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Nigeria: Amodu - We Are Not Taking This As Friendly
Super Eagles Head Coach, Shaibu Amodu says he has a team good enough to give Colombia a run for its money in Wednesday's friendly international between the two teams at the spanking-new Cali International Stadium.
Source : AllAfrica | 19-Nov-2008 15:35

Rwanda: Country Lose to Puerto Rico in Chess Olympiad
RWANDA'S Chess team suffered a first round defeat in the 38th Dresden World Chess Olympiad in Germany after losing to Puerto Rico 3-0.
Source : AllAfrica | 19-Nov-2008 15:11

Tunisia: President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali Welcomes Argentina's President
A welcome ceremony was organized on Tuesday morning in honor of Mrs Kristina Fernandez De Kirchner, President of the Republic of Argentina who arrived in Tunis on Monday night for a work and friendship visit from November 17 to 19.
Source : AllAfrica | 18-Nov-2008 18:33

Angola: Cuban Minister Praises National Reconstruction Actions
The Cuban Construction minister, Fidel Figueroa de La Paz, praised last Wednesday in the northern Bengo Province, the actions being carried out by the Angolan government for the reconstruction of the main infrastructures of the country, to improve people's living standard.
Source : AllAfrica | 14-Nov-2008 07:14

Jamaican Detained for Unpaid Hotel Bill Remains in Custody
AN elderly Jamaican citizen who has experienced more than 20 months of detention without charge or trial over a massive unpaid hotel bill is set to face a further wait of more than six months in custody before going on trial in the Windhoek Regional Court.
Source : AllAfrica | 13-Nov-2008 15:12

Nigeria: Eagles' Coaches to Hit Bogota November 15
Super Eagles assistant coaches will head for Bogotá, Colombia next Saturday, November 15 for the international friendly match billed for November 19.
Source : AllAfrica | 12-Nov-2008 16:16

Africa: Colloquim on Continent's History, Culture Opens in Brazil
The five-day international colloquim on the theme; Teaching and Propagating African History and Culture to the Diaspora and Teaching Diaspora History and Culture to Africa opened at the State University of Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, Monday with over 25 scholars from across the globe in attendance.
Source : AllAfrica | 12-Nov-2008 10:04

Students Back From Venezuela Speak
The Venezuela ambassador to the Gambia, Mrs Louder Perez, recently organised a briefing session for 7 Gambian students who had just returned from Venezuela, at the end of a 3 months intensive study in agriculture. The reception was hosted at the new Venezuelan Embassy complex in Kotu.
Source : AllAfrica | 11-Nov-2008 14:35

Trinidad President Visits Cape Coast, Elmina Castles
The Trinidad and Tobago President, His Excellency George Maxwell Richards, on Wednesday visited the Cape Coast and Elmina castles, as part of his four-day visit to the country.
Source : AllAfrica | 10-Nov-2008 17:58

Angola: Students to Attend Medical Course in Cuba Next Year
At least 100 Angolan students will start as from next February higher education training in medicine in Cuba, announced Thursday the National Scholarship Institute (INABE).
Source : AllAfrica | 07-Nov-2008 14:35

Angola: 400 Cuban Teachers Expected Soon
At least 400 Cuban teachers for high, higher and technical education will come in the next days, in the light of the cooperation
Source : AllAfrica | 04-Nov-2008 22:21

Namibia: Horrors of the US Blockade of Cuba
ON Wednesday 29 October 2008, the United Nations General Assembly voted once again in favour of a resolution introduced by Cuba calling for an end to the ongoing economic sanctions against Cuba by the United States of America.
Source : AllAfrica | 04-Nov-2008 17:45

Italy Pleased With Success of Legislative Elections
The Italian ambassador to Angola, Torquato Cardilli, Wednesday expressed satisfaction over the exemplary manner and civic attitude shown by the Angolan citizens in the legislative polls held last 05 September.
Source : AllAfrica | 30-Oct-2008 10:26

Nigeria: Fashola Canvasses Direct Air Link With South America
LAGOS State governor, Babatunde Fashola (SAN) has called for direct flights to the South American countries stating that it would aid development and business between them. Speaking with Airport Correspondents in Lagos after his arrival from a business trip to the southern American countries, Fashola lamented having flown 21 hours before connecting the countries stating that it was a hindrance and would not promote efficient business relationship.
Source : AllAfrica | 28-Oct-2008 12:46

Nigeria: Colombia Backs Coach for Friendly
The Colombian Soccer Federation (FCF) has restated its confidence in the national team chief coach Eduardo Lara ahead of the international friendly match against Nigeria by confirming his appointment as the helmsman of the Los Cafeteros.
Source : AllAfrica | 27-Oct-2008 16:18

