Africa
Sahara to the spotlight
Sahara to the spotlight
The Sahara Desert that encompasses the greatest part of Northern Africa steadily becomes a hotbed for the international terrorist Jihad and its affiliates. On the 13th of July 2005, just…
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Kenya rivals reach peace agreement
Kenya rivals reach peace agreement
NAIROBI, Kenya: Kenya's rival leaders broke their tense standoff on Thursday, agreeing to share power in a deal that may end the violence that has engulfed this nation but could…
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Annan to deal directly with Kenyan leaders
Annan to deal directly with Kenyan leaders
NAIROBI: Kofi Annan suspended day-to-day mediation talks in Kenya on Tuesday and said that he was now going to take up the remaining divisive issues with Kenya's leaders directly. Annan,…
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In Africa, Bush denies intent to build bases
In Africa, Bush denies intent to build bases
ACCRA, Ghana: Traveling across Africa this week, President George W. Bush has been a little like Santa Claus, a benevolent figure from another land handing out gifts - hundreds of…
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Kenya's middle class feeling sting of violence
Kenya's middle class feeling sting of violence
NAIROBI, Kenya: George Mbugua is a 42-year-old executive with two cars, a closet full of suits and a good job as the chief financial officer of a growing company. His…
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Chad uprising fades as France backs government
Chad uprising fades as France backs government
NDJAMENA, Chad: A rebellion aimed at toppling the president of Chad appeared to falter Tuesday as France declared that it would intervene to protect the Chadian government if called upon…
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Summary of Remarks
Summary of Remarks
Press ConferenceBrussels, 29 January 2008 INTRODUCTION It is also a privilege for me to be here today together with Ambassador BRYLLE to outline some details of this bridging operation following…
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South African mines look for power shortages to end
South African mines look for power shortages to end
JOHANNESBURG: South African mining companies said Monday that they hoped to resume production later this week, but there was no sign of an end to power shortages that have put…
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