Archive for February, 2008

Senior UN envoy meets with Government leaders in Somalia

The top United Nations envoy to Somalia will soon wrap up a three-day visit to the Horn of Africa nation where he has met with Government and local leaders, as well as with representatives of civil society. via United Nations

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Banque Populaire set to buy HSBC France branches

“This offer is an opportunity for HSBC to redeploy capital to other investments as we pursue our strategy and rebalance our activities towards emerging markets and faster growing business segments”

Banque Populaire said on Friday it had entered into exclusive talks to buy 400 bank branches being sold by HSBC France, mainly in the south of the country, for 2.1 billion euros . via MSN Money

Original post by MSN Money and software by News Africa

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Kgosi Tawana to stand for Maun West

The MP for Maun West, Ronald Ridge is expected to face a strong challenge in the Botswana Democratic Party primaries from Batawana Paramount Chief, Tawana Moremi.

Original post by The Associated Press and software by News Africa

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Fashola Inspects Rehabilitation Work at Solous Dumpsite

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babatunde Fashola on Thursday inspected the on going work at the Solous dumpsite in Igando, Alimosho local area of the State with a challenge to the contractors to consider the …

Original post by Vanguard and software by News Africa

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Deal brings hope that Kenya’s dark chapter is over

“The signing of the agreement is a shining example of how Africans themselves can find peaceful resolution to their political challenges”

By Daniel Wallis

NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenyans moved to put one of their country’s darkest chapters behind them on Friday after the president and opposition leader agreed to power-sharing aimed at ending a bloody post-election political crisis.

President Mwai Kibaki and his rival Raila Odinga signed the deal setting up a coalition government on Thursday after a month of often bitter negotiations punctuated by riots and ethnic violence around the east African nation.

The two men had come under huge pressure from world powers and Kenya’s 36 million people to find a solution to forestall more bloodshed and help repair the country’s reputation as the region’s business, tourism and transport hub. Read more

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Ethiopia: Country to Be Featured at World Coffee Conference

“The delegates will be meeting Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks Corporation, at its headquarters in Seattle to discuss on developments related to the promise he made in Addis Abeba”

Ethiopia will be featured in two forums in the 20th Annual Specialty Coffee Association of America Conference and Exhibition to be held in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from May 2-5, 2008, focusing on the … via AllAfrica.com

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Nigerian military warns ‘trouble makers’ after election verdict

In an unprecedented move that is bound to raise eyebrows, the Nigerian military has warned against any protest in the aftermath of Tuesday’s judgement of the Court of Appeal validating President Umaru … via Panapress

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U.S. official announces immigration program for Iraqis working with Americans

AMMAN, Jordan : Iraqis working for the U.S. military and American institutions or media in Iraq will be offered a special program to resettle in the United States, a U.S official said Wednesday. via International Herald Tribune

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Namibia: Economic Outlook Gloomy

“Government expenditure is likely to increase, mainly due to possible salary adjustments, and the capital/energy sector and infrastructure stands to benefit more”

Economist and RMB Namibia Chief Executive Officer, Martin Mwinga, on Friday said the anticipated 4.7 growth as pronounced by the Bank of Namibia is not achievable due to the contraction in private consumption, … via AllAfrica.com

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Vangold Reports on Uganda Properties

Vangold Resources Ltd. “Vangold” holds 20 Exploration Licences in Uganda through Rwenzori Copper & Nickel Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary. via Earth Times

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