Brazilian Solution for African Problem?
SENEGALESE President Abdoulaye Wade did not leave in triumph after flying into Harare in November last year to present a proposal centering on engaging Britain, which he believed could have led to the resolution of the Zimbabwean crisis.
Source : AllAfrica | 24-Oct-2008 23:34

Africa: Rise of the Latin Africans
Citing the example of Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez, Joe Contreras explores the degree to which Latin Americans are increasingly keen to mobilise and assert their African roots on the back of a new black consciousness movement stirring in Central and South America.
Source : AllAfrica | 24-Oct-2008 11:51

Zimbabwe: Brazil Joins the Fray
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has dispatched his foreign minister Celso Amorim to Harare in a bid to break the deadlock on the distribution of ministries between President Robert Mugabe and main opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai.
Source : AllAfrica | 22-Oct-2008 23:07

Zimbabwe: Nyatanga Responds to Critics
Under-fire Zifa president Wellington Nyatanga says his board cannot be blamed alone for Zimbabwe's failure to qualify for both the World Cup and African Nations Cup in 2010.
Source : AllAfrica | 22-Oct-2008 23:07

Botswana: Entrepreneurs Asked to Consider Brazil
A first-time exhibitor at Global Expo '08 has encouraged Botswana to exploit opportunities Brazil offers in areas of trade like leather manufacturing.
Source : AllAfrica | 20-Oct-2008 21:28

Nigeria: Fashola Signs MoU With Buenos Aires
Lagos Government and the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Argen-tina, on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen and develop business relationships between the two governments.
Source : AllAfrica | 20-Oct-2008 17:23

Zambia: Banda Courts Brazilian Investors
ACTING President, Rupiah Banda, has implored Brazilian investors to invest in Zambia saying Brazil is an important country to the African continent.
Source : AllAfrica | 20-Oct-2008 12:22

Mozambique: Anti-Retroviral Factory By 2010, Pledges Lula
A pharmaceutical factory, producing the anti-retroviral drugs that prolong the lives of people infected by the HIV virus, will be in production in Mozambique by 2010, Brazilian President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva promised in Maputo on Friday.
Source : AllAfrica | 17-Oct-2008 19:45

Mozambique: Guebuza Calls for More Brazilian Investment
Mozambican President Armando Guebuza on Thursday reiterated his call for Brazilian businesses to invest in Mozambique.
Source : AllAfrica | 17-Oct-2008 19:45

Nigeria: Govt, Cuba Enter Cordial Relationship
Nigeria has entered into a bilateral relationship with Cuba to harness understanding between the two countries.
Source : AllAfrica | 17-Oct-2008 16:37

South Africa: The China Factor in Ibsa
In the run-up to the third India-Brazil-South-Africa (IBSA) Summit to be held this month in Delhi, Sanusha Naidu considers the prospects for Chinese integration into a growing pillar of South-South cooperation. Emphasising the extent to which IBSA's parts far from represent a unified force, the author argues that the bloc's immediate future lies more in consolidating collaboration between its current members than in being concerned about capturing China's global leverage.
Source : AllAfrica | 17-Oct-2008 11:15

Mozambique: Brazilian President Wants Better Cooperation
Brazilian President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday expressed his dissatisfaction at delays in implementing projects agreed between Mozambique and Brazil.
Source : AllAfrica | 16-Oct-2008 23:37

Ghana: Asantehene Leaves for West Indies
OTUMFUO OSEI Tutu II, the Asantehene and occupant of the Golden Stool, has accepted an invitation to visit Barbados from October 22 to25 this year, to receive an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws (LLD), from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus.
Source : AllAfrica | 16-Oct-2008 18:44

MPLA Women Wing Raises Fund for Cuba Typhoon Victims
The women wing of the Angolan ruling party (OMA) recently here launched a fund-raising campaign to help the victims of typhoons Gustav and Ike that hit the Latin American country of Cuba, last August and September.
Source : AllAfrica | 15-Oct-2008 07:56

Africa: India-Brazil-South Africa Should Align With China
The India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) formation could have enough clout to stand up to the European Union and the U.S. but it needs the help of emerging superpower China. Alternatively it should align with the BRIC (Brazil-Russia-India-China) group.
Source : AllAfrica | 14-Oct-2008 08:35

Kenya: Jamaican Reggea Star Luciano Thrills Nairobi
Jamaican reggae roots musician Luciano wowed Nairobi revelers at a recent charity concert. He performed at Serve Jah function at the Splash Waterworld in Nairobi in aid of two children's homes in the Kenya. Curtain raisers included reggae icons Mickey General, Ragga Lox and Living Truth, amongst others. They also did not disappoint. Luciano was
Source : AllAfrica | 13-Oct-2008 16:34

