U.S. President Barack Obama (r) accompanied by N.J Gov. Chris Christie (l) hugs storm victim Donna Vanzant as he tours damage done by Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey October 31, 2012. PHOTO/Reuters/Larry Downing
President Barack Obama joined one of his top Republican critics to visit victims of superstorm Sandy on Wednesday, giving Americans a high-profile display of presidential leadership while leaving rival Mitt Romney awkwardly on the sidelines less than a week before Election
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Venus and Serena Williams boost tennis in Nigeria
On their first visit to Nigeria, Serena and Venus Williams want to inspire local kids to set their goals high.
"We were really able to break the mold and win a lot of Grand Slams and a lot of tournaments and not only that, but kind of change the face of tennis," Serena said Wednesday before an exhibition match against her sister in Lagos on Friday.
"We were able to break the mold in a sport that was really dominated by white people … it doesn’t matter what your background is and
"We were really able to break the mold and win a lot of Grand Slams and a lot of tournaments and not only that, but kind of change the face of tennis," Serena said Wednesday before an exhibition match against her sister in Lagos on Friday.
"We were able to break the mold in a sport that was really dominated by white people … it doesn’t matter what your background is and
Profile: Alex Ihama: Entrepreneur, Life Coach, Inspirational Speaker
Alex Ihama
Alex Ihama, is a Life Coach, Author and Inspirational Speaker who has been delivering keynotes to variety of audiences all over the world for almost two decades.
Widely known for his contagious passion, Ihama is often sought-after for the extensive knowledge which he acquired from his dramatic childhood, his deep researches on life, spiritual and business matters, his wide intercontinental travels, the numerous leadership positions he held in reputable organizations, his
Alex Ihama, is a Life Coach, Author and Inspirational Speaker who has been delivering keynotes to variety of audiences all over the world for almost two decades.
Widely known for his contagious passion, Ihama is often sought-after for the extensive knowledge which he acquired from his dramatic childhood, his deep researches on life, spiritual and business matters, his wide intercontinental travels, the numerous leadership positions he held in reputable organizations, his
Jamaica: New company working to boost green energy by over 50%
Wigton wind farm in Manchester, Jamaica. PHOTO/Jamaica Gleaner
A new Jamaican company is aiming to establish a 24-megawatt wind farm in central Jamaica within a few years.
Clean Alternative Energy Limited (CAEL) is proposing to construct eight 3-megawatt wind turbines in Great Valley Manchester, from which it hopes to sell electricity to the national grid as well as carbon credits to Europe.
The project, which is now at the environmental assessment stage, would increase renewable
A new Jamaican company is aiming to establish a 24-megawatt wind farm in central Jamaica within a few years.
Clean Alternative Energy Limited (CAEL) is proposing to construct eight 3-megawatt wind turbines in Great Valley Manchester, from which it hopes to sell electricity to the national grid as well as carbon credits to Europe.
The project, which is now at the environmental assessment stage, would increase renewable
Danny Sims, music entrepreneur & Bob Marley producer dies
Danny Simms. PHOTO/Hayes Sahlan
Danny Sims, who has died aged 75, was one of the first black music entrepreneurs and the first non-Jamaican to recognise the global potential of the reggae superstar Bob Marley.
Marley was still finding his professional feet outside Jamaica when his songs Stir It Up and Guava Jelly became big hits for the singer Johnny Nash in the early 1970s. Sims signed Marley to his publishing company, Cayman Music, paid him a retainer of US$100 a week and brought in
Danny Sims, who has died aged 75, was one of the first black music entrepreneurs and the first non-Jamaican to recognise the global potential of the reggae superstar Bob Marley.
Marley was still finding his professional feet outside Jamaica when his songs Stir It Up and Guava Jelly became big hits for the singer Johnny Nash in the early 1970s. Sims signed Marley to his publishing company, Cayman Music, paid him a retainer of US$100 a week and brought in
MTN Uganda launches new switching and Data center
MTN Uganda has launched a multi-million dollar Switching and Data Center in Mutundwe, just outside Kampala, and in addition, a new MTN Business Unit that will be a provider of converged communications solutions.
The modern data center is the first of its' kind in the East African region.
MTN Business will focus on the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by providing business solutions that will satisfy the needs of its corporate clientele.
“MTN Business will offer a wide range of
The modern data center is the first of its' kind in the East African region.
MTN Business will focus on the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by providing business solutions that will satisfy the needs of its corporate clientele.
“MTN Business will offer a wide range of
Humanitarian award recipient, Don Meredith, urges Canadians to support hurricane relief
News Release
Ottawa - Last Saturday, Senator Don Meredith was awarded the Nelson Mandela Humanitarian Award at the 2012 Planet Africa Awards. Organized by the Planet Africa Group, these awards are designed to recognize deserving individuals that make a profound difference in society and in the lives of people of African heritage.
Senator Meredith was very humbled and inspired by this honor.
“Nelson Mandela is a great leader who has stood up for human rights and justice for over
Ottawa - Last Saturday, Senator Don Meredith was awarded the Nelson Mandela Humanitarian Award at the 2012 Planet Africa Awards. Organized by the Planet Africa Group, these awards are designed to recognize deserving individuals that make a profound difference in society and in the lives of people of African heritage.
Senator Meredith was very humbled and inspired by this honor.
“Nelson Mandela is a great leader who has stood up for human rights and justice for over
Jamaica, Haiti report heavy losses from Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy destroyed 70 percent of the crops in southern Haiti and caused widespread deaths of livestock, while in neighboring Jamaica it left at least US$16.5 million worth of damage in its wake, officials in the Caribbean nations announced Tuesday.
Haitian Ministry of Agriculture official Jean Debalio Jean-Jacques said the government has not yet put a dollar figure on the losses. But as the top agriculture ministry official in Haiti's Southern Department, he said many poor farmers
Haitian Ministry of Agriculture official Jean Debalio Jean-Jacques said the government has not yet put a dollar figure on the losses. But as the top agriculture ministry official in Haiti's Southern Department, he said many poor farmers
Election 2012: Obama to visit Hurricane Sandy victims as campaign rolls on
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
President Barack Obama put campaign battleground travel on hold to tour the ravaged New Jersey coast Wednesday, while under-the-wire campaigning resumed in swing state Florida that is critical to Republican Mitt Romney's victory plan.
Obama is emphasizing his incumbent's role for a third straight day, skipping voter contact in the handful of states that will decide the election to visit victims
President Barack Obama put campaign battleground travel on hold to tour the ravaged New Jersey coast Wednesday, while under-the-wire campaigning resumed in swing state Florida that is critical to Republican Mitt Romney's victory plan.
Obama is emphasizing his incumbent's role for a third straight day, skipping voter contact in the handful of states that will decide the election to visit victims
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Dangote invests in South Africa
Aliko Dangote, founder, President and Chief Executive of the Dangote Group
Sephaku Cement- a subsidiary of Dangote Cement and an indigenous player in South Africa’s cement industry, has signed US$222 million of domestic debt funding for its US$390 million cement and clinker plant projects spanning two provinces in the continent’s biggest economy.
A statement from the Dangote Group indicated that the company was advised on the transaction by Sasfin Capital, which is jointly funded by
Sephaku Cement- a subsidiary of Dangote Cement and an indigenous player in South Africa’s cement industry, has signed US$222 million of domestic debt funding for its US$390 million cement and clinker plant projects spanning two provinces in the continent’s biggest economy.
A statement from the Dangote Group indicated that the company was advised on the transaction by Sasfin Capital, which is jointly funded by
Incidence of sudden cardiac arrest higher in Black people
Incidence of sudden cardiac arrest higher in Black people. IMAGE/iStockphoto
In a survey released on October 17, the Heart Rhythm Society, along with Ipsos Healthcare, reported that sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) claims 350,000 lives in the United States each year, at a rate of nearly 1,000 people per day. Despite the fact that sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States, only 18 percent of African Americans were aware of the condition, compared with 24 percent of
In a survey released on October 17, the Heart Rhythm Society, along with Ipsos Healthcare, reported that sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) claims 350,000 lives in the United States each year, at a rate of nearly 1,000 people per day. Despite the fact that sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States, only 18 percent of African Americans were aware of the condition, compared with 24 percent of
Grenada to launch national health insurance program in 2013
Grenada which has announced 2013 as the scheduled start of several major initiatives – including the beginning of construction of a new parliament building – is promising to unveil another project next year.
Senator Ann Peters, the Minister of Health, has said that “significant work” has been completed in setting up a national health insurance program for Grenada.
The work has included the submission of a report by consultant Professor Karl Theodore of the University of the
Senator Ann Peters, the Minister of Health, has said that “significant work” has been completed in setting up a national health insurance program for Grenada.
The work has included the submission of a report by consultant Professor Karl Theodore of the University of the
East Africa: Shortage of skilled workers in oil and gas industry slowing development of sector
Oil rig in Uganda. PHOTO/Tullow Oil
A shortage of trained oil and gas workers in East Africa is slowing development of new fields following a series of major discoveries and may force governments to relax rules requiring companies to employ local people.
Governments are now investing in programmes to train skilled oil and gas workers, but they are hampered by weak education systems and the high costs involved.
Rolake Akinkugbe, head of energy research at Ecobank, said it would take
A shortage of trained oil and gas workers in East Africa is slowing development of new fields following a series of major discoveries and may force governments to relax rules requiring companies to employ local people.
Governments are now investing in programmes to train skilled oil and gas workers, but they are hampered by weak education systems and the high costs involved.
Rolake Akinkugbe, head of energy research at Ecobank, said it would take
Election 2012: Obama cancels Wednesday campaign appearance in Ohio - Hurricane Sandy
U.S. President Barack Obama with officials of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). PHOTO/Nicholas Kramm/AFP/Getty Images
The politics of Hurricane Sandy are obviously difficult to game out. But the White House has clearly decided that it would look uncomfortably partisan for the president to be on the stump while the federal government was managing a massive natural disaster. And so, on Tuesday morning, the administration announced that President Barack Obama would be off the
The politics of Hurricane Sandy are obviously difficult to game out. But the White House has clearly decided that it would look uncomfortably partisan for the president to be on the stump while the federal government was managing a massive natural disaster. And so, on Tuesday morning, the administration announced that President Barack Obama would be off the
Hurricane Sandy damage to agriculture estimated to be J$ 1 billion
Around 11,000 farmers are thought to have been affected by Hurricane Sandy as it swept through Jamaica last week.
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Ian Hayles, says early estimates indicate that close to 11,000 farmers across the island have been affected by Hurricane Sandy, with some 1,500 hectares of crops "totally destroyed".
Addressing journalists following a tour of a number of banana farms in St Mary on 26 October, the State Minister said
Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Ian Hayles, says early estimates indicate that close to 11,000 farmers across the island have been affected by Hurricane Sandy, with some 1,500 hectares of crops "totally destroyed".
Addressing journalists following a tour of a number of banana farms in St Mary on 26 October, the State Minister said
South Africa: President Jacob Zuma on track for re-election
South African President Jacob Zuma. PHOTO/File
As the labor unrest in the mining sector in South Africa eases, a politically battered but defiant President Jacob Zuma battered still looks likely to beat his rivals to win a party leadership election in December.
With most strikers in gold and platinum mines returning to work after threats of dismissal and some sweeteners on pay, Mr. Zuma appears to be weathering the biggest threat so far to his plans to stay on as leader of the ruling
As the labor unrest in the mining sector in South Africa eases, a politically battered but defiant President Jacob Zuma battered still looks likely to beat his rivals to win a party leadership election in December.
With most strikers in gold and platinum mines returning to work after threats of dismissal and some sweeteners on pay, Mr. Zuma appears to be weathering the biggest threat so far to his plans to stay on as leader of the ruling
Monday, October 29, 2012
New Nevis-Based breast cancer treatment clinics await approval to operate
Nevis-based Cancer Cleared Clinics said last week that it is waiting for approval to operate its breast cancer clinics in thirty countries.
Cancer Cleared Clinics claims to have a unique and tested combination of therapies that are more effective and less harmful to the body than the current methods of cancer treatment used in the United States. This treatment is not available in the United States. Those countries that pay for their citizens’ health care can benefit from this low cost
Cancer Cleared Clinics claims to have a unique and tested combination of therapies that are more effective and less harmful to the body than the current methods of cancer treatment used in the United States. This treatment is not available in the United States. Those countries that pay for their citizens’ health care can benefit from this low cost
South Africa prepared to host BRICS development bank
South Africa today indicted that it was ready to host a planned development bank for the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) grouping of five emerging economies.
Officials from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa are working on feasibility studies for the creation of a BRICS bank expected to mobilize resources for infrastructural development projects in developing nations.
The launch of the BRICS development bank in South Africa would provide Africa, the
Officials from Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa are working on feasibility studies for the creation of a BRICS bank expected to mobilize resources for infrastructural development projects in developing nations.
The launch of the BRICS development bank in South Africa would provide Africa, the
Profile: Quintin E. Primo III, Chairman, CEO and co-founder Capri Capital partners
Quintin E. Primo III, Chairman, CEO and co-founder Capri Capital partners
Quintin E. Primo, III is a Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of Capri Capital Partners.
Mr Primo co-founded Capri Capital Partners in 1992 with Daryl J. Carter as a real estate investment firm to capitalize on opportunities resulting from severely constrained capital markets in the United States.
Under his stewardship, Capri Capital Partners has grown its portfolio to the extent that it now
Quintin E. Primo, III is a Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chairman of Capri Capital Partners.
Mr Primo co-founded Capri Capital Partners in 1992 with Daryl J. Carter as a real estate investment firm to capitalize on opportunities resulting from severely constrained capital markets in the United States.
Under his stewardship, Capri Capital Partners has grown its portfolio to the extent that it now
Haiti is under new international dictatorship says author
Justin Podur issues a powerful challenge and wake-up call to the international NGO and development community.
