more »
March 07, 2009
Liberia: 1st Day of the International Colloquium
Carol Jenkins, President of the Women's Media Center, is the MC for this International Colloquium on Women's Empowerment, Leadership Development, International Peace and Security… Read more »
Liberia: Country Recovering With Hope For the Future Despite Traumatic Past
Leaving lodging now to sounds of music coming from every direction and vendors in full swing everywhere: how wonderful to see Liberia returning to its past vitality after enduring… Read more »
Liberia: On My Way to the Colloquium With Women From Around The World
In the morning light, five hours after arriving, I see we are on a bustling street in downtown Monrovia: wonderful people from the Liberia Host Committee - Precious, Samuel,… Read more »
Liberia: Arrival in and Welcome to Liberia 1st Blog Journalism Lesson Learned
First lesson learned: better charge camera battery before departing on a 29 hour voyage! I wish I could show you pictures from the magnificently chaotic and gorgeous scene of much… Read more »
March 16, 2009
Africa: Obama Should Meet African Ministers Before G20 Summit
President Barack Obama's election held an implicit promise for Africa, the continent of his father's birth. Yet the global financial meltdown, two wars and numerous interstate… Read more »
March 15, 2009
Madagascar: Ravalomanana Willing to Call Referendum
Madagascar’s President Marc Ravalomanana, facing demands from the opposition that he step down from office, told crowds outside his presidential palace on Sunday that he was… Read more »
March 14, 2009
Africa: Finance Ministers Make Promises to Developing Countries
Finance ministers from the world's most powerful countries say they are committed to helping developing economies in the face of the global financial crisis. Read more »
March 13, 2009
Nigeria: Singapore Firm Clarifies Report on Power Partnership
The Singapore Cooperation Enterprise (SCE) has disputed the accuracy of a report saying that the Lagos State Government is "partnering with the Singapore Power Company to ensure… Read more »
March 12, 2009
Africa: Trade Talks Challenge Govts to Practical Action
The controversial negotiations over trade agreements between the European Union and regional blocs in Africa are challenging governments to rethink the best way of promoting… Read more »
March 11, 2009
Africa: Kikwete Calls for Joint Action on Economic Crisis
Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete has called on Africa to send a "clear message" to next month's crucial meeting of the G20, the world's major economic powers, to help mitigate… Read more »
Sudan: Obama Condemns Expulsion of Aid Agencies
In his most important intervention on Africa policy since his inauguration, President Barack Obama of the United States has condemned Sudan's expulsion of international aid… Read more »
March 09, 2009
Africa: Women's Colloquium in Liberia Focuses on Empowerment Across the Globe
Drumming and fanfare amid a display of Liberian art works and speeches by heads state and government characterized the opening of the International Colloquium for Women’s… Read more »
March 06, 2009
West Africa: Women Leaders Fight For Empowerment
Why should women leaders tolerate being addressed as "His Excellency" or "Sir"? Read more »
March 05, 2009
Sudan: Ghanaian Judge Led Arrest Warrant Panel
The top judge on the panel which issued the controversial warrant for the arrest of Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir is a fellow African who has been a pioneer in advancing… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Obama Extends U.S. Sanctions
President Barack Obama is extending sanctions against a range of Zimbabwean leaders whom the United States accuses of undermining democracy in the country. Read more »