Africa
Scientists monitor trends, status of biosphere
Scientists monitor trends, status of biosphere
For the first time, scientists are ready to give a full account on the status and trend of the continent’s biosphere. From September 29 to October 3, 2008, more than…
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Hope gives way to gloom in South Africa
Hope gives way to gloom in South Africa
DIEPSLOOT, South Africa: A dusty maze of concrete, sheet metal and scrap wood, Diepsloot is like so many of the enormous settlements around Johannesburg, mile after mile of feebly assembled…
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Islamism in Sudan
Islamism in Sudan
Islamism in Sudan reflects both modern and older cultural-historical movements in Sudanese life. Similar to Islamist movements in the Middle East, it is distinguished by the sophisticated leadership of its…
Read More >>Chad: A New Conflict Resolution Framework
Chad: A New Conflict Resolution Framework
Nairobi/Brussels, 24 September 2008: Chad will face continuing security threats and political crises unless Chadians adopt a new and inclusive approach toward national reconciliation, supported by the international community. Chad:…
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Some see a time bomb ticking in Darfur camps
Some see a time bomb ticking in Darfur camps
KALMA CAMP, SUDAN -- This overcrowded Darfur displacement camp is preparing for battle.Men have dug trenches and dragged tree trunks across dirt roads. Young lookouts, some armed with sticks and…
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Zimbabwe rivals sign power-sharing deal
Zimbabwe rivals sign power-sharing deal
HARARE, Zimbabwe: After more than 28 years of unbroken power, President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe signed an agreement with the opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai on Monday to divide the responsibilities…
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Angola governing party wins parliamentary election
Angola governing party wins parliamentary election
Angola's governing party took an insurmountable lead in a parliamentary election on Monday and is on track to extend its 33-year rule, despite opposition protests that the election was badly…
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In destitute kingdom, ruler lives like a king
In destitute kingdom, ruler lives like a king
LUDZIDZINI, Swaziland: Once upon a time, a young and handsome king ruled over a land of mountainous splendor near the southern tip of Africa. He liked to marry, and as…
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