Wednesday, 31 August 2011

VIDEO: Nigeria's growing 'prosperity' churches

An increasing number of Nigeria's 70 million Christians are followers of prosperity teachings - the belief that prosperity is a blessing.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14713151

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Riches Flow Into Nigeria, but Are Lost After Arrival

Oil money has brought more questions than calm to the Niger Delta.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=54f99c79a719e53538e1268b6d6b68a6

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Central African Rep

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13150040

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Liberia

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13729504

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030901771.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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In Libya, advance by Gaddafi forces sends rebels fleeing

TRIPOLI, LIBYA - Forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi sent opposition fighters fleeing Thursday from a strategic oil port in eastern Libya that rebels had held for a week, appearing to reverse the rebels' advances toward Tripoli.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/10/AR2011031000566.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Sao Tome and Principe

Provides an overview of Sao Tome and Principe, including key events and facts about this oil-rich island nation - one of Africa's smallest states.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14093493

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032004350.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Tuesday, 30 August 2011

Clinton visits Cairo's Tahrir Square, decries violence in Bahrain

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton hails the "power of the human spirit" in a surprise visit to Cairo's Tahrir Square, a bright spot in a trip mostly focused on ominous developments elsewhere in the Middle East.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/16/AR2011031601641.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Clinton says U.S. supports, but will not lead, military operation against Libya

The secretary of state pledges that the United States will strongly support the international military action to halt Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's attacks on rebels.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/19/AR2011031902779.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031502891.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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G8 ministers defer to UN for resolution on helping Libyan rebels

PARIS - Top diplomats from some of the world's biggest powers deferred Tuesday to the U.N. Security Council to take action against Libya, as France and Britain failed to win support for a no-fly zone to halt the advance of Moammar Gadhafi's forces.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031500558.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Rebel council seeks to transform Libya

Libya's rebels are a movement under siege and desperate for international recognition, assistance and a no-fly zone.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/14/AR2011031405220.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/10/AR2011031006237.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Missile strikes building in Libyan compound where Gaddafi lives

A missile struck a building on Sunday night in the compound in Tripoli where Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi lives, fueling the rage that has erupted among his supporters since U.N.-mandated airstrikes began on Saturday.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032004581.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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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.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=e37a94af2b9694d3635ce7aae1f5920b

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Monday, 29 August 2011

Qaddafi?s Wife and 3 of His Children Flee to Algeria

A report was the first official news on Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi?s family since he was routed from Tripoli.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=37b88eb02a7863cc4018f71e077da619

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Drogba to miss Ivory Coast game

Didier Drogba is diagnosed with mild concussion after a sickening fall and will be closely monitored by Chelsea's medical staff.

Source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/sport2/hi/football/14695251.stm

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Swaziland

An overview

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14095303

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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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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031805090.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Gabon

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13376333

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During Chile visit, Obama defends Libya military action

During a visit to Chile, President Obama on Monday defended his decision to deploy the U.S. military in Libya.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/21/AR2011032102019.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/12/AR2011031205887.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Sunday, 28 August 2011

US gauges Libyan opposition in Paris as allies call for swift military intervention

PARIS - Under pressure from allies and growing calls for military intervention in Libya, the Obama administration on Monday held its first high-level talks with the Libyan opposition and introduced a liaison to deal full time with their ranks. But it remained undecided about exactly how much support

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/14/AR2011031404199.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Hackathons Splicing Together Art & Technology

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Namibia

Provides an overview of Namibia, including key events and facts about this sparsely populated but stable country on Africa's south-west coast.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13890726

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Puntland

An overview

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14114727

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Gabon

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13376333

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African heads pledge famine aid

African leaders raise more than $350m in aid for 12 million people facing starvation in the Horn of Africa's worst drought in decades.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14659941

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Libya?s Oil Money Let Qaddafi Buy Support in Africa

Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi has sprinkled billions of dollars around Africa, helping him recruit mercenaries and blunt criticism.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=90e44fd9427413c02d21a0fc4fd35ade

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030901771.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Saturday, 27 August 2011