(PR Newswire) - Haiti is again living under a dictatorship, says author Justin Podur. Podur, author of Haiti's New Dictatorship: The Coup, the Earthquake and the UN Occupation, explains that the people of Haiti have no effective say over their economic and political affairs; their right to assemble and organize politically is sharply limited; and human rights violations are
(PR Newswire) - Haiti is again living under a dictatorship, says author Justin Podur. Podur, author of Haiti's New Dictatorship: The Coup, the Earthquake and the UN Occupation, explains that the people of Haiti have no effective say over their economic and political affairs; their right to assemble and organize politically is sharply limited; and human rights violations are
Funke Opeke, CEO of Main One Cable wins 2012 CNBC All Africa Businesswoman of the Year
Funke Opeke CEO of Main One Cable. PHOTO/File
The CEO of the Main One Cable company, Ms. Funke Opeke has won the 2012 CNBC All Africa Businesswoman of the Year award (AABLA) at the award ceremony held in Midrand South Africa on October 25, 2012.
The AABLA, an initiative of CNBC Africa, serves as a platform to discover business leaders that are creating a culture of entrepreneurship, developing best practices and carving powerful and sustainable business models in Africa and the global
The CEO of the Main One Cable company, Ms. Funke Opeke has won the 2012 CNBC All Africa Businesswoman of the Year award (AABLA) at the award ceremony held in Midrand South Africa on October 25, 2012.
The AABLA, an initiative of CNBC Africa, serves as a platform to discover business leaders that are creating a culture of entrepreneurship, developing best practices and carving powerful and sustainable business models in Africa and the global
Hurricane Sandy heads to North America, death toll in Caribbean - 65
As Americans brace for Hurricane Sandy, Haiti was still suffering.
Officials raised the storm-related death toll across the Caribbean to 65, with 51 of those coming in Haiti, which was pelted by three days of constant rains that ended only on Friday.
As the rains stopped and rivers began to recede, authorities were getting a fuller idea of how much damage Sandy brought on Haiti. Bridges collapsed. Banana crops were ruined. Homes were underwater. Officials said the death toll might
Officials raised the storm-related death toll across the Caribbean to 65, with 51 of those coming in Haiti, which was pelted by three days of constant rains that ended only on Friday.
As the rains stopped and rivers began to recede, authorities were getting a fuller idea of how much damage Sandy brought on Haiti. Bridges collapsed. Banana crops were ruined. Homes were underwater. Officials said the death toll might
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Kenya's Patrick Makau wins Frankfurt Marathon
Kenya's Patrick Makau crosses the finish line of the Frankfurt Marathon. PHOTO/AP
World record holder Patrick Makau of Kenya won the Frankfurt Marathon in cold and sunny conditions Sunday in a race where each of the top 10 men's runners hailed from Africa.
Makau crossed the line in 2 hours, 6 minutes and 8 seconds. Makau was hoping to challenge his world-best mark of 2:03:38 set in Berlin 13 months ago. Makau took the lead for the first time with 1:56:40 on the clock after overtaking
World record holder Patrick Makau of Kenya won the Frankfurt Marathon in cold and sunny conditions Sunday in a race where each of the top 10 men's runners hailed from Africa.
Makau crossed the line in 2 hours, 6 minutes and 8 seconds. Makau was hoping to challenge his world-best mark of 2:03:38 set in Berlin 13 months ago. Makau took the lead for the first time with 1:56:40 on the clock after overtaking
Barbados: Central Bank Governor DeLisle Worrell clashes with IMF head
Governor of the Barbados Central Bank., Delisle Worrell. PHOTO/FP
(Barbados Nation) - Barbados Central Bank Governor Dr DeLisle Worrell has gone head-to-head with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) boss, telling her that her agency has been giving “bad advice” to countries like Barbados and, like it or lump it, devaluation is not an option for this country.
A tough-talking Worrell gave IMF managing director Christine Lagarde a blunt assessment of the IMF approach to Barbados and
(Barbados Nation) - Barbados Central Bank Governor Dr DeLisle Worrell has gone head-to-head with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) boss, telling her that her agency has been giving “bad advice” to countries like Barbados and, like it or lump it, devaluation is not an option for this country.
A tough-talking Worrell gave IMF managing director Christine Lagarde a blunt assessment of the IMF approach to Barbados and
WTA Championships: Serena Williams crowned champ as she beats Maria Sharapova in final
A victorius Serena Williams with the trophy after defeating Maria Sharapova in WTA championship final. PHOTO/Getty Images
Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to win the WTA Championships for the third time and finish the year with another title although not the top ranking.
Williams finished the year with a 59-4 record. Since her first-round loss at the French Open, the American is 31-1, winning Wimbledon, the Olympic gold medal and the U.S. Open.
But she will
Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to win the WTA Championships for the third time and finish the year with another title although not the top ranking.
Williams finished the year with a 59-4 record. Since her first-round loss at the French Open, the American is 31-1, winning Wimbledon, the Olympic gold medal and the U.S. Open.
But she will
Election 2012: Obama on track to 270 Electoral Vote victory
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
President Barack Obama is poised to eke out a victory in the race for the 270 electoral votes needed to win re-election, having beaten back Republican Mitt Romney's attempts to convert momentum from the debates into support in all-important Ohio, according to an Associated Press analysis a week before Election Day.
While the Democratic incumbent has the upper hand in the electoral vote hunt,
President Barack Obama is poised to eke out a victory in the race for the 270 electoral votes needed to win re-election, having beaten back Republican Mitt Romney's attempts to convert momentum from the debates into support in all-important Ohio, according to an Associated Press analysis a week before Election Day.
While the Democratic incumbent has the upper hand in the electoral vote hunt,
Nigeria: Suicide bomber rams into church, 8 killed - Boko Haram suspected
A suicide bomber rammed an SUV loaded with explosives into a Catholic church holding Mass on Sunday in northern Nigeria, killing at least eight people and wounding more than 100 others in an attack that sparked reprisal killings in the city, authorities and witnesses said.
The car bombing, the latest high-casualty attack targeting churches, comes as people fear more reprisal killings and religious violence could follow in this city and elsewhere along Nigeria's uneasy religious fault
The car bombing, the latest high-casualty attack targeting churches, comes as people fear more reprisal killings and religious violence could follow in this city and elsewhere along Nigeria's uneasy religious fault
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Profile: Bob Collymore, CEO of Safaricom
Bob Collymore., CEO of mobile operator Safaricom (Kenya). PHOTO/File
A profile of Guyana native, Bob Collymore; the CEO of East Africa's largest mobile operator, Safaricom.
What was your first job?
Collymore: I first started earning money at the age of 12 when I was still living with my grandmother in Guyana. I would make art pieces from plasticine moulds sent to me by my mother who was then in the UK. I would also make little brooches from coconut shells and from these art pieces, I
A profile of Guyana native, Bob Collymore; the CEO of East Africa's largest mobile operator, Safaricom.
What was your first job?
Collymore: I first started earning money at the age of 12 when I was still living with my grandmother in Guyana. I would make art pieces from plasticine moulds sent to me by my mother who was then in the UK. I would also make little brooches from coconut shells and from these art pieces, I
BLP preparing for Impending Elections in Barbados
(Barbados Nation) - The Barbados Labor Party (BLP) today rallied its troops to “answer the call” by Barbadians for leadership, good governance and programmes to put people back to work.
Gathering in large numbers at the Queen’s Park Steel Shed on the second day of their 74th annual conference which climaxes tomorrow, party faithful were told by an upbeat chairman Dr Jerome Walcott that they were on the path to victory and change in Barbados.
Noting that the attendance at
Gathering in large numbers at the Queen’s Park Steel Shed on the second day of their 74th annual conference which climaxes tomorrow, party faithful were told by an upbeat chairman Dr Jerome Walcott that they were on the path to victory and change in Barbados.
Noting that the attendance at
Mellody Hobson: New Chairperson of DreamWorks Animation
Mellody Hobson. PHOTO/Victor Powell
Mellody Hobson becomes the Chairperson of DreamWorks Animation following the resignation of Roger Enrico.
Hobson, 43, is president of Chicago-based Ariel Investments LLC, which manages more than US$3 billion in assets. Ariel Mutual Funds. Ariel is reportedly among the largest African American-owned money management and mutual fund companies in the U.S.
Hobson regularly contributes commentary on financial issues on ABC’s Good Morning America and
Mellody Hobson becomes the Chairperson of DreamWorks Animation following the resignation of Roger Enrico.
Hobson, 43, is president of Chicago-based Ariel Investments LLC, which manages more than US$3 billion in assets. Ariel Mutual Funds. Ariel is reportedly among the largest African American-owned money management and mutual fund companies in the U.S.
Hobson regularly contributes commentary on financial issues on ABC’s Good Morning America and
Kirani James of Grenada named Commonwealth Male Athlete of the Year
A jubilant Kirani James of Grenada after winning the 400m gold. PHOTO/Getty Images
Grenada sprinting superstar Kirani James has been named the Commonwealth Male Athlete of the Year, following a ceremony this week in Trinidad & Tobago.
James received the honor at the 30th annual Commonwealth Sports Awards, finishing ahead of two finalists, Yohan Blake of Jamaica and Mo Farah of the United Kingdom.
In the women’s category, Vivian Cheruiyot of Kenya was named the most outstanding
Grenada sprinting superstar Kirani James has been named the Commonwealth Male Athlete of the Year, following a ceremony this week in Trinidad & Tobago.
James received the honor at the 30th annual Commonwealth Sports Awards, finishing ahead of two finalists, Yohan Blake of Jamaica and Mo Farah of the United Kingdom.
In the women’s category, Vivian Cheruiyot of Kenya was named the most outstanding
South Africa: Labor unrest, strikes wind down with Amplats deal
(Reuters) - Workers have reached a deal with Anglo American Platinum to reinstate 12,000 miners sacked for an illegal strike, which could end the last big industrial action rocking South Africa's mining sector.
Months of wildcat strikes have cut production in the platinum and gold sectors, raising concerns about slowing economic growth.
"They agreed to reinstate all the dismissed workers on the provision that they return to work by Tuesday," Lesiba Seshoka, spokesman for the powerful
Months of wildcat strikes have cut production in the platinum and gold sectors, raising concerns about slowing economic growth.
"They agreed to reinstate all the dismissed workers on the provision that they return to work by Tuesday," Lesiba Seshoka, spokesman for the powerful
WTA Championships: Serena Williams beats Agnieszka Radwanska to reach final
Serena Williams beats Agnieszka Radwanska to reach WTA Championships. PHOTO/Getty Images
Serena Willliams cruised into the final of the WTA Championships by beating Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland 6-2, 6-1 Saturday.
Williams was never challenged by the fourth-ranked Radwanska apart from dropping serve in the fourth game of the first set.
To reach the semifinals, Radwanska beat Sara Errani after 3 hours, 29 minutes -- the longest best-of-three match in WTA Championships
Serena Willliams cruised into the final of the WTA Championships by beating Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland 6-2, 6-1 Saturday.
Williams was never challenged by the fourth-ranked Radwanska apart from dropping serve in the fourth game of the first set.
To reach the semifinals, Radwanska beat Sara Errani after 3 hours, 29 minutes -- the longest best-of-three match in WTA Championships
Friday, October 26, 2012
Election 2012: Mia Love on track to becoming 1st black Republican woman elected to Congress
Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love speaks at the Republican state convention, Saturday, April 21, 2012 in Sandy, Utah. PHOTO/Leah Hogsten/The Salt Lake Tribune/AP Photo
In her bid to become the first black Republican woman elected to Congress, Mia Love is the party’s emblem of diversity this campaign year. She’s reluctant to embrace the role, saying she doesn’t let race or gender define her politics.
The 36-year-old mayor of Saratoga Springs, Utah, points to her policy stances as the
In her bid to become the first black Republican woman elected to Congress, Mia Love is the party’s emblem of diversity this campaign year. She’s reluctant to embrace the role, saying she doesn’t let race or gender define her politics.
The 36-year-old mayor of Saratoga Springs, Utah, points to her policy stances as the
Caribbean Airlines flight makes emergency landing
A Caribbean Airlines (CAL) plane with 52 people on board made an emergency landing at the Piarco International Airport (Trinidad & Tobago) on Friday after the pilot noticed that part of the engine of the French built aircraft had become detached, a senior Caribbean Airlines official said.
The captain having declared an emergency landing when a section of the engine was observed to have become detached on lift off, Caribbean Airlines public relations manager Clint Williams told
The captain having declared an emergency landing when a section of the engine was observed to have become detached on lift off, Caribbean Airlines public relations manager Clint Williams told
UCT GSB voted Africa's best business school 2012
The University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) in South Africa has been rated the top business school in Africa at the 5th Eduniversal World Convention of the Best Business Schools, held from 17 to 19 October in Lima, Peru.
This is the fifth time that the UCT GSB has walked away with top honors at the event. Another South African university, the University of Stellenbosch Business School was rated second.
In 2012, the UCT GSB MBA was ranked for the eighth
This is the fifth time that the UCT GSB has walked away with top honors at the event. Another South African university, the University of Stellenbosch Business School was rated second.
In 2012, the UCT GSB MBA was ranked for the eighth
WTA Championships: Serena Williams defeats Victoria Azarenka - advances to semis
Serena Williams in action against Li Na. PHOTO/AP
Serena Williams extended her dominance over the top-ranked player in the world on Thursday, defeating Victoria Azarenka 6-4, 6-4 at the WTA Championships.
Williams improved to 11-1 overall against Azarenka, winning the last nine matches. Williams beat Azarenka in the semifinals of Wimbledon and at the London Olympics.
"Maybe I'm doing the right things at the right time,'' said Williams, who also beat Azarenka to win the U.S. Open
Serena Williams extended her dominance over the top-ranked player in the world on Thursday, defeating Victoria Azarenka 6-4, 6-4 at the WTA Championships.
Williams improved to 11-1 overall against Azarenka, winning the last nine matches. Williams beat Azarenka in the semifinals of Wimbledon and at the London Olympics.
