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Sunday, July 31, 2011
Malawi: Challenging Power & Corruption
"The protests and riots of July 20 are fundamentally about governance and development, the enduring desire among Malawians for the establishment of a sustainable democratic developmental state. It underscores the fact that economic growth without development is not enough. ... President Mutharika embodies the contradictions of Malawi's political system and the crassness of Malawi's political class." - Paul Tiyambe Zeleza
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Kenya: Teachers Renew Calls for Education Minister to Resign
Teachers have renewed calls for Education minister Sam Ongeri to resign over the Sh4.2 billion missing Free Primary Education cash. Speaking in Mombasa, the teachers said they are disgusted by Ongeri's move to parade and shame junior officers on Tuesday, in a public forum, in order to defend himself.
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Ghana: The Cost of Living is Rather Too High
Nana Konadu Agyeman Rawlings stirred the hornet's nest on Tuesday, when she told a group of women from 25 African countries participating in an international programme in Accra that economic conditions in Ghana make it one of the most expensive nations in Africa to live in.
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011
On Libya, Obama willing to let allies take the lead
President Obama is content to let other nations publicly lead the search for solutions to the Libyan conflict, his advisers say, a stance that reflects the more humble tone he has sought to bring to U.S. foreign policy but one that also opens him to criticism that he is a weak leader.
Gates says U.S. military could enforce a no-fly zone in Libya if Obama ordered one
The comments appeared designed to counter the criticism surrounding his earlier remarks.
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Tuesday, July 26, 2011
In Tunisia, first steps toward democracy
Three months after launching the first in a series of revolts across the Arab world, Tunisians must figure out how to rule themselves.
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In Libya, underground jail a daunting reminder of Moammar Gaddafi's grip
Libyans travel to homes in Benghazi where the leader stayed during to the port city before rebels took the town.
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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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'Idiot box'
Is Egypt's state TV still stuck in the past?
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-middle-east-14222908
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Monday, July 25, 2011
Doctors Go Far Afield to Battle Epidemics
A rise in programs sending doctors to some of the world?s poorest countries has met with an outpouring of enthusiasm from many recent graduates.
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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.
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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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Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency
CAIRO - Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency.
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Sunday, July 24, 2011
Uganda
Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Uganda.
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Poll: Conditional support for Libya no-fly zone
Most Americans say they support U.S. participation in a no-fly zone over Libya as a way to neutralize Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's air force, according to a new Washington Post-ABC News poll.
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Zimbabwe: Black Turn On Black Over Land
THE late vice-president Joshua Nkomo preached and shared with many other veterans of the 1970s liberation war his vision for the equitable distribution of land and other economic resources among Zimbabweans irrespective of race, tribe and political affiliation.
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A Pivot 25 Retrospective
Pivot 25 was a blast! Over 100 teams from Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda applied to pitch their startup over a 2-day period. We named it “pivot” because we wanted to play off of the word, often used in the startup scene to denote a need for a startup to nimbly move in a different [...]
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
Libya: Coalition airstrikes continue on Gaddafi forces, U.S. F-15 fighter jet crashes as criticism over no-fly zone mounts
American and coalition forces continued air strikes and missile sorties against forces loyal to Col. Moammar Gaddafi as U.S. struggles to hold together crucial coalition partners.
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Children forever
Are Nigerians so spoilt by their parents they cannot keep jobs?
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14201223
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Friday, July 22, 2011
Critics say Egypt getting crash course in constitutional confusion
CAIRO - If it's true that Egypt pulled off a so-called Facebook revolution, then the nation is about to confront a status change in its relationship with democracy: "It's complicated." Very.
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Guinea
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Egypt's captain to join Zamalek
Egypt's captain Ahmed Hassan to join Al Ahly's arch-rivals Zamalek, after expiry of his contract with the champions.
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More pirates facing prosecution as attacks increase in violence; pirates jailed in 17 nations
NAIROBI, Kenya - Five Somali pirates are jailed for life by a U.S. court. Sixty-one suspected pirates captured at sea face trial in India. Somali prisons are running out of room.