Dream team

The African space geeks building their own shuttle

Source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/2/hi/programmes/from_our_own_correspondent/9573163.stm

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031801914.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Robert Mugabe?s Backers Push for Vote in Zimbabwe

With no credible successor to unite the quarrelsome factions that threaten to splinter the country?s ruling party, Zimbabwe hurtles into another violent political season.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=68359dab05a46e51936dc4e45a418c5f

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Grim Evidence of Fighting?s Toll Becomes Clearer in Libya

As the fighting died down in Tripoli, the scope and savagery of the violence during the nearly weeklong battle for control of the capital began to come into sharper focus.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=5a2eec451342cc48df135388d3ced44c

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Farmers Groups and Cooperatives

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South Africa working to help Aristide return, says US should discuss any objections with Haiti

PRETORIA, South Africa - South Africa is helping ousted Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide return to his homeland from exile in Pretoria, and any problems Washington has with that should be taken up with Haiti, the deputy foreign minister said Tuesday.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031501216.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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At least 50 African Union peacekeepers dead in Somalia clashes

About 50 African Union peacekeepers have died in clashes with militants linked to al-Qaeda over the past two weeks.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/04/AR2011030404211.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Eritrea

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13349078

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Friday, 26 August 2011

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,

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/22/AR2011032200156.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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During Chile visit, Obama defends Libya military action

During a visit to Chile, President Obama on Monday defended his decision to deploy the U.S. military in Libya.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/21/AR2011032102019.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Burkina Faso

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13072774

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In Libya, Gaddafi forces recapture strategic western town

ZAWIYAH, LIBYA - In the battle-scarred center of this small town, evidence abounds that the popular uprising here has been brutally crushed, in a bitter blow to the fast-fading hopes of rebels that they can succeed in toppling Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/11/AR2011031106271.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Where are the Real African Fashion Designers?

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Obama signals willingness to intervene militarily in Libya if crisis worsens

President Obama orders plans giving U.S. military "full capacity to act" in Libya if situation worsens but expresses several notes of caution.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/03/AR2011030305726.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Obama signals willingness to intervene militarily in Libya if crisis worsens

President Obama orders plans giving U.S. military "full capacity to act" in Libya if situation worsens but expresses several notes of caution.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/03/AR2011030305726.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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?Magic Rice? - Dista Rice

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Thursday, 25 August 2011

Languages Grew From a Seed in Africa, a Study Says

An analysis implies that modern language originated only once, in southern Africa, a surprising finding.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=6626a485694cd32d70d16b2fc57a3d7b

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Zimbabwe VP calls for death probe

Zimbabwe's Vice-President Joice Mujuru called for an investigation into the death of her husband Solomon Mujuru last week in a fire on their farm.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14646289

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U.S., allies seek to maintain Arab support for military intervention in Libya

U.S. and European diplomats moved quickly to rally wavering Arab support for military intervention in Libya after key Arab officials complained about Western airstrikes.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/21/AR2011032104687.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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U.S. Company Trains African Troops in Somalia

The American fight against extremists is being outsourced out of reluctance to send troops back into a country they hastily exited nearly two decades ago.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=9df2e6d3a8479a9545a3bf1b8b2cc044

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South Africa: Citizens Thanked for Saving Electricity

As winter fades out and spring blooms, Public Enterprises Minister Malusi Gigaba has thanked all South Africans for saving electricity in winter when the demand was the highest.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108251445.html

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At least 50 African Union peacekeepers dead in Somalia clashes

About 50 African Union peacekeepers have died in clashes with militants linked to al-Qaeda over the past two weeks.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/04/AR2011030404211.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Obama administration seeks more U.N. authority to intervene in Libya

The Obama administration pressed Thursday for greater United Nations authority to confront Libyan leader Moammar Gaddafi's forces by land, air and sea, while insisting that Arab governments play a central role in any possible military action.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/16/AR2011031604860.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Africa: Angolan President Discusses Regional Situation With AU Representative

Issues related to the humanitarian crisis, caused by drought in Horn of Africa, topped the audience the Angolan President, Jos� Eduardo dos Santos granted Wednesday to the former Ghanaian head of State, Jerry Rawlings.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108250496.html

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Wednesday, 24 August 2011

TEDGlobal 2011

This last week I was in Edinburgh, Scotland at the TEDGlobal conference. As always, it was filled with inspiring talks, great conversations and I went away with a brain full of new ideas. (TEDGlobal picture sets) I’m one of the TED Senior Fellows, and I should add that there is one more week open for [...]