"Maybe I'm doing the right things at the right time,'' said Williams, who also beat Azarenka to win the U.S. Open
Hurricane Sandy pounds the Bahamas - 29 reportedly killed in the Caribbean
Satellite image of Hurricane Sandy moving over The Bahamas. PHOTO/Reuters
Hurricane Sandy raged through the Bahamas early Friday after leaving 29 people dead across the Caribbean, following a path that could see it blend with a winter storm to hit the U.S. East Coast with a super-storm next week.
Sandy knocked out power, flooded roads and cut off islands in the storm-hardened Bahamas as it charged through Cat Island and Eleuthera, with authorities reporting one death in the scattered
Hurricane Sandy raged through the Bahamas early Friday after leaving 29 people dead across the Caribbean, following a path that could see it blend with a winter storm to hit the U.S. East Coast with a super-storm next week.
Sandy knocked out power, flooded roads and cut off islands in the storm-hardened Bahamas as it charged through Cat Island and Eleuthera, with authorities reporting one death in the scattered
Thursday, October 25, 2012
FATCA: Barbados considering agreement with the U.S
Barbados has set up a select committee to determine whether the country should enter an intergovernmental agreement with the United States government on the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
This was revealed by Prime Minister Freundel Stuart during the opening of the third International Business Conference that caps off this year’s International Business Week organized by the Barbados International Business Association and its strategic partners.
(More: The new US Tax
This was revealed by Prime Minister Freundel Stuart during the opening of the third International Business Conference that caps off this year’s International Business Week organized by the Barbados International Business Association and its strategic partners.
(More: The new US Tax
Acclaimed architect David Adjaye tops Britain's PowerList 2013
Highly acclaimed architect.,David Adjaye. PHOTO/File
David Adjaye, the architect chosen to design Washington DC's US$500 million National Museum of African American History and Culture, has topped a list of Britain's most influential black people, ahead of double Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah and The Wire star Idris Elba.
In the sixth edition of the annual PowerList, the top 100 people regarded as role models in their fields, the Tanzanian-born founder of Adjaye Associates is hailed
David Adjaye, the architect chosen to design Washington DC's US$500 million National Museum of African American History and Culture, has topped a list of Britain's most influential black people, ahead of double Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah and The Wire star Idris Elba.
In the sixth edition of the annual PowerList, the top 100 people regarded as role models in their fields, the Tanzanian-born founder of Adjaye Associates is hailed
Election 2012: Colin Powell endorses Barack Obama for president
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell meets with President Barack Obama, in the Oval Office. PHOTO/AP
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell, a longtime Republican, is sticking with President Barack Obama in this year’s election.
He tells “CBS This Morning” he respects Mitt Romney but thinks he’s been vague on many issues.
Speaking of Obama, Powell said the president got the United States out of Iraq and has laid out a plan for leaving Afghanistan “and didn’t get us into
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell, a longtime Republican, is sticking with President Barack Obama in this year’s election.
He tells “CBS This Morning” he respects Mitt Romney but thinks he’s been vague on many issues.
Speaking of Obama, Powell said the president got the United States out of Iraq and has laid out a plan for leaving Afghanistan “and didn’t get us into
Jamaica: Hurricane warning lifted as Sandy moves north - damage estimated in billions
Projected path of Hurricane Sandy. IMAGE/U.S. National Hurricane Center
The Meteorological Service has discontinued the Hurricane Warning for Jamaica as significant improvement in weather conditions are now being experienced after the passage of Hurricane Sandy. The island is no longer at threat of hurricane or tropical storm force winds as Sandy continues to move away.
At 4:00 am (E.S.T), the center of Hurricane Sandy was located near Latitude 20.9 degrees North, Longitude 75.8 degrees
The Meteorological Service has discontinued the Hurricane Warning for Jamaica as significant improvement in weather conditions are now being experienced after the passage of Hurricane Sandy. The island is no longer at threat of hurricane or tropical storm force winds as Sandy continues to move away.
At 4:00 am (E.S.T), the center of Hurricane Sandy was located near Latitude 20.9 degrees North, Longitude 75.8 degrees
South Africa: Gold miners sign new deal - labor unrest in sector ends
Striking South African gold miners have signed a pay deal to end months of labor unrest, the country's main mining union and mine owners said on Thursday.
"Members have accepted a new pay structure," the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) said.
"The worst in the gold sector is over," spokesman Lesiba Seshoka told AFP.
The Chamber of Mines confirmed its offer of cumulative wage increases of 11 percent to 20.8 percent had been accepted.
On top of a July agreement to up wages,
"Members have accepted a new pay structure," the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) said.
"The worst in the gold sector is over," spokesman Lesiba Seshoka told AFP.
The Chamber of Mines confirmed its offer of cumulative wage increases of 11 percent to 20.8 percent had been accepted.
On top of a July agreement to up wages,
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
South African company, TPN, resisting eBay's bid to shut them down
A rental company in Johannesburg, South Africa, is fighting an attempt by online giant eBay to shut down its RentBay website.
Tenant Profile Network (TPN) received a lawyer’s letter from eBay in May, which claimed that its RentBay website "deceived" eBay’s millions of customers. TPN sells information on tenant behavior to property owners. It also operates the RentBay website, where it lists rental properties without charge.
Large companies often bully smaller ones into changing
Tenant Profile Network (TPN) received a lawyer’s letter from eBay in May, which claimed that its RentBay website "deceived" eBay’s millions of customers. TPN sells information on tenant behavior to property owners. It also operates the RentBay website, where it lists rental properties without charge.
Large companies often bully smaller ones into changing
Election 2012: Obama continues lead over Romney in Ohio
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney
Election 2012, 13 days until the election day, President Barack Obama leads Mitt Romney in Ohio, the most important swing state in 2012 election.
According to a SurveyUSA new poll released Wednesday President Barack Obama remains slightly ahead of Mitt Romney in the battle for the Buckeye State's 18 electoral votes, according to a SurveyUSA poll conducted for WCMH-TV in Columbus. in Ohio 14 days until
Election 2012, 13 days until the election day, President Barack Obama leads Mitt Romney in Ohio, the most important swing state in 2012 election.
According to a SurveyUSA new poll released Wednesday President Barack Obama remains slightly ahead of Mitt Romney in the battle for the Buckeye State's 18 electoral votes, according to a SurveyUSA poll conducted for WCMH-TV in Columbus. in Ohio 14 days until
Chelsea to extend John Obi Mikel contract
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel. PHOTO/PA Wire
Chelsea and Nigerian midfielder, John Obi Mikel, is set to sign an improved four year contract with the reigning European champions.
The player's agent, John Ola Shittu, said “Mikel will soon sign a new five year deal with Chelsea, with an improved salary”.
“We are just about finalizing the details of the deal and it can be announced anytime soon by the club.
Mikel has a year left on his contract and Chelsea has decided to
Chelsea and Nigerian midfielder, John Obi Mikel, is set to sign an improved four year contract with the reigning European champions.
The player's agent, John Ola Shittu, said “Mikel will soon sign a new five year deal with Chelsea, with an improved salary”.
“We are just about finalizing the details of the deal and it can be announced anytime soon by the club.
Mikel has a year left on his contract and Chelsea has decided to
Sandy now a category 1 hurricane as it hits Jamaica
Projected path of Hurricane Sandy. IMAGE/U.S. National Hurricane Center
Hurricane Sandy pounded Jamaica with heavy rain as it headed for landfall Wednesday near the country's most populous city on a track that would carry it across the Caribbean island to Cuba, and a possible threat to Florida.
The country's international airports closed, cruise ships changed their itineraries and police ordered 48-hour curfews in major towns to keep people off the streets and deter looting as the
Hurricane Sandy pounded Jamaica with heavy rain as it headed for landfall Wednesday near the country's most populous city on a track that would carry it across the Caribbean island to Cuba, and a possible threat to Florida.
The country's international airports closed, cruise ships changed their itineraries and police ordered 48-hour curfews in major towns to keep people off the streets and deter looting as the
WTA Championships: Serena Williams defeats Angelique Kerber in straight sets
Serena Williams returns a shot from Angelique Kerber. PHOTO/Julian Finney/Getty Images
(AP) - With the year-end top ranking out of reach, Serena Williams will settle for the title at the WTA Championships.
In her first match since winning the U.S. Open in September, Williams defeated Angelique Kerber 6-4, 6-1 Tuesday to start round-robin play in the season-ending event featuring the top eight players in the world.
"Obviously, I would rather win majors. I've been No. 1 and I would love
(AP) - With the year-end top ranking out of reach, Serena Williams will settle for the title at the WTA Championships.
In her first match since winning the U.S. Open in September, Williams defeated Angelique Kerber 6-4, 6-1 Tuesday to start round-robin play in the season-ending event featuring the top eight players in the world.
"Obviously, I would rather win majors. I've been No. 1 and I would love
Mali: Military intervention to retake north not likely until 2013
A planned African-led military offensive to reclaim northern Mali from al-Qaeda-linked insurgents is unlikely to begin before next year — despite growing concern about the terrorist threat militants there pose to the continent and the rest of the world, a West African official said Tuesday.
An international plan is being finalized to help Mali's interim government root out the Islamist groups, including al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, that have become the de facto rulers of the
An international plan is being finalized to help Mali's interim government root out the Islamist groups, including al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb, that have become the de facto rulers of the
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
LeBron James, Kevin Durant most likely to win MVP award - NBA GMs
Basket ball stars Kevin Durant (l) with LeBron James. PHOTO/Sue Ogrocki/AP
The annual NBA general manager survey came out yesterday. All 30 general managers were asked 57 questions from which team will most likely win the title to which player will win the MVP.
LeBron James and the Miami Heat got a lot of love from the general managers and to no surprise, 70 percent of the general managers believe Miami will repeat as champions this season. The Lakers came in at 23.3 percent while only
The annual NBA general manager survey came out yesterday. All 30 general managers were asked 57 questions from which team will most likely win the title to which player will win the MVP.
LeBron James and the Miami Heat got a lot of love from the general managers and to no surprise, 70 percent of the general managers believe Miami will repeat as champions this season. The Lakers came in at 23.3 percent while only
Housing market in Jamaica recovers
The housing market in Jamaica has been on a minor upswing. Demand for mid to upper priced homes worth J$25 million (US$ 277,000) and above has risen, encouraged by declining loan rates and competition in the mortgage market. Professionals, pension funds, and individual buyers, some first-time buyers, are expressing interest in in J$25 million (US$ 277,000) -worth homes Kingston 6, Kingston 8, as well as some parts of Kingston 9.
The Realtors Association of Jamaica notes that Multiple
The Realtors Association of Jamaica notes that Multiple
The nominees for the Forbes Africa Person of the Year 2012 are...
The Forbes Africa Person of the Year has announced the top five candidates for this years title. The winner of this award would have had an influence on the events of the year gone by on the African continent.
Dr James Mwangi
Dr James Mwangi: CEO and managing director of Kenya's Equity Bank Limited. Motivation: Dr James Mwangi won the Ernest and Young Entrepreneur of the Year award 2012 as well as the Africa Innovation Leader of the Year Awards in 2012. Equity Bank is planning to
Dr James Mwangi
Dr James Mwangi: CEO and managing director of Kenya's Equity Bank Limited. Motivation: Dr James Mwangi won the Ernest and Young Entrepreneur of the Year award 2012 as well as the Africa Innovation Leader of the Year Awards in 2012. Equity Bank is planning to
Jesse Jackson Jr. returning to Mayo Clinic for further treatment - colleagues
U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. addresses the audience at the Democratic National Convention 2008 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado, on August 25, 2008. PHOTO/Richards/AFP/Getty Images
Two colleagues who visited Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. at his Washington, D.C. home Monday say he is en route to Rochester, Minnesota, for further in-patient treatment at the Mayo Clinic.
Fellow congressmen Danny Davis and Bobby Rush said there were times of laughter and tears during their 90 minute
Two colleagues who visited Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. at his Washington, D.C. home Monday say he is en route to Rochester, Minnesota, for further in-patient treatment at the Mayo Clinic.
Fellow congressmen Danny Davis and Bobby Rush said there were times of laughter and tears during their 90 minute
Jamaica: Tropical storm warning as Sandy approaches
Satellite image of Tropical Storm Sandy. IMAGE/NASA
A tropical storm warning has been issued for Jamaica as Tropical Storm Sandy approaches and is expected to strengthen.
Sandy's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 75 kph (45 mph). But the U.S. National Hurricane Center says Sandy is forecast to be a hurricane when it nears Jamaica on Wednesday.
The storm is centered about 525 kilometers (325 miles) south-southwest of Kingston, Jamaica, and is moving north-northeast near
A tropical storm warning has been issued for Jamaica as Tropical Storm Sandy approaches and is expected to strengthen.
Sandy's maximum sustained winds early Tuesday are near 75 kph (45 mph). But the U.S. National Hurricane Center says Sandy is forecast to be a hurricane when it nears Jamaica on Wednesday.
The storm is centered about 525 kilometers (325 miles) south-southwest of Kingston, Jamaica, and is moving north-northeast near
Nigeria arrests 15 Russian sailors smuggling arms
(Reuters) - Authorities in Nigeria seized a ship and arrested its 15 Russian crew members on suspicion of arms smuggling, after they found several guns and about 8,500 rounds of ammunition on the boat, the Navy said on Tuesday.
The vessel was intercepted over the weekend in Lagos, one of Africa's busiest ports, Navy spokesman Commodore Aliyu Kabiru said by telephone. It belonged to the Moran Security Group, based in Moscow, and was flying a Dutch flag, he added.
There was no immediate
The vessel was intercepted over the weekend in Lagos, one of Africa's busiest ports, Navy spokesman Commodore Aliyu Kabiru said by telephone. It belonged to the Moran Security Group, based in Moscow, and was flying a Dutch flag, he added.