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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Thursday, July 21, 2011
Nigeria: Group Opens Fora for Infrastructural Devt
A group, the Nigeria Diaspora Alumni Network, NiDAN, has opened fora for its members to act as change agents in the areas of provision of infrastructure and other derivables of economic development.
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World Briefing | AFRICA: Tunisia: Police Tear-Gas Demonstrators
The police used tear gas on Friday to disperse stone-throwing demonstrators demanding progress in reforms promised after the president was ousted in January.
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
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.
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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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.
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Nigeria: Agents Want Land for Property Village
Worried by the recent order for property agents to vacate the premises of the FCDA in Abuja, the umbrella body of the association, Association of Property Agents of Nigeria (APAN) has called on the FCT minister to allocate a piece of land for them for a property village to conduct their business.
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Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency
CAIRO - Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency.
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Tuesday, July 19, 2011
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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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
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Monday, July 18, 2011
South Africa celebrates Mandela's birthday
South Africans celebrate ex-President Nelson Mandela's 93rd birthday, with festivities across the country.
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Envisioning a post-Gaddafi future, some refugees consider returning
Already looking ahead to a post-Gaddafi future, many Libyans who had fled Benghazi are talking about returning and describe a new sense of unity and civic responsibility that has taken root in their city since the uprising began. Coalition attacks against Gaddafi's forces give them hope.
Libya: Coalition airstrikes continue on Gaddafi forces, U.S. F-15 fighter jet crashes as criticism over no-fly zone mounts
American and coalition forces continued air strikes and missile sorties against forces loyal to Col. Moammar Gaddafi as U.S. struggles to hold together crucial coalition partners.
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New York Times renews call for information on journalists missing in Libya
The New York Times says it is holding out hope that four of its journalists who went missing while covering the Libyan conflict are alive.
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Somalia: Somaliland Charged With Insecurity Related Activities in Las Anod Town
An elders from Sool region in northern Somalia on Sunday accused the self-styled republic of Somaliland of destabilizing the tranquility and security in Las Anod town, the regional capital of Sool region.
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
Egyptian voters say 'yes' to speedy elections
Constitutional amendments approved by wide margin in historic referendum.
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Fleeing Somalia?s Drought
Thousands of people fleeing a drought in Somalia are arriving at the world?s largest refugee camp in Dadaab, Kenya.
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New York Times renews call for information on journalists missing in Libya
The New York Times says it is holding out hope that four of its journalists who went missing while covering the Libyan conflict are alive.
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Arab League's backing of no-fly zone over Libya ramps up pressure on West
The league's move represents an extraordinary step by the leading Arab organization, historically reluctant to sanction a member, and provided fresh evidence of the reformist spirit recasting Arab politics.
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Zimbabwe: NSSA Eyes Informal Sector
NATIONAL Social Security Authority general manager Mr James Matiza has called for the extension of the scheme to the informal sector.
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Student soldiers
Misrata rebels may be stuck in the sand - but spirits are high
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Friday, July 15, 2011
Africa?s First National Open Data Initiative: Kenya
Today Kenya becomes the first country in Africa to launch a national open data initiative. There have been many people pushing for this, over many months, and it’s been an exciting process to watch unfold. Foremost amongst the drivers on this has been Dr. Bitange Ndemo, the Permanent Secretary of Information and Communications. This is [...]
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Zimbabwe: Military Men Can Also Be Political Men!
Calls for security sector reforms in Zimbabwe by America and fronted here by the regime change functionaries betray unparalleled hypocrisy especially on the part of the US.
Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201107151105.html
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Nigeria: Nation, China Trade Hits U.S.$8.2 Billion
Nigeria's total trade investment with China currently stands at $8.2 billion, compared to last year's $7.7 billion, the economic and commercial counselor of China, Rong Yason, has said.
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Thursday, July 14, 2011
South Africans decry rapes of lesbians, call for government action
CAPE TOWN, South Africa - Rights activists are speaking out against rapes targeting lesbians in South Africa.
