African Think Tanks on the Rise
African Union | 02.03.12 By Motaroki
A recently released report ranking the world’s think tanks shows that African think tanks are on the rise and are in some cases ranking with the best of the best when it comes to public policy research and civic engagement. Continue reading »
African Union will now Support Kenyan War with Al-Shabaab
African Union, Central Africa, East Africa, North Africa, Uncategorized | 11.17.11 By Motaroki
The Kenya Defense Forces now have Pan African backing for their war against the self professed Terrorist organization, Al-Shabaab. The African Union will more than double their forces in the country and expand their peace keeping role to include combat. Uganda has also unilaterally committed troops to fight alongside the Kenyans. Continue reading »
British PMs Party Releases East Africa Famine Appeal Video
East Africa | 11.10.11 By Motaroki
David Cameron’s Conservative party recently released a video on behalf of victims of the historical drought that is affecting millions in East Africa. In the video they bring attention to the more than 12 million people across 4 countries affected by this devastating drought. Party politicians emphasize the immediate need for food, shelter and medical attention and make it clear that they have lead by example by contributing to the East Africa Appeal. British Premier David Cameron anchors the video appeal by calling on Britons to donate online to the East Africa Appeal. Continue reading »
Launch of Working Group on Trade and Investment in Africa
US Africa Trade | 11.02.11 By Motaroki
The First Quarterly meeting between American Private and Public Sector Stakeholders and the African Diplomatic Corps in Washington served as a springboard to launch the Working Group on Trade and Investment in Africa (WGTIA). The Africa Partnership for Economic Growth Caucus (APEGC) co-Chaired by The Honorable Bobby L. Rush, the Ranking Member of the Energy and Power House Subcommittee of the Energy and Commerce Committee and The Honorable Donald M. Payne, the Ranking Member of House Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, and Human Rights, were hosts. Continue reading »
South Sudan – The World’s Newest Country
East Africa | 07.10.11 By Motaroki
This weekend, in Juba, South Sudan, Africa’s 54th nation was born. Millions of people are celebrating a new national identity and new national promise. There is good reason to hope for a better future if the people and leaders of both Sudan and South Sudan commit themselves to the hard work ahead.
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Nigeria’s Anticipated Election – Postponed
West Africa | 04.04.11 By PoliticsAfrica Staff
Confusion, Anger, Disgust are just a few of the words used to describe the reaction of Nigerians to the announcement that national elections would be postponed because ballot papers and result sheets had not been delivered to polling stations. This announcement was made on the day of elections as the general public lined up in anticipation of casting their votes. Continue reading »
Ambassador Princeton Lyman Appointed Special Envoy to Sudan
East Africa | 03.31.11 By Motaroki
President Barack Obama on Thursday announced the appointment of Ambassador Princeton Lyman as the new U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan. Since last August, Princeton Lyman has been a senior adviser to the State Department working on the negotiations between north and south Sudan. He has served as the U.S. ambassador to both Nigeria and South Africa. Continue reading »
Compaore Wins Burkina Faso Vote By Landslide
West Africa | 11.26.10 By PoliticsAfrica Staff
A former Army officer, Blaise Compaore seized power in a 1987 coup
Burkina Faso’s leader Blaise Compaore has won the presidential election in the West African state with a massive 80.21 percent of the vote, according to preliminary results released by authorities. Continue reading »
Nigeria Presidential Vote to Be Held April 9
West Africa | 11.24.10 By PoliticsAfrica Staff
Nigerians remain very divided on the candidacy of Goodluck Jonathan
Nigeria will hold its presidential election on April 9, 2011, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced. Continue reading »
Gambia Severs All Ties With Iran
West Africa | 11.23.10 By Kevin Johnson-Azuara
Yahya Jammeh (R) has a poor human rights record and has been accused of displaying erratic behavior during his time in office
Gambia has severed its ties with Iran, ordering all the Iranians representing their government to leave the country within 48 hours. Continue reading »
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