There was no immediate
Monday, October 22, 2012
Commander in Chief
Tonight, in the last debate between President Obama and his challenger Mitt Romney, the former Governor of Massachusetts came out looking like he could be America's president. But Obama did something else tonight: something he has done ever since his disastrous first debate - The President managed to attack his opponent and also look presidential at the same time. Obama was knowledgeable while Romney appeared like he was not necessarily an opponent. Gov. Romney agreed with Obama at least
Profile: John Washington Rogers Jr., founder, CEO & Chairman of Ariel Investments, LLC
John Washington Rogers Jr., founder, CEO & Chairman of Ariel Capital Management (now Ariel Investments, LLC)
John Washington Rogers Jr., is the founder, CEO & Chairman of Ariel Capital Management (now Ariel Investments, LLC) - one of the largest African American-owned money management and mutual fund companies in the United States.
Mr. Rogers founded Ariel Investments LLC in 1983 while aged 24 years after raising about US$180,000 from family and friends. He named the company Ariel
John Washington Rogers Jr., is the founder, CEO & Chairman of Ariel Capital Management (now Ariel Investments, LLC) - one of the largest African American-owned money management and mutual fund companies in the United States.
Mr. Rogers founded Ariel Investments LLC in 1983 while aged 24 years after raising about US$180,000 from family and friends. He named the company Ariel
Senator Don Meredith welcomes Jamaican Prime Minister Simpson-Miller to Canada
Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper. PHOTO/Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press
News Release
Ottawa, October 22, 2012 – Senator Don Meredith has issued the following statement on the Jamaican Prime Minister’s first official visit to Canada:
“As the first Jamaican appointed to the Senate of Canada, I want to personally welcome the Most Honorable Portia Simpson-Miller to Canada as she conducts her first official visit to our
News Release
Ottawa, October 22, 2012 – Senator Don Meredith has issued the following statement on the Jamaican Prime Minister’s first official visit to Canada:
“As the first Jamaican appointed to the Senate of Canada, I want to personally welcome the Most Honorable Portia Simpson-Miller to Canada as she conducts her first official visit to our
South Africa: Researchers' breakthrough may bring anti HIV vaccine closer
South African scientists have discovered how some people can make potent antibodies capable of neutralizing strains of HIV, taking researchers a step closer to developing a vaccine.
A vaccine that prevents HIV infection has proven elusive for decades, partly because there are many different varieties of the rapidly evolving virus. One of the strategies scientists are exploring is how to produce a vaccine that prompts the body to make "broadly acting antibodies" that combat multiple
A vaccine that prevents HIV infection has proven elusive for decades, partly because there are many different varieties of the rapidly evolving virus. One of the strategies scientists are exploring is how to produce a vaccine that prompts the body to make "broadly acting antibodies" that combat multiple
Jamaica: Simpson-Miller administration, IMF mull over draft agreement
Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has revealed that her administration is now discussing a draft Letter of Intent that will embody its commitments during the period of a new agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Ms. Simpson-Miller made the announcement yesterday, two days after the third Cabinet retreat where the IMF agreement was one of two issues that dominated discussions.
On the subject of the IMF talks, the Prime Minister said an agreement must
Ms. Simpson-Miller made the announcement yesterday, two days after the third Cabinet retreat where the IMF agreement was one of two issues that dominated discussions.
On the subject of the IMF talks, the Prime Minister said an agreement must
Haiti: New evidence points to the U.N. troops as source of cholera
New evidence has emerged about the alleged role of United Nations troops in causing a cholera epidemic in Haiti.
The new evidence could have serious implications for the UN, which is facing an unprecedented legal and moral challenge in Haiti - as well as a multi-billion dollar compensation claim from victims' families.
More than 7,500 people have died from the cholera epidemic in Haiti since it started in late 2010. Hundreds of new cases are still being registered every week.
It is
The new evidence could have serious implications for the UN, which is facing an unprecedented legal and moral challenge in Haiti - as well as a multi-billion dollar compensation claim from victims' families.
More than 7,500 people have died from the cholera epidemic in Haiti since it started in late 2010. Hundreds of new cases are still being registered every week.
It is
Election 2012:McCain voters defecting to Obama are older white males
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - In today's highly polarized political environment it is somewhat surprising to find voters who backed John McCain in 2008 and now support President Barack Obama, but they exist.
Roughly 5 percent of respondents in Reuters/Ipsos polls said they chose the Republican contender in 2008 and will switch to Obama in 2012. This number peaked at around 9 percent two separate times over the
(Reuters) - In today's highly polarized political environment it is somewhat surprising to find voters who backed John McCain in 2008 and now support President Barack Obama, but they exist.
Roughly 5 percent of respondents in Reuters/Ipsos polls said they chose the Republican contender in 2008 and will switch to Obama in 2012. This number peaked at around 9 percent two separate times over the
Mali: Foreign jihadists arriving in northern part of country
Hundreds of jihadist fighters, mainly from Pakistan, Sudan and Western Sahara, arrived in northern Mali over the weekend to support the Islamist groups ahead of a threatened regional intervention, witnesses and a security source told reporters Sunday.
"In the Timbuktu region and around Gao, hundreds of jihadists, mostly Pakistanis, Sudanese and Sahrawis, have arrived as reinforcements to face an offensive by Mali forces and their allies," a Malian security official said on condition of
"In the Timbuktu region and around Gao, hundreds of jihadists, mostly Pakistanis, Sudanese and Sahrawis, have arrived as reinforcements to face an offensive by Mali forces and their allies," a Malian security official said on condition of
Sunday, October 21, 2012
The Relevance of Honey Boo Boo
A few hours before Barack Obama and his challenger Mitt Romney met in New York on October 16, 2012 for their second Presidential Debate, a little girl was asked who she preferred in the White House. To the surprise of most, the 7 year old Honey Boo Boo [of the infamous Here Comes Honey Boo Boo reality television show ] endorsed Barack Obama! Now, all of us secretly endorse people. But does this make national news? Nope. But Honey Boo Boo did. She endorsed Barack Obama – something that might
Africa Internet community launches ambitious expansion plan
Student using Internet resources in Nairobi. PHOTO/Africa Business Source
Enthusiatss and leaders of the Internet community in Africa have unveiled a comprehensive plan designed to dramatically increase African involvement in the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)'s multi-stakeholder model.
The plan will lead to dramatically increased African participation in ICANN and greater presence for the organization on the continent of Africa.
A present, Internet users
Enthusiatss and leaders of the Internet community in Africa have unveiled a comprehensive plan designed to dramatically increase African involvement in the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)'s multi-stakeholder model.
The plan will lead to dramatically increased African participation in ICANN and greater presence for the organization on the continent of Africa.
A present, Internet users
Election 2012: Obama, Romney in dead heat - Obama has upper hand
U.S. President Barack Obama and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama still appears to have the upper hand in the state-by-state fight to cobble together the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency in the November 6 election.
But Romney’s recent surge in the polls after his strong performance in his first debate with Obama on October 3 has propelled the Republican into the lead or within striking distance in enough states
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama still appears to have the upper hand in the state-by-state fight to cobble together the 270 electoral votes needed to win the presidency in the November 6 election.
But Romney’s recent surge in the polls after his strong performance in his first debate with Obama on October 3 has propelled the Republican into the lead or within striking distance in enough states
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Election 2012: Obama, Romney prepare for final debate
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney
With one debate left, President Barack Obama and challenger Mitt Romney are retreating from the campaign trail to bone up on foreign policy, leaving the work of courting voters to their running mates.
Monday's debate in Boca Raton, Florida., with its focus on international affairs, is the third and final between the two rivals and comes just 15 days before the election.
Obama left Friday for Camp
With one debate left, President Barack Obama and challenger Mitt Romney are retreating from the campaign trail to bone up on foreign policy, leaving the work of courting voters to their running mates.
Monday's debate in Boca Raton, Florida., with its focus on international affairs, is the third and final between the two rivals and comes just 15 days before the election.
Obama left Friday for Camp
Nigeria: Boko Haram Islamist sect leader arrested at senator's home
Nigeria's military arrested a member of the radical Islamist sect Boko Haram at the home of a prominent senator, an official said late Friday, adding weight to claims that the violent group has political sponsorship.
Shuaibu Muhammed had been found "in a serving senator's home" in Maiduguri on Thursday night, military spokesman Lt. Col. Sagir Musa said. Musa described Muhammed as a commander who organized attacks in Bama, a town just southeast of Maiduguri in Borno state.
Those living
Shuaibu Muhammed had been found "in a serving senator's home" in Maiduguri on Thursday night, military spokesman Lt. Col. Sagir Musa said. Musa described Muhammed as a commander who organized attacks in Bama, a town just southeast of Maiduguri in Borno state.
Those living
Friday, October 19, 2012
Africa: An economic lion emerges
By 2050, he believes Nigeria will be the most populous country in the world and the African economy will be bigger than that of the United States and Europe combined.
(Reuters) - If you are looking for some good cheer in a pretty gloomy world, consider the growing consensus among some of the world’s smartest money that the next big emerging market may be Africa.
That is great news for Africans: As we have seen across so much of Asia, economic growth has accomplished what decades of
(Reuters) - If you are looking for some good cheer in a pretty gloomy world, consider the growing consensus among some of the world’s smartest money that the next big emerging market may be Africa.
That is great news for Africans: As we have seen across so much of Asia, economic growth has accomplished what decades of
Janice Pereira becomes the first female Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court
Janice Pereira has been appointed Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Ms. Pereira, the first woman to be appointed to the post, replaces Justice Hugh Anthony Rawlins, who retired on July 31, this year, citing personal reasons for his decision to demit office after five years in the position and an overall 12 years as a judge.
Pereira, a graduate of the University of the West Indies (UWI) joined the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court as a High Court judge in 2003 and
Ms. Pereira, the first woman to be appointed to the post, replaces Justice Hugh Anthony Rawlins, who retired on July 31, this year, citing personal reasons for his decision to demit office after five years in the position and an overall 12 years as a judge.
Pereira, a graduate of the University of the West Indies (UWI) joined the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court as a High Court judge in 2003 and
Lincoln Alexander, Canada's first black MP dies at 90
Lincoln Alexander, former Ontario lieutenant governor, Canada's first black MP and cabinet minister has died at the age of 90.
The man known to all as "Linc" was a "living legend" in his hometown of Hamilton and a man whose life and career were "a series of groundbreaking firsts.
At a time when racism was endemic in Canadian society, Lincoln Alexander broke through barriers that treated visible minorities as second-class citizens, strangers in their own land. His whole life was a
The man known to all as "Linc" was a "living legend" in his hometown of Hamilton and a man whose life and career were "a series of groundbreaking firsts.
At a time when racism was endemic in Canadian society, Lincoln Alexander broke through barriers that treated visible minorities as second-class citizens, strangers in their own land. His whole life was a
Mali: Support for military by ECOWAS grows
High-level delegations from the West African bloc - the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the the United Nations met with Malian leaders Friday to hammer out details for proposed military intervention to retake northern Mali, which has been overrun by al-Qaeda affiliated Islamists.
As the crisis drags on, hopes for a negotiated solution appear to be fading. What was once fierce resistance to the prospect of foreign troops in Mali appears to be waning.
Many in
As the crisis drags on, hopes for a negotiated solution appear to be fading. What was once fierce resistance to the prospect of foreign troops in Mali appears to be waning.
Many in
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Election 2012: Obama holds his lead in Iowa, Wisconsin - polls
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
With fewer than three weeks until Election Day, new NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist polls show President Barack Obama maintaining his lead over Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney in the battleground states of Iowa and Wisconsin.
According to the polls – which were conducted from Monday through Wednesday, encompassing Tuesday’s presidential debate in New York and after – Obama
With fewer than three weeks until Election Day, new NBC News/Wall Street Journal/Marist polls show President Barack Obama maintaining his lead over Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney in the battleground states of Iowa and Wisconsin.
According to the polls – which were conducted from Monday through Wednesday, encompassing Tuesday’s presidential debate in New York and after – Obama
The Bahamas growing as a financial services hub
The Bahamas is gaining momentum in the financial services industry, rising into the top three for specialized financial centers.
The Bahamas ranks third behind the Cayman Islands and Guernsey. This represents a rise in two spots, when The Bahamas came in fifth in 2011.
The ranking of international financial centers (IFCs) is based on data ranging from financial markets indicators to economic potential and business environment factors. The ranking focuses on the degree to which
The Bahamas ranks third behind the Cayman Islands and Guernsey. This represents a rise in two spots, when The Bahamas came in fifth in 2011.
The ranking of international financial centers (IFCs) is based on data ranging from financial markets indicators to economic potential and business environment factors. The ranking focuses on the degree to which
Leadership change in China more crucial to Africa than the U.S. presidential election?
The Communist Party of China prepares to unveil its new leader at the 18th Party Conference while Americans vote for who will win the next four-year term as president. Which will impact relations with Africa the most?
Yes
African diplomats should focus more of their resources on China. American political elites are agreed on what to do with, and in, Africa. For the United States, there are two major concerns: terrorism and the strategic rivalry with China in Africa, whether it exists
Yes
African diplomats should focus more of their resources on China. American political elites are agreed on what to do with, and in, Africa. For the United States, there are two major concerns: terrorism and the strategic rivalry with China in Africa, whether it exists
Gabby Douglas awarded Sportswoman of the Year
Gabby Douglas. PHOTO/Kyle Terada/US Presswire
Olympic all-around champion Gabby Douglas has won Sportswoman of the Year honors from the Women’s Sports Foundation.
The gymnast won the award Wednesday night, beating out Lindsey Vonn, London Olympians Serena Williams, Missy Franklin, Allyson Felix, and Paralympians Jessica Long and Tatyana McFadden.
Douglas is the third gymnast to win the award, joining fellow Olympic gold medalists Mary Lou Retton (1984) and Nastia Liukin (2008).
Olympic all-around champion Gabby Douglas has won Sportswoman of the Year honors from the Women’s Sports Foundation.
The gymnast won the award Wednesday night, beating out Lindsey Vonn, London Olympians Serena Williams, Missy Franklin, Allyson Felix, and Paralympians Jessica Long and Tatyana McFadden.
Douglas is the third gymnast to win the award, joining fellow Olympic gold medalists Mary Lou Retton (1984) and Nastia Liukin (2008).