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Partying Amid Poverty Stirs South Africa Debate

The exploits of a convicted swindler turned businessman have set off an animated conversation about the privileges of the black elite.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=8317b4fbf04a119f9734b0c0427590d0

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Guinea

Key facts, figures and dates

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13442051

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Promising Care: In Sierra Leone, Heartening Progress for Pregnant Women

Health care is making enormous strides in Sierra Leone, the latest country in sub-Saharan Africa to waive hospital fees, particularly for children and pregnant women.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=5b524322a1d14d08efbbf93e0daa0aaf

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Zimbabwe

Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Zimbabwe.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14113249

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A Need for Rural Hackspaces

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Ivory Coast

Provides an overview of Ivory Coast, including key events and facts about this west African country recently plagued by civil war.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13287216

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Quick Hits

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Tuesday, 23 August 2011

Hackteria

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Gambia

Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about The Gambia.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13376517

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Ethiopia

Provides an overview of Ethiopia, including key events and facts about this ancient former Christian empire in northeast Africa.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-13349398

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AUDIO: Cameroon's Lake Nyos: 25 years on

More than 1,700 people died when lethal gas escaped from Cameroon's Lake Nyos 25 years ago. The BBC's Randy Joe Sa'ah reports that the area is still contaminated but many people have returned to live there.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14618964

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Arab League condemns broad bombing campaign in Libya

Group says endorsement of no-fly zone was intended to prevent civilian casualties

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032001965.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Libya gains control of more rebel territory

No-fly zone supporters fear international action could come too late to help rebels.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/13/AR2011031302761.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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IPO48 Nairobi Startup Finalists 2011

I’m at the final pitches for the 2011 Nairobi IPO48 event that’s been happening non-stop over the last 2 days. This year it’s being held at the iHub, with 12 companies working through ideas, prototypes, business plans and finally an investment for the winner. In total, they’re offering: 25.000? (3.3m Ksh) in funding after 48 [...]

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East Africa: Afewerki - Igad Should Seize the Moment

SECURITY MATTERS of the troubled Horn of Africa dominated debate in local, regional and international media last week, and with good reason.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108230249.html

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Monday, 22 August 2011

African Farmers Displaced as Investors Move In

Across Africa and the developing world, a new global land rush is gobbling up large expanses of arable land.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=4933fea36c7658ab456bb5e36f773d04

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Tunisia

Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Tunisia

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14107241

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Libya's Gadhafi, increasingly isolated internationally, finds supporters in Latin America

CARACAS, Venezuela - As Moammar Gadhafi finds himself increasingly isolated internationally, he still has at least a few friends far away.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031500154.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Nigeria: Iei Hockey - Yobe Warriors Dethrone Niger Flickers

Yobe Desert Warriors Saturday evening emerged champions of the 2011 International Energy Insurance (IEI) Premier Hockey League defeating defending champions Niger Flickers in the thrilling male event final that was decided by penalty shootout.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108222057.html

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/20/AR2011032004350.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Rebels Enter Tripoli

Libyan rebels marched into the capital with relative ease.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=e2d64352d61dcb6c5fc48749d18efb66

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Sunday, 21 August 2011

Riches Flow Into Nigeria, but Are Lost After Arrival

Oil money has brought more questions than calm to the Niger Delta.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=54f99c79a719e53538e1268b6d6b68a6

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Tribal Clashes Raise Fears of Instability in South Sudan

Fighting has killed at least 58 people in the past week and raised fears of instability in the newly independent country, the United Nations says.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=61f3fdcdbe092c4f505b149d2cd9c881

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Little Resistance as Rebels Enter Tripoli

Rebels raced through part of Libya?s capital city with apparent ease, and NATO and American officials made clear that control of Tripoli, Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi?s final stronghold, was in doubt.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=062288b11960aa4c6125b778c357d78f

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U.S. Relies on Contractors in Somalia Conflict

The American fight against extremists is being outsourced out of reluctance to send troops back into a country they hastily exited nearly two decades ago.