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Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency
CAIRO - Egypt's interior minister has dissolved of the country's hated state security agency.
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Puntland
A profile of the Somali region which declared autonomy in 1998
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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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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Governor's convoy in north Nigeria rushing to president crashes, killing 4 and injuring 11
KATSINA, Nigeria - A Nigerian state governor survived a car crash that left four dead as he traveled to meet the president in the oil-rich country's north.
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VIDEO: Simpson under fire with Libyan rebels
Rebels in western Libya have been thrown into confusion after Colonel Gaddafi's forces staged a day of counter attacks against their lines in the Nafusa mountains.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14147341
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Africa: The Frustration of African Youths
The number of demonstrations continues to multiply and shows the widening gap between youth and the powers in place on the continent.
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
13 die in sectarian violence in Cairo
CAIRO - Thirteen people died in overnight clashes between Christians and Muslims in the worst outbreak of sectarian violence in Egypt since last month's ouster of president Hosni Mubarak, officials reported Wednesday.
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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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Arab League's backing of no-fly zone over Libya ramps up pressure on West
The league's move represents an extraordinary step by the leading Arab organization, historically reluctant to sanction a member, and provided fresh evidence of the reformist spirit recasting Arab politics.
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Nigeria: Amosun Counsels Council Chiefs Against Abuse of Power
GOVERNOR Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun State has warned the newly sworn-in chairmen of transition committees in all the twenty local government areas of the state against abuse of power and vendetta.
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Monday, July 11, 2011
Ghana: Central GPRTU Retains Chairman
A 50-year old former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Constituency Chairman of Abura Asebu Kwamankese (AAK), Kwame Kumah, who is the incumbent Central Region Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) Chairman, was on Thursday retained for another four-year term.
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Senegal suspends Habre expulsion
Senegal suspends its planned repatriation of Chad's ex-President Hissene Habre, who faces the death penalty in his homeland.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14101258
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A look at the 17 nations holding more than 850 Somali pirate suspects for prosecution
A look at the 17 nations prosecuting more than 850 pirates captured off East Africa. The overwhelming number of pirate suspects are Somali.
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Obama concerned about Gaddafi's gains but says noose is tightening on Libyan leader
Obama administration edges closer to Libya's formal opposition but stops far short of recognizing the rebel transitional council as the legitimate government.
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News Analysis: Sudan Movement?s Mission Is Secured: Statehood
Movie stars and religious groups teamed up with policy makers to help a forlorn region achieve what few separatist movements do.
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Sunday, July 10, 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
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Saturday, July 9, 2011
Critics say Egypt getting crash course in constitutional confusion
With voting scheduled five weeks after the old regime was toppled, pundits and politicians have expressed deep concern that citizens are ill prepared to comprehend what proposed constitutional amendments mean.
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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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The Lede: Qaddafi's Latest Gambit, a Chess Match
Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi?s latest appearance was at a chess board, across from a Russian Buddhist millionaire.
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Puntland
A profile of the Somali region which declared autonomy in 1998
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Friday, July 8, 2011
U.S. Tests New Approach to Terrorism Cases on Somali Suspect
The administration, which was seeking to avoid sending a new prisoner to Guant�namo Bay, Cuba, drew praise and criticism for its decisions involving the suspect accused of militant links.
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'A vision of hell'
The Somali mothers so desperate they let their children die
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/uk-14078074
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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.
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In Libya, Gaddafi's tanks split rebel forces
Troops loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi on Wednesday positioned tanks for the first time along the main road connecting the strategic eastern city of Ajdabiya to the rebel stronghold of Benghazi, effectively splitting the forces opposing Gaddafi in two.
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Angola: Nation to Have Banking Correspondent in All Districts
The Angolan National Reserve Bank (BNA) is preparing a specific regulation aimed at expanding banking correspondents in all districts of the country, in order to act as commercial banks' agents and thus facilitate the relations between the citizens and these institutions.