Golden Krust, Xoom announce a special offer for remitters to Jamaica
(PRWEB) - Xoom Corporation, a pioneer and leader in online consumer-to-consumer money transfer services to Jamaica, has announced its partnership with Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill, the largest Caribbean-cuisine chain in the United States. First-time Xoom customers who send money to Jamaica from October 5, 2012-March 1, 2013 from xoom.com/gk will receive a US$25 Golden Krust Visa Prepaid Card which can be used in any of Golden Krust's 120 locations in the United States.
“Golden
“Golden
South Africa: Industrial unrest continues as Lonmin miners walk of the job again
Striking miners at one of Gold Fields' South Africa operations returned to work on Thursday, but there seems to be no end in sight to the industrial unrest that has rocked the country's mining industry.
More than 80,000 miners have downed tools since August in strikes that are hitting growth and investor confidence in Africa's biggest economy.
In a surprise action, 4,000 workers at Lonmin's Marikana mine stayed away from work on Thursday, disrupting operations once again at the
More than 80,000 miners have downed tools since August in strikes that are hitting growth and investor confidence in Africa's biggest economy.
In a surprise action, 4,000 workers at Lonmin's Marikana mine stayed away from work on Thursday, disrupting operations once again at the
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Bernette Johnson to become 1st black Chief Justice of Louisiana
Bernette Johnson. PHOTO/Louisiana Supreme Court
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled that Bernette Johnson will be the court's next chief justice, resolving a legal dispute that wound up in federal court. The court's ruling Tuesday says Johnson's years of appointed and elected service on the court give her the seniority that entitles her to succeed Chief Justice Catherine "Kitty" Kimball early next year.
Justice Jeffrey Victory had argued he had more seniority than Johnson and deserved
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled that Bernette Johnson will be the court's next chief justice, resolving a legal dispute that wound up in federal court. The court's ruling Tuesday says Johnson's years of appointed and elected service on the court give her the seniority that entitles her to succeed Chief Justice Catherine "Kitty" Kimball early next year.
Justice Jeffrey Victory had argued he had more seniority than Johnson and deserved
Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority grounds Fly Montserrat
The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECCAA) has grounded Fly Montserrat following the second incident involving the airline on Tuesday when the plane skidded off the runway stopping meters before a cliff.
Seven people, including the pilot escaped injury after Flight 2109 forced the closure of the John Osborne Airport after “going off the side of the runway”.
On October 7, the three people including the pilot were killed after a Fly Montserrat plane crashed soon after
Seven people, including the pilot escaped injury after Flight 2109 forced the closure of the John Osborne Airport after “going off the side of the runway”.
On October 7, the three people including the pilot were killed after a Fly Montserrat plane crashed soon after
$5 billion sovereign wealth fund set up in Angola
Angola on Wednesday launched a US$5 billion sovereign wealth fund to invest in domestic and overseas assets by funnelling its vast oil wealth into infrastructure and other high-growth projects.
Africa's second-largest crude oil producer is looking to diversify its oil-dependent economy by developing infrastructure outside the energy industry. The country which was devastated by a 27-year civil war that ended a decade ago, has one on fastest growing economies in Africa.
Nigeria, the
Africa's second-largest crude oil producer is looking to diversify its oil-dependent economy by developing infrastructure outside the energy industry. The country which was devastated by a 27-year civil war that ended a decade ago, has one on fastest growing economies in Africa.
Nigeria, the
Election 2012:Tough new election laws blocked or delayed
African American voters. PHOTO/John Gress/Getty Images
Tough new election laws aimed at forcing voters in many states to show photo identification at polling places have been blocked or delayed, delighting opponents who claim they were among a variety of partisan attempts to keep minorities from voting.
Supporters of the measures nevertheless predict they will prevail in the long run. And court battles continue in some states even as the November 6 election date draws near.
The
Tough new election laws aimed at forcing voters in many states to show photo identification at polling places have been blocked or delayed, delighting opponents who claim they were among a variety of partisan attempts to keep minorities from voting.
Supporters of the measures nevertheless predict they will prevail in the long run. And court battles continue in some states even as the November 6 election date draws near.
The
Trayvon Martin case: George Zimmerman trial set for June 2013
Seventeen year-old Trayvon Martin. PHOTO/Martin Family/AP
A judge has set a tentative trial date next year for a Florida neighborhood watch volunteer charged with fatally shooting Trayvon Martin, an unarmed teenager.
Judge Debra S. Nelson set June 10 as the tentative start for George Zimmerman’s trial. But his attorney noted there are still several unresolved pretrial matters to complete. Another status hearing is set for December 10.
Zimmerman is charged with second-degree murder
A judge has set a tentative trial date next year for a Florida neighborhood watch volunteer charged with fatally shooting Trayvon Martin, an unarmed teenager.
Judge Debra S. Nelson set June 10 as the tentative start for George Zimmerman’s trial. But his attorney noted there are still several unresolved pretrial matters to complete. Another status hearing is set for December 10.
Zimmerman is charged with second-degree murder
Antigua & Barbuda begins consultations on Citizenship by Investment
(Caribbean Journal) - Antigua & Barbuda has begun a series of consultations on a proposed Citizenship by Investment programme in the country.
The first of four consultations took place at the end of last week at Antigua’s Multipurpose Cultural and Exhibition Center.
Antigua already has a task force in place examining the possible implementation of the Citizenship by Investment programme, which has been in consultations for the past 16 months, debating whether citizenship or
The first of four consultations took place at the end of last week at Antigua’s Multipurpose Cultural and Exhibition Center.
Antigua already has a task force in place examining the possible implementation of the Citizenship by Investment programme, which has been in consultations for the past 16 months, debating whether citizenship or
South Sudan resumes oil shipments in 4 months
South Sudan plans to resume oil shipments in February 2013 once its parliament ratifies a raft of deals reached last month in Addis Ababa with the neighboring Sudan.
South Sudan in January shut down its oil production after accusing Sudan of stealing its crude.
When South Sudan peacefully broke away from Sudan last year, it inherited the majority of the region's oil. But South Sudan's oil must be pumped through pipes owned by Sudan, which said it had taken the south's oil in lieu of
South Sudan in January shut down its oil production after accusing Sudan of stealing its crude.
When South Sudan peacefully broke away from Sudan last year, it inherited the majority of the region's oil. But South Sudan's oil must be pumped through pipes owned by Sudan, which said it had taken the south's oil in lieu of
Why Obama Must Win in 2012
Watching American pundits on television comment about politics is like observing teenagers. From the vantage point of having gone through THAT phase, one knows that hormones are carousing those teenage veins even when they try to keep things under wraps. But just like teenage acne is a betrayal of what is happening inside, the trained eye can see through the bloviating or outright attempt at partiality. Basically, just like teenagers have a need to belong or be accepted, pundits have to vote;
Haiti on course to joining African Union in January 2013
Haiti will become the latest member of the African Union sometime in January 2013.
Haiti and Africa share a sense of history, and African countries stepped up in the wake of Haiti's earthquake, which has led some to conclude the time is right to formalize their ties.
The African Union has 54 member states, all of them are located in Africa. But as early as January, that could change.
Last July, at an African Union summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Haiti’s communication minister
Haiti and Africa share a sense of history, and African countries stepped up in the wake of Haiti's earthquake, which has led some to conclude the time is right to formalize their ties.
The African Union has 54 member states, all of them are located in Africa. But as early as January, that could change.
Last July, at an African Union summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Haiti’s communication minister
Election 2012: Obama attacks Romney at 2nd debate - Obama wins
U.S. President Barack Obama (r) speaks as Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney (l) and moderator Candy Crowley (c) listen during a town hall style debate at Hofstra University October 16, 2012. PHOTO/Getty Images
President Barack Obama lashed into Mitt Romney on Tuesday over the Republican's criticism of his handling of a deadly attack on the U.S. diplomatic mission in Libya and sought to cast him as unfit to become commander-in-chief.
Obama fought back against his rival's
President Barack Obama lashed into Mitt Romney on Tuesday over the Republican's criticism of his handling of a deadly attack on the U.S. diplomatic mission in Libya and sought to cast him as unfit to become commander-in-chief.
Obama fought back against his rival's
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
The Debate for America's Future
This' probably the best way to describe the debate of October 16, 2012: The Debate for America's Future. Obama came in tonight to prove that he had been America's president - and Mitt Romney came to wrest the presidency from him. In the end - after debating on issues like guns and taxes and the economy, Obama seemed to have held his own and even managed to push Romney further and further away from what was looking like a plum spot in a certain White House. There's much to say about this debate
African-American CEOs, Senior Executives: Greater diversity and Inclusion will make the U.S economy more competitive
African-Americans in Senior Level Positions Can Deliver Greater Shareholder Value to the Bottom Line
(PRNewswire) - The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), comprised of current and former African-American CEOs and senior executives at Fortune 500 and equivalent companies, will issue a "call to action" to corporate America during its 2012 Recognition Gala on Thursday, October 18, 2012, at the Gaylord National Hotel in National Harbor, MD outside of Washington, DC.
The ELC is making the
(PRNewswire) - The Executive Leadership Council (ELC), comprised of current and former African-American CEOs and senior executives at Fortune 500 and equivalent companies, will issue a "call to action" to corporate America during its 2012 Recognition Gala on Thursday, October 18, 2012, at the Gaylord National Hotel in National Harbor, MD outside of Washington, DC.
The ELC is making the
Bermuda Prepares for Hurricane Rafael
Hurricane Rafael is expected to unleash heavy winds and rain as it passes east of Bermuda late Tuesday en route to open sea, where it is expected to lose strength.
The storm is a Category 1 hurricane with winds of 85 mph (140 kph). It was located 195 miles (315 kilometers) south of Bermuda early Tuesday afternoon, moving north-northeast at 37km/h (23 mph).
Bermuda Weather Service director Kimberley Zuill said wind gusts at the island's highest peaks could reach up to 110 km/h (75 mph)
The storm is a Category 1 hurricane with winds of 85 mph (140 kph). It was located 195 miles (315 kilometers) south of Bermuda early Tuesday afternoon, moving north-northeast at 37km/h (23 mph).
Bermuda Weather Service director Kimberley Zuill said wind gusts at the island's highest peaks could reach up to 110 km/h (75 mph)
Veteran entrepreneur Richard Maponya wins the 2012 Africa Entrepreneurship Lifetime Achievement Award
Richard John Pelwana Maponya. PHOTO/African Success
The African Leadership Network, the membership network of new generation leaders in Africa, and Omidyar Network, a philanthropic investment firm, on Friday, 12 October 2012, announced Dr. Richard John Pelwana Maponya as the winner of 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship Lifetime Achievement Award.
Maponya was honored at the 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship ceremony, which is part of the African Leadership Network's Annual
The African Leadership Network, the membership network of new generation leaders in Africa, and Omidyar Network, a philanthropic investment firm, on Friday, 12 October 2012, announced Dr. Richard John Pelwana Maponya as the winner of 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship Lifetime Achievement Award.
Maponya was honored at the 2012 Africa Awards for Entrepreneurship ceremony, which is part of the African Leadership Network's Annual
Election 2012: Obama extends lead over Romney leading up to 2nd debate
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama gained ground on Republican rival Mitt Romney in the Reuters/Ipsos daily tracking poll on Tuesday for the third straight day, leading 46 percent to 43 percent.
Released hours before the presidential contenders face off for their second debate, the poll showed the number of undecided voters had increased, indicating a drop of support for Romney among the
(Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama gained ground on Republican rival Mitt Romney in the Reuters/Ipsos daily tracking poll on Tuesday for the third straight day, leading 46 percent to 43 percent.
Released hours before the presidential contenders face off for their second debate, the poll showed the number of undecided voters had increased, indicating a drop of support for Romney among the
Bahamas: Perry Christie's PLP widens majority - wins former PM's seat
(Caribbean Journal) - Renardo Curry of the Bahamas’ ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) has won the by-election for the seat of former Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham in North Abaco, according to unofficial results from the country’s Parliamentary Registration Department.
Curry, who was facing off against the Free National Movement’s (FNM) Greg Gomez, is projected to win with 10 of 12 precincts reporting.
The two were contesting the seat Ingraham, a three-time Prime
Curry, who was facing off against the Free National Movement’s (FNM) Greg Gomez, is projected to win with 10 of 12 precincts reporting.
The two were contesting the seat Ingraham, a three-time Prime
No Africa leader for Mo Ibrahim Foundation $5m award for 2012
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation announced Monday that it will not award its US$5 million prize that recognizes democratically elected African leaders who excel in office and - critically - leave when they are supposed to.
The prize committee said it reviewed several former leaders but decided that none met the award criteria. The group did not reveal who was considered. Any African leader who left office in the last three years was eligible.
Africa on the whole is making tremendous
The prize committee said it reviewed several former leaders but decided that none met the award criteria. The group did not reveal who was considered. Any African leader who left office in the last three years was eligible.
Africa on the whole is making tremendous
Monday, October 15, 2012
Bahamas holds by-election to fill former prime minister’s seat
Bahamas Prime Minister Perry Christie. PHOTO/File
Bahamas Prime Minister Perry Christie is seeking to add to his party’s big parliamentary majority by winning even in his former rival’s district.
Monday’s by-election on Abaco island will fill the seat of former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham.
Ingraham stepped down earlier this year after Christie’s Progressive Liberal Party swept his Free National Movement from power. Ingraham held the North Abaco seat for 35
Bahamas Prime Minister Perry Christie is seeking to add to his party’s big parliamentary majority by winning even in his former rival’s district.
Monday’s by-election on Abaco island will fill the seat of former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham.
Ingraham stepped down earlier this year after Christie’s Progressive Liberal Party swept his Free National Movement from power. Ingraham held the North Abaco seat for 35
Tillage Construction, L.L.C: Father and son create and run construction company
Ken Tillage co-founder, co-owner and CEO of Tillage Construction LLC
Ken Tillage is the co-founder, co-owner and CEO of Tillage Construction LLC.