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Zimbabwe: Mhanda Exposes Mugabe, Mujuru, Moyo

WILFRED Mhanda, a former guerrilla commander, has released his war-time memoirs exposing how President Robert Mugabe ruthlessly suppressed him and other commanders in the late 70s on his way to becoming the Prime Minister of Zimbabwe.

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Quick Hits

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Obama's shift toward military action in Libya

After two weeks of playing down the prospect of military intervention in Libya, the Obama administration is on the brink of inserting itself into a third war in a Muslim nation.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031805544.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Stanford?s free ?Intro to AI? course

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Saturday, 20 August 2011

Nigeria: FCTA Gets Four New Secretariats

President Goodluck Jonathan has approved the creation of four more mandate secretariats for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108191684.html

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Liberia: Bishop Sworh Denounces Electoral Violence-Amidst Reports of Chaotic Primaries

A Liberian Cleric, Reverend Thomas Sword, Bishop of the Faith Victory Temple has warned politicians and their supporters to eschew violence during these elections and ensure that the process remains stable and peaceful.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108191696.html

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Low Cost, Open source, WiFi

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Libyan Rebels Gain Control of Oil Refinery as Qaddafi Forces Flee

Rebel fighters gained complete control of the oil refinery in Zawiyah on Thursday ? just a half hour?s drive from Tripoli ? routing government soldiers after days of battle.

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Cicely Wolters: An unabashed advocate for the Peace Corps

FEDERAL PLAYER OF THE WEEK | A former Peace Corps volunteer in Nicaragua and now desk officer for Morocco and Jordan at headquarters in Washington, D.C., Cicely Wolters has watched as the Internet and cellphones have transformed the experiences of volunteers worldwide.

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Cameroon: SMS, Singers And Nets Against Malaria

"It's 9pm. Are you and your family sleeping under a mosquito net?"

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108191751.html

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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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Obama keeps his eye on independent voters

President Obama's Friday news conference did little to advance U.S. policy on Libya or clarify the White House's position on resolving the budget impasse in Congress. The president nonetheless conveyed one unmistakable impression: He is now focused intently on winning back independent voters.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/12/AR2011031203508.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Friday, 19 August 2011

Egypt's Interior Ministry building set on fire during police protest

The fire, during a protest by police officers, underscored an abiding concern by many Egyptians that the revolution has weakened law enforcement.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/22/AR2011032202271.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Obama, Gates to leave Washington for official visits as Libya crisis deepens

As war clouds gathered over Libya on Friday, the U.S. commander in chief and his defense secretary were each preparing to leave Washington to visit places far removed from any military operations.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/18/AR2011031802685.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Obama signals willingness to intervene militarily in Libya if crisis worsens

President Obama orders plans giving U.S. military "full capacity to act" in Libya if situation worsens but expresses several notes of caution.

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East Africa: UN Boosts Children Nutrition to Prevent Stunted Growth in Drought-Hit Horn of Africa

In an effort to tackle high levels of malnutrition among children in areas of the Horn of African affected by the severe food crisis, the United Nations reported today it had launched programmes to boost nutrition by providing special products to prevent damage to children's physical and mental development.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108191770.html

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VIDEO: 'Bomb factory' found in Somalia

The African Union Mission in Somalia claims to have discovered a bomb factory in the war torn capital Mogadishu.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-14578539

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Burundi

Key facts, figures and dates

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Botswana

An overview

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Ethiopia

Provides an overview of Ethiopia, including key events and facts about this ancient former Christian empire in northeast Africa.

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Thursday, 18 August 2011

Watching the Murder of an Innocent Man

The open space between two squatter camps where Farai Kujirichita was beaten to death by vigilantes.In a shantytown near Johannesburg, an angry mob committed a horrifying crime that was caught on video.