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Thursday, July 7, 2011
Mobile Web Content in East Africa [Report]
Vodafone recently concluded a policy paper on “Broadband in Emerging Markets”, also titled “Making Broadband Accessible for All“. The position and reason for this paper is best summarized below. “The success story of mobiles in the developing world is well known. Yet in the case of extending data services in emerging markets, there is a [...]
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Libya declares cease-fire and says it will stop military operations as the West mobilizes
TRIPOLI, Libya - Foreign Minister Moussa Koussa says Libya is declaring an immediate cease-fire and stopping all military operations.
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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
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Governor's convoy in north Nigeria rushing to president crashes, killing 4 and injuring 11
KATSINA, Nigeria - A Nigerian state governor survived a car crash that left four dead as he traveled to meet the president in the oil-rich country's north.
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Death of Whistleblower Is Test for Tunisia's New Rulers
A computer technician for the city of Sidi Bouzid said he was privy to corruption among members of Tunisia's now dissolved former ruling party. His family says this knowledge led to his death.
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Cairo clashes after police freed
There are clashes at a Cairo courthouse after a judge bails seven police officers accused of killing protesters in Egypt's uprising.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-middle-east-14023293
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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.
Nearly 200 Migrants Feared Drowned Off Sudan as Boat Burns
The passengers were migrants heading to Saudi Arabia, and had left port only four hours earlier.
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Cairo Vendors and Protesters Set Off Clash in Tahrir Square
A dispute between protesters and tea vendors set off clashes among groups of young men armed with rocks, clubs and knives, and a tent city occupied by protesters was burned to the ground.
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Tuesday, July 5, 2011
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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Puntland
A profile of the Somali region which declared autonomy in 1998
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Congress members struggle to define message on Mideast, North Africa
How difficult are the decisions the president must make about the turmoil in the Mideast?
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Monday, July 4, 2011
Clinton encounters frustration with U.S. stance on Arab unrest
On a trip to Tunisia and Egypt, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was dogged by questions about looming crises in Libya and other countries where democratic aspirations have been met with brute force.
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Beyond Fossil Fuels: African Huts Far From the Grid Glow With Renewable Power
As small-scale renewable energy becomes cheaper and more reliable, it is providing the first drops of modern power to people far from electricity grids and fuel pipelines.
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Madagascar
Key facts, figures and dates
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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.
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Sunday, July 3, 2011
U.S. jet crashes in Libya, but pilots safe; Gates sees airstrikes slowing soon
Both members of a U.S. fighter jet crew were rescued in Libya after their F-15E Strike Eagle malfunctioned and crashed, the U.S. military said. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said "significant military fighting" in Libya "should recede in the next few days."
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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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Yemen deports 2 American, 2 British journalists as country is roiled by unrest
CAIRO - Armed Yemeni security forces raided an apartment shared by four Western journalists Monday and deported them because of their coverage of a growing uprising against the country's longtime ruler, one of the reporters said.
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Saturday, July 2, 2011
Comoros
Key facts, figures and dates
Source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/2/hi/africa/country_profiles/1070727.stm
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In Libya, Gaddafi's forces dig into populated areas
Opposition fighters cheered and flashed victory signs as allied jets streaked across the sky Monday over the strategic city of Ajdabiya,
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Friday, July 1, 2011
Africa: Educating Women And Girls is Key to Meeting 21st Century Demands
The education of women and girls is essential not only to promoting gender equality, but also to addressing the full spectrum of 21st century challenges. Research shows that investing in education is one of the most effective, high-yielding development investments a country can make.
Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201107011041.html
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Gaddafi could turn to Libya's mustard gas stockpile, some officials fear
Western reconnaissance is focusing on a small garage at a remote site in the Libyan desert, though nothing untoward has been seen so far.
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Libya declares cease-fire and says it will stop military operations as the West mobilizes
TRIPOLI, Libya - Foreign Minister Moussa Koussa says Libya is declaring an immediate cease-fire and stopping all military operations.
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