Tillage Construction LLC, based in Baton Rouge Louisiana, was founded in 2000 is a 100 percent minority owned commercial construction company that offers full-service comprehensive packages to the Federal Government, private and public sectors.
Prior to co-founding Tillage Construction LLC., Ken Tillage had founded the Ken Tillage
Ken Tillage is the co-founder, co-owner and CEO of Tillage Construction LLC.
Tillage Construction LLC, based in Baton Rouge Louisiana, was founded in 2000 is a 100 percent minority owned commercial construction company that offers full-service comprehensive packages to the Federal Government, private and public sectors.
Prior to co-founding Tillage Construction LLC., Ken Tillage had founded the Ken Tillage
Haiti: Protesters demand for the resignation of President Martelly
Several hundred protesters angry over rising costs of living called on Sunday for Haitian President Michel Martelly to resign at a march in the country's capital.
“Martelly is wasting the meagre resources of the country to buy luxury vehicles and for international trips that don't bring anything to the country,” declared Edner Rosier, one of the organizers.
The protesters, mainly young people from poor neighborhoods in the capital, Port-au-Prince, scattered near the presidential
“Martelly is wasting the meagre resources of the country to buy luxury vehicles and for international trips that don't bring anything to the country,” declared Edner Rosier, one of the organizers.
The protesters, mainly young people from poor neighborhoods in the capital, Port-au-Prince, scattered near the presidential
World awakening to a rising Africa
Africa appears to hold amazing potential for greater prosperity. The land is rich in natural resources with much fertile ground for agriculture and a population that remains young with high birth rates. The continent is recognized for its beautiful natural scenery, abundant wildlife and unexplored regions destined for development.
Yet, the Western media often portrays it as the Dark Continent ravaged by wars, corruption and famines. Many Westerners perceive Africans as primitive and
Yet, the Western media often portrays it as the Dark Continent ravaged by wars, corruption and famines. Many Westerners perceive Africans as primitive and
Election 2012: Pres. Obama and Mitt Romney prepare for second debate
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney
With the White House race barreling toward the finish, President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney were staying out of the spotlight Monday, underscoring the intense focus each campaign is placing on the second presidential debate.
Obama’s campaign, seeking to rebound from a dismal first debate, promised a more energetic president would take the stage Tuesday at Hofstra University in
With the White House race barreling toward the finish, President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney were staying out of the spotlight Monday, underscoring the intense focus each campaign is placing on the second presidential debate.
Obama’s campaign, seeking to rebound from a dismal first debate, promised a more energetic president would take the stage Tuesday at Hofstra University in
CARICOM Single Market & Economy (CSME) on track despite hurdles - PM Stuart
(BGIS) - Barbados Prime Minister Freundel Stuart, has sent a clear message that the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Single Market and Economy (CSME) is still a "front burner" issue despite significant hurdles encountered along the way to its full implementation.
In an attempt to silence the naysayers on the integration project, he told a standing room only audience at the Errol Barrow Center for Creative Imagination, University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus, recently that despite
In an attempt to silence the naysayers on the integration project, he told a standing room only audience at the Errol Barrow Center for Creative Imagination, University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus, recently that despite
Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma inaugurated as Chairperson of the African Union Commission
Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma., the new Chairperson of the African Union. PHOTO/File
South Africa's Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma took over as head of the African Union Commission Monday, becoming the first woman at the helm of the pan-African bloc's executive committee. The inauguration ceremony was held in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa.
Ms. Dlamini-Zuma, 63, vowed to address the continent's hotspots, including ongoing conflict in Mali and the resurgence of Islamist extremists in the Sahel,
South Africa's Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma took over as head of the African Union Commission Monday, becoming the first woman at the helm of the pan-African bloc's executive committee. The inauguration ceremony was held in the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa.
Ms. Dlamini-Zuma, 63, vowed to address the continent's hotspots, including ongoing conflict in Mali and the resurgence of Islamist extremists in the Sahel,
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Uganda electricity distributor, Umeme, launches regional IPO
(The East African) - Uganda’s electricity distributor, Umeme, will launch the country’s biggest initial public offer (IPO) on Monday, October 15, hoping to attract investors across the region.
The US$68.4 million offer will see Actis, a private equity firm sell a 38.3 percent stake in Umeme to the general public. Actis owns 100 percent of the electricity distributor.
Umeme’s shares will each go for US$0.11 with the offer closing on November 7. Ugandans, Kenyans and Rwandan
The US$68.4 million offer will see Actis, a private equity firm sell a 38.3 percent stake in Umeme to the general public. Actis owns 100 percent of the electricity distributor.
Umeme’s shares will each go for US$0.11 with the offer closing on November 7. Ugandans, Kenyans and Rwandan
US Black Chamber partner with SBA to help black-owned small businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and U.S. Black Chamber Inc. have teamed up to help small minority businesses access guidance on federal contracting, face-to-face meetings, and match-making opportunities in teaming up with larger companies and graduates of SBA’s 8(a) Business Development program.
The new partnership recently gave way to a one-day free National 8(a) Training, Business Matchmaking and Awards Ceremony held at the Carnegie Library in Washington, DC on October
The new partnership recently gave way to a one-day free National 8(a) Training, Business Matchmaking and Awards Ceremony held at the Carnegie Library in Washington, DC on October
Jamaica: Simpson-Miller administration looking to eliminate 10000 public sector jobs
The Cabinet Secretary in the Simpson-Miller People's National Party (PNP) administration Ambassador Douglas Saunders has revealed that the recent elimination of about 3,000 jobs from the Jamaica civil service was a "cleaning-up exercise" and it would not result in any savings in the current budget or affect the 10,000 jobs targeted for elimination under the previous Jamaica Labor Party (JLP) administrations of Bruce Golding and Andrew Holness.
Saunders clarified that the 3,000 jobs were
Saunders clarified that the 3,000 jobs were
Mauritania President Aziz undergoing treatment after being 'accidentally' shot
Mauritania President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz. PHOTO/Reuters
Mauritania President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz is currently undergoing treatment and examinations after being wounded when the military fired on his vehicle outside the capital.
Aziz spoke on national TV Sunday from his hospital bed in Mauritania to reassure the public he was in good health. He insisted that the shooting was an accident when his motorcade approached a military barracks by an unpaved road north of
Mauritania President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz is currently undergoing treatment and examinations after being wounded when the military fired on his vehicle outside the capital.
Aziz spoke on national TV Sunday from his hospital bed in Mauritania to reassure the public he was in good health. He insisted that the shooting was an accident when his motorcade approached a military barracks by an unpaved road north of
Anderson Silva dominates and defeats Stephan Bonnar at UFC 153
Brazil's Anderson Silva (r) defeated Stephan Bonnar (l) of the United States at UFC 153 in Rio de Janeiro Oct. 14, 2012. PHOTO/Felipe Dana/AP
Anderson Silva surprised no one on Saturday night.
The UFC middleweight champion earned his record 16th-straight UFC win with a devastating finish of fan-favourite light heavyweight Stephan Bonnar in a non-title bout that headlined UFC 153.
A 10-to-1 favorite entering the event, Silva (33-4 MMA, 16-0 UFC) did exactly what he was expected to do,
Anderson Silva surprised no one on Saturday night.
The UFC middleweight champion earned his record 16th-straight UFC win with a devastating finish of fan-favourite light heavyweight Stephan Bonnar in a non-title bout that headlined UFC 153.
A 10-to-1 favorite entering the event, Silva (33-4 MMA, 16-0 UFC) did exactly what he was expected to do,
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Ghana: Former first lady Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings to run for president
(Reuters) - Former Ghanaian first lady Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings announced on Saturday she has split from the ruling party that her husband founded to run for president under a new banner.
The move, backed by her husband former president Jerry Rawlings, threatens to split support for incumbent John Mahama, who is seeking re-election against his main opposition rival Nana Akufo-Addo on December 2.
"I stand before you today because I chose to become bolder and braver, and together we are
The move, backed by her husband former president Jerry Rawlings, threatens to split support for incumbent John Mahama, who is seeking re-election against his main opposition rival Nana Akufo-Addo on December 2.
"I stand before you today because I chose to become bolder and braver, and together we are
Ghana: Former first lady Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings to run for president
(Reuters) - Former Ghanaian first lady Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings announced on Saturday she has split from the ruling party that her husband founded to run for president under a new banner.
The move, backed by her husband former president Jerry Rawlings, threatens to split support for incumbent John Mahama, who is seeking re-election against his main opposition rival Nana Akufo-Addo on December 2.
"I stand before you today because I chose to become bolder and braver, and together we are
The move, backed by her husband former president Jerry Rawlings, threatens to split support for incumbent John Mahama, who is seeking re-election against his main opposition rival Nana Akufo-Addo on December 2.
"I stand before you today because I chose to become bolder and braver, and together we are
Election 2012: Obama needs Ohio to get re-elected
U.S. President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney
As President Obama and Republican presidential challenger Mitt Romney gear up for the season's second presidential debate this Tuesday from Hosftra University in Hempstead, New York, pollsters continue to show a Romney surge not only nationally but also in swing states.
However, the one state that will probably decide the election, Ohio, still leans toward Obama even when the president has lost some ground
As President Obama and Republican presidential challenger Mitt Romney gear up for the season's second presidential debate this Tuesday from Hosftra University in Hempstead, New York, pollsters continue to show a Romney surge not only nationally but also in swing states.
However, the one state that will probably decide the election, Ohio, still leans toward Obama even when the president has lost some ground
Understanding how to do business in Africa
Foreign investors often cite a difference in business cultures as one of the challenges of operating in Africa. However, even local African business people need to be aware of the various cultures and attitudes within their own regions.
“It is interesting that even within East Africa we also have our own intercultural challenges,” explained David Kinyua, a director at Kenyan real estate group Acorn, during a panel discussion at the recent Africa Property Investment Summit in
“It is interesting that even within East Africa we also have our own intercultural challenges,” explained David Kinyua, a director at Kenyan real estate group Acorn, during a panel discussion at the recent Africa Property Investment Summit in
Haiti: U.N. reduces size of peacekeeping force -extends mandate for another year
(Reuters) - The U.N. Security Council on Friday approved for another year the world body's peacekeeping force in Haiti, but it will be cut in size by about 15 percent as it hands over security responsibility to the Haitian national police.
The 15-nation council unanimously approved a reduction of authorized troops and police by 1,710 to 8,871, as recommended by U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. There are now about 10,000 U.N. peacekeepers in Haiti, and Ban recommended a gradual
The 15-nation council unanimously approved a reduction of authorized troops and police by 1,710 to 8,871, as recommended by U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. There are now about 10,000 U.N. peacekeepers in Haiti, and Ban recommended a gradual
Friday, October 12, 2012
Mali: U.N. Security Council approves ECOWAS, AU military intervention
The U.N. Security Council on Friday unanimously approved a plan to back an African-led military force to help the Mali army oust Islamic militants who seized the northern half of the country and are turning it into an al-Qaeda terrorist hub.
The resolution expresses alarm over the infiltration by "al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), affiliated groups and other extremist groups," and condemns "the abuses of human rights committed in the north of Mali by terrorist and other extremist
The resolution expresses alarm over the infiltration by "al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), affiliated groups and other extremist groups," and condemns "the abuses of human rights committed in the north of Mali by terrorist and other extremist
Why I Want Romney to Win and Obama to Lose
By Ryan Elcock
Like many of you, I was tuned into the debate between Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama and I must say; Romney came prepared to fight while Obama came to lie down and take a nap. If you ask my mother who watched the debate, she would say that Obama won. I, on the other hand, did not watch the debate but listened to it and from the jump, I could tell that Romney was clearly the better debater and Obama was not up to par.
After listening to Romney in action, I was
Like many of you, I was tuned into the debate between Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama and I must say; Romney came prepared to fight while Obama came to lie down and take a nap. If you ask my mother who watched the debate, she would say that Obama won. I, on the other hand, did not watch the debate but listened to it and from the jump, I could tell that Romney was clearly the better debater and Obama was not up to par.
After listening to Romney in action, I was
Jamaica stepping up efforts to combat dengue fever
Jamaica is stepping up mosquito eradication across the island and urging school children to stamp out breeding grounds to combat an epidemic of dengue fever, the country's health minister said Thursday.
Health Minister Fenton Ferguson told reporters there have been five suspected deaths from the mosquito-borne virus in Jamaica so far this year. Only one has been confirmed with an autopsy.
There have been more than 1,200 suspected cases as of September 29, compared to 887 during the
Health Minister Fenton Ferguson told reporters there have been five suspected deaths from the mosquito-borne virus in Jamaica so far this year. Only one has been confirmed with an autopsy.
There have been more than 1,200 suspected cases as of September 29, compared to 887 during the
Olympic legend Yohan Blake to lead fundraiser to feed destitute
Yohan Blake in action during his 200m semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Stadium. PHOTO/Ben Curtis/AP
Jamaican sprint ace Yohan Blake will lead Food For The Poor’s 5K Walk/Run For Hunger on Saturday November 17 at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
Blake, nicknamed “The Beast” and heir-apparent to his legendary training partner Usain Bolt, is the current world champion over 100 metres and a silver medallist at the 2012 Olympics in London in the 100 and 200 metres.
Jamaican sprint ace Yohan Blake will lead Food For The Poor’s 5K Walk/Run For Hunger on Saturday November 17 at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, Florida.
Blake, nicknamed “The Beast” and heir-apparent to his legendary training partner Usain Bolt, is the current world champion over 100 metres and a silver medallist at the 2012 Olympics in London in the 100 and 200 metres.
South Africa: Truckers sign wage deal - strike ends
(Reuters) - Truck drivers in South Africa have signed a wage deal to end a three-week strike, the freight employers group said on Friday, putting an end to a walk-out that has hit deliveries of fuel, cash and consumer goods in Africa's top economy.
More than 20,000 truck drivers have taken to the streets in protests since late September, demanding higher wages.
"The agreement has been signed by everyone. The strike is off immediately," Penwell Lunga, chairman of the Road Freight
More than 20,000 truck drivers have taken to the streets in protests since late September, demanding higher wages.