Kenya: Musyoki Leads Team Charge in Rio Race
Just like the World Race Walking Championships, the World Half Half Marathon Championships may not be as high profile as other competitions organised by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).
Source : AllAfrica | 13-Oct-2008 11:03

Zersenay Saunters to Another Staggering Victory
Olympic Athlete Zersenay Tadese stood first in the IAAF/CAIXA World Half Marathon Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in the afternoon hours today.
Source : AllAfrica | 13-Oct-2008 10:28

South Africa: Country to Assist With Humanitarian Efforts in Cuba
Cabinet has decided that the South African government, working with civil society, should participate in the global humanitarian assistance effort to support the people of Cuba, following the devastation caused by hurricanes Gustav and Ike.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 14:03

Argentina Wants to Reach USD 200 Million in Exports to Country
The Republic of Argentina desires to reach, by the year's end, a volume of exportations to Angola estimated at USD 200 million, to the contrary of the USD 165.8 million obtained in 2007, informed this Wednesday, in Luanda, that country's ambassador, Ricardo Víctor Roggero.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:37

Country, Argentine Cooperation Ties Excellent - Diplomat
Argentinean ambassador to Angola, Ricardo Víctor Roggero, Wednesday in Luanda considered excellent the relations of bilateral cooperation in various domains between his country and Angola.
Source : AllAfrica | 09-Oct-2008 10:37

Kenya: Team Set for Trip to Rio
The Kenya team to this year's World Half-Marathon flies out Thursday for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, venue of the championship on Saturday.
Source : AllAfrica | 08-Oct-2008 10:13

Angola: Culture Minister Considers Solidarity Show Magnificent
The Angolan Culture minister, Rosa Cruz e Silva, said the Saturday evening music show was a magnificent gesture of the Angolan people's solidarity with Cuba, victims of hurricanes.
Source : AllAfrica | 06-Oct-2008 17:23

Angola: Cuban Songstress Delighted At Angolan Public
The vocalist of the Cuban all-female band "Caramelo Son", Danaisis Carrillo, said Saturday evening, in Luanda, that she felt absolutely delighted at the Angolan people's active participation in the concert of solidarity to the victims of the hurricanes that recently hit her country.
Source : AllAfrica | 06-Oct-2008 17:23

Angola: Singer Big Nelo Considers Aid to Cuban People Important
Rapper Big Nelo said last Saturday in Luanda that the Angolan people should necessarily show solidarity to the victims of the natural calamity in Cuba, as they did a lot for Angola, in the most difficult moments.
Source : AllAfrica | 06-Oct-2008 17:23

Africa: The Law's an Asset
AT THE risk of raising eyebrows I must admit that I am a fan of The Simpsons. Their twisted and satirical outlook on life has given me many laughs over the years, especially when they poke fun at lawyers.
Source : AllAfrica | 06-Oct-2008 15:58

Angola: Female Cuban Orchestra Enlivens Luanda Audience
The female orchestra of Cuba "Caramelo Son" Saturday in Luanda enlivened the show attended by about 3,000 fans at "Atlântico" cinema to express solidarity with the victims of the storms in Cuba.
Source : AllAfrica | 06-Oct-2008 12:31

Rwanda: Rukundo Gears Up for Rio Half Marathon
Rwanda's promising long distance runner Sylvain Rukundo has confirmed his readiness to put on a better showing at the 3rd IAAF World Half Marathon race set for October 12 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Source : AllAfrica | 03-Oct-2008 11:34

Angola: Solidarity With Cuba Storm Victims Gathers Over 3,000 Citizens
About 3,000 people will attend Saturday evening in Luanda a "Show in Solidarity" with the victims of Cuba storm, during a gala that will be enlivened by that country's female music band "Caramelo Son" and local musicians.
Source : AllAfrica | 03-Oct-2008 09:06

Uganda: Kayongo to Fight Cuban in U.S. Today
US-based prize fighter Mohammed Kayongo will try to maintain his steady and impressive progress in paid ranks when he takes on Cuba's Alex "Bullet" Perez in a non-title welterweight bout at Grand Casino Hinckley Minnesota today.
Source : AllAfrica | 03-Oct-2008 08:49

Kenya: Mosoti to Represent Country in Rio
Lameck Mokono Mosoti has been included in the Kenya team to this year's World Half Marathon in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, on October 12 replacing top ranked Olympic marathon champion Samuel Wanjiru.
Source : AllAfrica | 02-Oct-2008 08:14