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Latest developments in Arab political unrest stretching from North Africa to Persian Gulf

Latest developments in the unrest sweeping the Arab world from North Africa to the Persian Gulf:

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Riches Flow Into Nigeria, but Are Lost After Arrival

Oil money has brought more questions than calm to the Niger Delta.

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South Africa: Presidency Sets Record Straight On Mogoeng

The Presidency has expressed disappointment at what it called "inaccuracies and distortions" in the public responses to the nomination of Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng as the country's possible new Chief Justice to succeed Sandile Ngcobo, whose term ended last Sunday.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108181167.html

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U.N. confirms probe into allegations of torture by Gaddafi's forces

The torture inquiry, the latest international move to bring pressure on Libya's Moammar Gaddafi, is confirmed as NATO ministers meet to weigh options for intervention.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/09/AR2011030903905.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Watching the Murder of an Innocent Man

The open space between two squatter camps where Farai Kujirichita was beaten to death by vigilantes.In a shantytown near Johannesburg, an angry mob committed a horrifying crime that was caught on video.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=c36223a5d4ea345b26fe3c5e157d1beb

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Kenya: Man Killed Over Sh140 Debt

A 20-year-old man was arrested yesterday for allegedly stabbing his friend to death over Sh140 debt in Ngata , Nakuru. Daniel Kimani is said to have stabbed Haron Karanja because he refused to settle the debt.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108180865.html

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Malabo Journal: U.S. Engages With an Iron Leader in Equatorial Guinea

Despite a poor human rights record, the U.S. still broadly engages with the country?s dictator, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo.

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Wednesday, 17 August 2011

World Briefing | AFRICA: Somalia: Food Aid Stolen, Inquiry Finds

Sacks of grain, peanut butter snacks and other food staples meant for starving Somalis are being stolen and sold in markets, an Associated Press investigation has found.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=a144201ab9a264038018643ad51cb049

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Farmers Groups and Cooperatives

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Allies of Zimbabwe?s President Push for Quick Vote

With no credible successor to unite the quarrelsome factions that threaten to splinter the country?s ruling party, Zimbabwe hurtles into another violent political season.

Source: http://feeds.nytimes.com/click.phdo?i=68359dab05a46e51936dc4e45a418c5f

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Uganda: Falcons Upstage Power

Hamza Nyambogo was not even supposed to take charge of the 7UP Falcons until the start of the MTN-Fuba League second round on August 26.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108171444.html

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Battle for key Libya oil refinery

Pro-Gaddafi forces are fighting rebels for control of a key coastal oil refinery in Zawiya, as the rebels edge closer to the capital Tripoli.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/go/rss/int/news/-/news/world-africa-14561904

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/14/AR2011031404196.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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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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For Egyptians, British Riots Are a Mix of Familiar and Peculiar

Egyptians watched this week with a mix of empathy, disgust and perhaps a measure of satisfaction as the British authorities struggled for four days to rein in arson and looting.

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Tuesday, 16 August 2011

Nigeria: Church Inaugurates Computer Labs in Govt Schools

House on the Rock, in conjunction with the Lagos State government, has inaugurated its computer laboratory initiative to supporting the state government in equipping government secondary schools with computer laboratories.

Source: http://allafrica.com/stories/201108170049.html

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U.N. Forecasts 10.1 Billion People by Century?s End

Demographers called the report a reminder that the population explosion, which helped define global politics in the 20th century, is far from solved in the 21st.

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Zimbabwe

Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Zimbabwe.

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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.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/03/15/AR2011031503115.html?wprss=rss_world/africa

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Ivory Coast

Provides an overview of Ivory Coast, including key events and facts about this west African country recently plagued by civil war.

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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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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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Israel says its navy intercepts Egypt-bound ship carrying arms off Mediterranean coast

JERUSALEM - Israel intercepted a ship carrying a large delivery of arms off the country's Mediterranean coast on Tuesday, saying the shipment included sophisticated weaponry sent by Iran and Syria for Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip.

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