"The agreement has been signed by everyone. The strike is off immediately," Penwell Lunga, chairman of the Road Freight
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Biden Came; Biden Debated; Biden Scored
Time check: 11:41 p.m.
The Vice Presidential Debate ended more than 45 minutes ago - and on all the television networks, pundits are dissecting things; checking facts and asking themselves if this debate was won by either Rep. Paul Ryan as the Republican challenger, or by Vice President Joe Biden as the incumbent. A few minutes before the debate, I had sat, transfixed to my computer - worried what I was going to write about after this debate especially because I know that a great many
The Vice Presidential Debate ended more than 45 minutes ago - and on all the television networks, pundits are dissecting things; checking facts and asking themselves if this debate was won by either Rep. Paul Ryan as the Republican challenger, or by Vice President Joe Biden as the incumbent. A few minutes before the debate, I had sat, transfixed to my computer - worried what I was going to write about after this debate especially because I know that a great many
Election 2012: It is Biden vs Ryan - debating in Kentucky
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden (l) and Republican Vice Presidential candidate Paul Ryan
Democrat Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan pull up a couple of chairs for a vice presidential debate that has mushroomed in importance since Mitt Romney’s strong showing in the first presidential faceoff. This time, it’s the Obama team looking to put the brakes on the other guy’s momentum.
The veep showdown matches up two skilled politicians with strong policy credentials and very different
Democrat Joe Biden and Republican Paul Ryan pull up a couple of chairs for a vice presidential debate that has mushroomed in importance since Mitt Romney’s strong showing in the first presidential faceoff. This time, it’s the Obama team looking to put the brakes on the other guy’s momentum.
The veep showdown matches up two skilled politicians with strong policy credentials and very different
Kenya: Mobile money deposits hit $8 billion in 2012 - new taxes on transactions coming
Kenyans deposited US$8 billion into mobile money services for the year ending June 2012 - a 38 percent rise that revealed why the country's government has set its sights on the thriving sector for further taxation to meet its obligations.
According to data released by the regulator - Communications Commission of Kenya Tuesday, this was up on the US$5.8 billion deposited in the year that ended June 2011.
M-Pesa, a service run by market leader Safaricom and renowned globally, accounted
According to data released by the regulator - Communications Commission of Kenya Tuesday, this was up on the US$5.8 billion deposited in the year that ended June 2011.
M-Pesa, a service run by market leader Safaricom and renowned globally, accounted
Darden Restaurants CEO Clarence Otis Jr., announces plans to combine some Olive Garden, Red Lobster restaurants
Clarence Otis Jr., CEO of Darden Restaurants. PHOTO/Allison Shirreffs
Darden Restaurants CEO Clarence Otis Jr., believes that his company is on track to achieving higher profits. The company has already began to combine its' two biggest segments (the Olive Garden and Red Lobster) "under one roof".
Darden Restaurants, whose other segments include LongHorn Steakhouse and Capital Grille, recently showed modest improvements in financial performance:
First quarter results for the new
Darden Restaurants CEO Clarence Otis Jr., believes that his company is on track to achieving higher profits. The company has already began to combine its' two biggest segments (the Olive Garden and Red Lobster) "under one roof".
Darden Restaurants, whose other segments include LongHorn Steakhouse and Capital Grille, recently showed modest improvements in financial performance:
First quarter results for the new
Guyana increases gold mining, production and export
Guyana is reporting an overall increase in gold production, declaration and sales, with production recording 314,000 ounces, an increase of about 23 percent over the corresponding period last year.
Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment Robert Persaud reported that for the same period last year gold production declaration was just about 207,000 ounces.
“We have seen declaration and sales going up, sales to the Guyana Gold Board as well as to the private dealers,” he
Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment Robert Persaud reported that for the same period last year gold production declaration was just about 207,000 ounces.
“We have seen declaration and sales going up, sales to the Guyana Gold Board as well as to the private dealers,” he
Nigerian farmers sue Shell for environmental degradation in Dutch court
Nigerian farmers (r-r) Alali Efanga, Friday Alfred Akpan-Ikot Ada Udo, Chief Fidelis Oguru Oruma and Eric Dooh sit in the court in The Hague, Netherlands, 11 October 2012. PHOTO/EPA/Robin Utrecht
Nigerian farmers asked a Dutch court Thursday to rule that oil company Shell is liable for poisoning their fish ponds and farmland with leaking pipelines, in a case that could set a legal precedent for holding multinationals responsible for actions overseas.
The case at The Hague Civil Court
Nigerian farmers asked a Dutch court Thursday to rule that oil company Shell is liable for poisoning their fish ponds and farmland with leaking pipelines, in a case that could set a legal precedent for holding multinationals responsible for actions overseas.
The case at The Hague Civil Court
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Joaquim Barbosa is elected as Brazil's first black Supreme Court president
Judge Joaquim Barbosa
Brazil's first black Supreme Court justice has been chosen as the presiding judge for the high court.
Joaquim Barbosa was elected Wednesday as Supreme Court president. His two-year tenure begins next month with the retirement of the court's current president, Carlos Ayres Britto.
Barbosa currently is presiding over a high-profile corruption trial involving a congressional cash-for-votes scheme.
Brazil has the largest black population after Nigeria, but black
Brazil's first black Supreme Court justice has been chosen as the presiding judge for the high court.
Joaquim Barbosa was elected Wednesday as Supreme Court president. His two-year tenure begins next month with the retirement of the court's current president, Carlos Ayres Britto.
Barbosa currently is presiding over a high-profile corruption trial involving a congressional cash-for-votes scheme.
Brazil has the largest black population after Nigeria, but black
Profile: Jeff Clanagan, founder and CEO CodeBlack Entertainment
Jeff Clanagan founder and CEO CodeBlack Entertainment
Jeff Clanagan is the founder and CEO of CodeBlack Entertainment, a company he founded in 2005.
Clanagan was spurred to the creation of CodeBlack Entertainment because of the lack or shortage of positive representations of African-Americans in film and television media.
Codeblack Entertainment is the first independent, vertically integrated African-American-owned film studio, actively engaged in feature film production, film
Jeff Clanagan is the founder and CEO of CodeBlack Entertainment, a company he founded in 2005.
Clanagan was spurred to the creation of CodeBlack Entertainment because of the lack or shortage of positive representations of African-Americans in film and television media.
Codeblack Entertainment is the first independent, vertically integrated African-American-owned film studio, actively engaged in feature film production, film
Africa: Future data architecture beginning to fall into place – Internet Exchange Points and Data Centers
The growth of data traffic and Internet and social media users has been the big story over the last two years. But more quietly behind the scenes, Africa has begun to develop a more sophisticated data architecture through a combination of exchange points and data centers.
One cascade of changes affecting the continent of Africa, has become very clear. With new, competitive international cables and improved, cheaper fiber access at a national level, wholesale prices in both of these parts
One cascade of changes affecting the continent of Africa, has become very clear. With new, competitive international cables and improved, cheaper fiber access at a national level, wholesale prices in both of these parts
Stem cell procedure to be performed in The Bahamas - a big boost for medical tourism
Doctors in the Bahamas will perform the country's first stem cell procedure essentially opening the flood gates to a cutting-edge technique with serious medical tourism potential.
The procedure will also be observed by American doctors for research purposes.
The stem cell procedure, using the body's own cells, has not yet gained full approval in the United States. However, the intervention is gaining momentum among investors and the medical community.
Dr. Conville Brown, leading
The procedure will also be observed by American doctors for research purposes.
The stem cell procedure, using the body's own cells, has not yet gained full approval in the United States. However, the intervention is gaining momentum among investors and the medical community.
Dr. Conville Brown, leading
Russell Simmons working to bring more diversity to YouTube
Russell Simmons
Russell Simmons has made a career and a fortune programming to audiences that the mainstream media has ignored.
The hip-hop impresario co-founded the Def Jam label, launched the Phat Farm clothing line, started a film and television production company and branched out into stage productions with “Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on Broadway.”
Now Simmons is moving to Los Angeles to spearhead ADD Video, a YouTube channel designed for what he describes as a
Russell Simmons has made a career and a fortune programming to audiences that the mainstream media has ignored.
The hip-hop impresario co-founded the Def Jam label, launched the Phat Farm clothing line, started a film and television production company and branched out into stage productions with “Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on Broadway.”
Now Simmons is moving to Los Angeles to spearhead ADD Video, a YouTube channel designed for what he describes as a
Caribbean Tourism Organization conference commences today in St. Kitts
The Caribbean’s biggest tourism conference, attracting stakeholders from across the region, opens today at the St Kitts Marriott Resort and Casino.
The Caribbean Tourism Organization State of the Industry conference brings together public and private sector tourism industry leaders from the 32 member countries of the CTO, as well as members of the international media.
The conference will include the introduction of the new Chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization Council of
The Caribbean Tourism Organization State of the Industry conference brings together public and private sector tourism industry leaders from the 32 member countries of the CTO, as well as members of the international media.
The conference will include the introduction of the new Chairman of the Caribbean Tourism Organization Council of
South Africa: Gold mine owners, unions reach pay deal
South Africa's gold mine owners and unions representing picketing workers said Wednesday they had reached a deal aimed at ending months of industrial unrest that has curbed production of the precious metal.
Negotiators for the Chamber of Mines and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) agreed to a series of pay rises that will be put to striking workers for approval beginning Wednesday.
"We think it is a very good settlement and we are hopeful that the NUM will get the striking
Negotiators for the Chamber of Mines and the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) agreed to a series of pay rises that will be put to striking workers for approval beginning Wednesday.
"We think it is a very good settlement and we are hopeful that the NUM will get the striking
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Part V: Why Obama Will Win in November 2012
The polls are in. Following his disastrous performance at the first Presidential Debate last week, Obama is either going head to head with Mitt Romney, and in others - at least one by Gallup - the incumbent president is losing against his erstwhile challenger. Basically, it seems as though Romney has managed to exceed expectations, reassure the Americans that he is not as bad as he has been presented and that he is the centrist, the pragmatic Republican and the sensible conservative who will
Jamaica: Former Prime Minister Edward Seaga honored at joint sitting of parliament
Former Jamaica Prime Minister Edward Seaga. PHOTO/Jamaica Gleaner
Jamaica has held a special joint sitting of Parliament to honor former Prime Minister Edward Seaga.
Seaga attended the Tuesday session of tributes at Gordon House, the home of Jamaica’s bicameral legislature. The 82-year-old still regularly appears at public events.
The accolades to Seaga are part of Jamaica’s celebrations of its 50th anniversary of independence from Britain. The government says he was recognized
Jamaica has held a special joint sitting of Parliament to honor former Prime Minister Edward Seaga.
Seaga attended the Tuesday session of tributes at Gordon House, the home of Jamaica’s bicameral legislature. The 82-year-old still regularly appears at public events.
The accolades to Seaga are part of Jamaica’s celebrations of its 50th anniversary of independence from Britain. The government says he was recognized
Africa technology startups - Many solid ideas, but money is tight
Africa has huge potential when it comes to technology start-ups. IMAGE/stock.xchng
Industry analysts make an interesting point about fledgling technology businesses in Africa: unlike markets generally perceived to be more developed, like the US, where capital is available, but ideas are scarce – in Africa there are many solid business ideas, but money is tight.
The ICT sector in Africa is still regarded as attractive and potentially lucrative. Just on the mobility side alone Africa is
Industry analysts make an interesting point about fledgling technology businesses in Africa: unlike markets generally perceived to be more developed, like the US, where capital is available, but ideas are scarce – in Africa there are many solid business ideas, but money is tight.
The ICT sector in Africa is still regarded as attractive and potentially lucrative. Just on the mobility side alone Africa is
A Case for Conservativism in Black Society
By Emmanuel Musaazi
A rule of thumb in American politics is that if you are conservative, then you are more likely to be white and vote Republican, while if you are black, you’ll more likely be a liberal and vote Democrat. This stereotyping is bolstered by voting patterns from the last 50 years and as evidenced by exit poll data from the last two presidential elections of 2004 and 2008. A close analysis of racial voting patterns from the exit polls further reveals that African Americans
A rule of thumb in American politics is that if you are conservative, then you are more likely to be white and vote Republican, while if you are black, you’ll more likely be a liberal and vote Democrat. This stereotyping is bolstered by voting patterns from the last 50 years and as evidenced by exit poll data from the last two presidential elections of 2004 and 2008. A close analysis of racial voting patterns from the exit polls further reveals that African Americans
S & P lowers Grenada into Default
Grenada Prime Minister Tillman Thomas
Standard & Poor’s (S & P) has lowered its foreign currency sovereign credit ratings on Grenada following a missed bond payment, the ratings firm announced Monday.
S&P has lowered its foreign currency sovereign credit ratings to “SD,” or selective default, from “B-/B,” while also lowering its local currency sovereign credit ratings to “CCC+/C” from “B-/B.” Its outlook on long-term local currency ratings of Grenadais
Standard & Poor’s (S & P) has lowered its foreign currency sovereign credit ratings on Grenada following a missed bond payment, the ratings firm announced Monday.
S&P has lowered its foreign currency sovereign credit ratings to “SD,” or selective default, from “B-/B,” while also lowering its local currency sovereign credit ratings to “CCC+/C” from “B-/B.” Its outlook on long-term local currency ratings of Grenadais
South Africa: Strike truckers hold fresh wage talks
(Reuters) - South Africa's transport union South African Transport & Allied Workers' Union (SATAWU) and employers held wage talks on Tuesday trying to end a two-week-old truck driver strike that has hampered deliveries of fuel, cash and consumer goods in the continent's biggest economy.
The truckers have asked for sympathy strikes by port and rail workers. If paralysis spreads in the transport sector, it would be a further deterioration in investor sentiment that has pushed the rand to
The truckers have asked for sympathy strikes by port and rail workers. If paralysis spreads in the transport sector, it would be a further deterioration in investor sentiment that has pushed the rand to
Monday, October 8, 2012
Haiti looking to raising taxes to fund education
With a surcharge on wire transfers and international phone calls into Haiti generating only between US$40 million and US$50 million for education, Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe said Monday the country is moving to increase taxes to raise $100 million to make "a big difference in the education system in Haiti."
The Haiti lower chamber of deputies has already approved the creation of the National Education Fund, and the government is awaiting a vote in the Senate.
In approving the
The Haiti lower chamber of deputies has already approved the creation of the National Education Fund, and the government is awaiting a vote in the Senate.
In approving the
Uganda and Aga Khan inaugurate Bujagali Hydropower plant, established through a unique public-private partnership
Bujagali Hydropower Plant
(Business Wire) - Completion of project showcases successful public-private partnership for infrastructure development, bringing together the Government of Uganda, Industrial Promotion Services (IPS - the infrastructure and industrial development arm of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development) and Blackstone Portfolio Company, Sithe Global.
The 250MW hydropower plant has nearly doubled Uganda's electricity supply and virtually eliminated power shortages and
(Business Wire) - Completion of project showcases successful public-private partnership for infrastructure development, bringing together the Government of Uganda, Industrial Promotion Services (IPS - the infrastructure and industrial development arm of the Aga Khan Fund for Economic Development) and Blackstone Portfolio Company, Sithe Global.
The 250MW hydropower plant has nearly doubled Uganda's electricity supply and virtually eliminated power shortages and
Election 2012: Obama leading in swing states despite Romney post-debate surge
U.S President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney got a poll boost from his strong debate performance against President Barack Obama but it is too early to know how significant or lasting the bounce for the Republican challenger will be.
Gallup's September 30-October 6 poll of registered voters across the nation showed Obama had a five-point lead over Romney in the three days before last Wednesday's presidential debate.
But in the three days
Mitt Romney got a poll boost from his strong debate performance against President Barack Obama but it is too early to know how significant or lasting the bounce for the Republican challenger will be.
Gallup's September 30-October 6 poll of registered voters across the nation showed Obama had a five-point lead over Romney in the three days before last Wednesday's presidential debate.
But in the three days
Twenty20 Cricket: West Indies beats Sri Lanka to win tournament
A jubilant West Indies Team after defeating Sri Lanka at the T20 World Cup
West Indies were crowned the new World Twenty20 champions on Sunday after a 36-run victory over hosts Sri Lanka in a dramatic final in Colombo on Sunday.
The West Indies, restricted to 137-6 after electing to bat, hit back to bowl Sri Lanka out for 101 and silence a sell-out crowd of 35,000 at the Premadasa stadium that included President Mahinda Rajapaksa.
Mahela Jayawardene announced his decision to step
West Indies were crowned the new World Twenty20 champions on Sunday after a 36-run victory over hosts Sri Lanka in a dramatic final in Colombo on Sunday.
The West Indies, restricted to 137-6 after electing to bat, hit back to bowl Sri Lanka out for 101 and silence a sell-out crowd of 35,000 at the Premadasa stadium that included President Mahinda Rajapaksa.
Mahela Jayawardene announced his decision to step
Friday, October 5, 2012
Twenty20 Cricket: West Indies beat Australia - advances to final
Chris Gayle of the West Indies hits out for six runs during the ICC World Twenty20 2012 Semi Final between Australia and the West Indieson October 5, 2012 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. PHOTO/Gareth Copley/Getty Images
(Bloomberg) - West Indies reached the final of cricket’s World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka by handing Australia its second-worst ever loss in the shortest form of the game.
Chris Gayle hit 75 runs from 41 balls and Ravi Rampaul took 3-16 to pace the Windies, which won by 74 runs in
(Bloomberg) - West Indies reached the final of cricket’s World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka by handing Australia its second-worst ever loss in the shortest form of the game.
Chris Gayle hit 75 runs from 41 balls and Ravi Rampaul took 3-16 to pace the Windies, which won by 74 runs in
UTC Aerospace Systems inaugurates first facility in Africa
(PRNewswire) - UTC Aerospace Systems held a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by dignitaries, partners and suppliers to celebrate the inauguration of its new Propeller Systems facility in Casablanca, Morocco. The new subsidiary, Ratier-Figeac Maroc, (RFM) is UTC Aerospace Systems' first facility in Africa. UTC Aerospace Systems is a unit of United Technologies Corp.
"We are delighted to celebrate the opening of RFM in Morocco and to build partnerships within the community," said Michel
"We are delighted to celebrate the opening of RFM in Morocco and to build partnerships within the community," said Michel
Haiti projected attain 6% growth in 2012 - highest in Caribbean
The economy of Haiti is projected to grow 6 percent in 2012, followed by 7.5 percent gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2013, according to the Economic Survey of Latin America and the Caribbean released this week by the UN Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean.
The numbers follow reported growth of 5.6 percent in Haiti in 2011, and a 5.4 percent contraction in 2010 due to the earthquake.
The growth rates are slightly below projections by the International
The numbers follow reported growth of 5.6 percent in Haiti in 2011, and a 5.4 percent contraction in 2010 due to the earthquake.
The growth rates are slightly below projections by the International
Court rules that Kenyan torture victims can sue British govt
Britain’s High Court ruled Friday that Kenyans tortured during the Mau Mau revolution against British colonial rule can proceed with compensation claims against the British government.
The case involves Kenyans who say they were beaten and sexually assaulted by officers acting for the British administration trying to suppress the Mau Mau revolution in the 1950s. Groups of Kenyans had attacked British officials and white farmers who had settled in some of Kenya’s most fertile
The case involves Kenyans who say they were beaten and sexually assaulted by officers acting for the British administration trying to suppress the Mau Mau revolution in the 1950s. Groups of Kenyans had attacked British officials and white farmers who had settled in some of Kenya’s most fertile
U.S unemployment falls to 7.8 % - may bolster Obama re-election chances
Job applicants fill out applications for positions at a new bar and restaurant in Detroit. PHOTO/Paul Sancya/AP
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 7.8 percent last month, dropping below 8 percent for the first time in nearly four years. The rate declined because more people found work, a trend that could have an impact on undecided voters in the final month before the presidential election.
Black unemployment has fallen from 14.1 to 13.4 percent and African-American teen joblessness
The U.S. unemployment rate fell to 7.8 percent last month, dropping below 8 percent for the first time in nearly four years. The rate declined because more people found work, a trend that could have an impact on undecided voters in the final month before the presidential election.
Black unemployment has fallen from 14.1 to 13.4 percent and African-American teen joblessness
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Profile: Debra Y. Carrington co-founder, Chairman and CEO of TurnerPatterson, LLC
Debra Y. Carrington co-founder, Chairman and CEO of TurnerPatterson, LLC
Debra Y. Carrington is the co-founder, Chairman and CEO of TurnerPatterson, LLC.
According to it's website, the company (TurnerPatterson, LLC) was co-founded in 2002, by Chelsea Patterson and Debra Carrington to fill a niche in providing licensed consumer products to a diverse and multicultural market.
Ms. Carrington has grown the company to the point that at present, TurnerPatterson, LLC is a worldwide
Debra Y. Carrington is the co-founder, Chairman and CEO of TurnerPatterson, LLC.
According to it's website, the company (TurnerPatterson, LLC) was co-founded in 2002, by Chelsea Patterson and Debra Carrington to fill a niche in providing licensed consumer products to a diverse and multicultural market.
Ms. Carrington has grown the company to the point that at present, TurnerPatterson, LLC is a worldwide
Caribbean Airlines has unfair competitive advantage - British Airways
A senior executive for British Airways has indicated that Caribbean Airlines Limited is benefiting from an unfair advantage of subsidized costs on its London – Caribbean route.
“Their prices reflect the fact that they are not paying in full for fuel. It is great for the consumer in the short term, but it’s not sustainable.
During the wide-ranging interview, the official also complained about the continuing negative impact that the high British airport passenger duty was having
“Their prices reflect the fact that they are not paying in full for fuel. It is great for the consumer in the short term, but it’s not sustainable.
During the wide-ranging interview, the official also complained about the continuing negative impact that the high British airport passenger duty was having
South Africa's Tiger Brands buys 63 pct of Nigeria's Dangote Flour
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Nigeria’s Dangote Group
(Reuters) - Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote on Thursday sold 63 percent of Dangote Flour to South African consumer goods firm Tiger Brands in a deal worth US$188 million, brokers said.
The sale of 3.1 billion shares on the Nigerian Stock Exchange was done at 9.50 naira (US$0.06) per share, after regulators' approval last month.
The deal is Tiger Brands' third and its biggest yet in Nigeria, Africa's
(Reuters) - Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote on Thursday sold 63 percent of Dangote Flour to South African consumer goods firm Tiger Brands in a deal worth US$188 million, brokers said.
The sale of 3.1 billion shares on the Nigerian Stock Exchange was done at 9.50 naira (US$0.06) per share, after regulators' approval last month.
The deal is Tiger Brands' third and its biggest yet in Nigeria, Africa's
Twenty20 Cricket: West Indies vs Australia in semis
Australia hope to remove big-hitter Chris Gayle early to put the West Indies under pressure during the second semi-final of the World Twenty20 in Colombo on Friday.
The left-hander holds the key to his team's batting success and Australian captain George Bailey said it was important not to let Gayle settle down at the crease.
"Their (West Indies) batting is no doubt their strength," Bailey said after his team's training session on Thursday. "If you can knock Gayle over early it really
The left-hander holds the key to his team's batting success and Australian captain George Bailey said it was important not to let Gayle settle down at the crease.
"Their (West Indies) batting is no doubt their strength," Bailey said after his team's training session on Thursday. "If you can knock Gayle over early it really
Jamaica: LNG to be introduced by 2012
The Jamaica government says it intends to introduce liquefied natural gas (LNG) by 2015 as it seeks to make the island nation more competitive by reducing the cost of energy to the various stakeholders.
The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) will now be responsible for sourcing the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) needed to fuel its new generation plant. This was revealed by Energy Minister Phillip Paulwell.
"We are very confident that with the tremendous international reach that
The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) will now be responsible for sourcing the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) needed to fuel its new generation plant. This was revealed by Energy Minister Phillip Paulwell.
"We are very confident that with the tremendous international reach that
Election 2012: Obama and Romney spar on economy during first debate
U.S President Barack Obama (l) and Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney. PHOTO/File
US President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger Mitt Romney have sparred over economic issues in their first presidential debate.
Wednesday's debate in Denver, Colorado, was the first of 3 scheduled for the month before Election Day.
Obama said he promised to cut taxes for middle-income people and did. He said if reelected, he will work just as hard to help the middle class through
US President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger Mitt Romney have sparred over economic issues in their first presidential debate.
Wednesday's debate in Denver, Colorado, was the first of 3 scheduled for the month before Election Day.
Obama said he promised to cut taxes for middle-income people and did. He said if reelected, he will work just as hard to help the middle class through
South Africa: Industrial action in mining industry may spread to coal sector
(Reuters) - Industrial action by South Africa's platinum, gold, iron ore and diamond miners could spread to coal, potentially disrupting output from one of the world's biggest coal suppliers.
As many as 75,000 miners, or 15 percent of the industry's workforce in South Africa, are on strike, undermining already shaky growth in Africa's biggest economy and threatening to spread to coal despite big differences between the sectors.
Coal majors and smaller firms said they are watching
As many as 75,000 miners, or 15 percent of the industry's workforce in South Africa, are on strike, undermining already shaky growth in Africa's biggest economy and threatening to spread to coal despite big differences between the sectors.
Coal majors and smaller firms said they are watching
Mitt Romney Won the First Debate
By Dennis Matanda
Barack Obama lost his first debate tonight. He allowed his challenger, Gov. Mitt Romney to walk all over him; Obama did not push back, and on his anniversary night, with his wife in the audience, made the exact same mistake George W. Bush made in 2004 in his debate again John Kerry. Obama should never have allowed Mitt Romney to open his mouth and become a credible alternative to him.
Tonight, Pres. Obama and Gov. Romney stood shoulder to shoulder for the first time.
Barack Obama lost his first debate tonight. He allowed his challenger, Gov. Mitt Romney to walk all over him; Obama did not push back, and on his anniversary night, with his wife in the audience, made the exact same mistake George W. Bush made in 2004 in his debate again John Kerry. Obama should never have allowed Mitt Romney to open his mouth and become a credible alternative to him.
Tonight, Pres. Obama and Gov. Romney stood shoulder to shoulder for the first time.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
2012 Caribbean Business Awards winners announced
Organizations voted as the cream of Caribbean industry have been announced as winners of the Caribbean Business Awards.
This year’s entrants ranged from new business start ups to more established organisations, with some truly outstanding organizations. All winners in the Caribbean Business Awards have an undeniable success story -- many congratulations to them all for their outstanding collective contribution to the Caribbean region and their individual achievements.
Winners of the
This year’s entrants ranged from new business start ups to more established organisations, with some truly outstanding organizations. All winners in the Caribbean Business Awards have an undeniable success story -- many congratulations to them all for their outstanding collective contribution to the Caribbean region and their individual achievements.
Winners of the
RLJ Acquisition, Inc. acquires Image Entertainment, Inc. and Acorn Media Group to Form RLJ Entertainment, Inc.
Robert L. Johnson
Robert L. Johnson, Founder of The RLJ Companies, Will Serve as Executive Chairman of The New NASDAQ Publicly Traded Company.
(PRNewswire) - Robert L. Johnson, Chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), announced today RLJ Acquisition, Inc. has successfully completed the business combination acquiring Image Entertainment, Inc. and Acorn Media Group, Inc., two highly complementary media content distribution companies to create RLJ
Robert L. Johnson, Founder of The RLJ Companies, Will Serve as Executive Chairman of The New NASDAQ Publicly Traded Company.
(PRNewswire) - Robert L. Johnson, Chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), announced today RLJ Acquisition, Inc. has successfully completed the business combination acquiring Image Entertainment, Inc. and Acorn Media Group, Inc., two highly complementary media content distribution companies to create RLJ
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