Kenya Airways was recently under the spotlight when two employees became the first father - daughter pilot team in the carriers' history.
Captain Mwangi has been a pilot with Kenya airways for about 29 years. His daughter Emma has followed in her father's footsteps and is on track to becoming a captain with the carrier.
Here below is their story courtesy of NTV news,
Friday, May 31, 2013
French Open 2013: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga advances to 4th round
(Reuters) - Jo-Wilfried Tsonga continued his march towards a potential French Open quarter-final with Roger Federer by reaching the fourth round with a 6-1 6-2 7-5 win over fellow Frenchman Jeremy Chardy on Friday.
Sixth seed Tsonga, the highest-ranked French player in the singles draws, next meets Serbian Viktor Troicki. "I was more solid than in the previous round," said Tsonga in a courtside interview.
Tsonga, who has yet to drop a set, took 102 minutes to dispose of Australian Open
Sixth seed Tsonga, the highest-ranked French player in the singles draws, next meets Serbian Viktor Troicki. "I was more solid than in the previous round," said Tsonga in a courtside interview.
Tsonga, who has yet to drop a set, took 102 minutes to dispose of Australian Open
French Open 2013: Serena Williams advances to round 4
Serena Williams in action against Sorana Cirstea. PHOTO/Getty Images
Serena Williams advanced to the fourth round at the French Open by beating Sorana Cirstea, 6-0, 6-2, Friday in Paris.
Williams, a 15-time Grand Slam champion, seeks her first French Open title since 2002. She hasn't reached the semifinals since 2003.
Ranked No. 1, Williams has won a career-best 27 consecutive matches. Since losing in the first round a year ago at Roland Garros, Williams is 70-3, including titles
Serena Williams advanced to the fourth round at the French Open by beating Sorana Cirstea, 6-0, 6-2, Friday in Paris.
Williams, a 15-time Grand Slam champion, seeks her first French Open title since 2002. She hasn't reached the semifinals since 2003.
Ranked No. 1, Williams has won a career-best 27 consecutive matches. Since losing in the first round a year ago at Roland Garros, Williams is 70-3, including titles
African Development Bank to create infrastructure fund of $50 billion
(Reuters) - The African Development Bank said on Thursday the fund it intends to create to finance infrastructure investment on the continent could be as big as US$50 billion.
"The Bank has explained its plan to build the continent's infrastructures and we estimate the potential to US$50 billion," chief economist and vice-president of the bank Mthuli Ncube told reporters, on the margins of the bank's annual assembly in Marrakesh, Morroco this week.
"The respective central bank
"The Bank has explained its plan to build the continent's infrastructures and we estimate the potential to US$50 billion," chief economist and vice-president of the bank Mthuli Ncube told reporters, on the margins of the bank's annual assembly in Marrakesh, Morroco this week.
"The respective central bank
Ricin laden letter addressed to Obama intercepted - Secret Service
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
The Secret Service revealed Thursday, that a suspicious letter similar to the ones sent to New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been intercepted by a White House mail screening facility.
Three poison-tainted, hand-addressed letters postmarked on the same day in Spokane, Washington, were mailed to President Barack Obama, a federal judge in Spokane and a post office in that city, the FBI says.
A fourth letter sent to Fairchild Air Force Base
The Secret Service revealed Thursday, that a suspicious letter similar to the ones sent to New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been intercepted by a White House mail screening facility.
Three poison-tainted, hand-addressed letters postmarked on the same day in Spokane, Washington, were mailed to President Barack Obama, a federal judge in Spokane and a post office in that city, the FBI says.
A fourth letter sent to Fairchild Air Force Base
Thursday, May 30, 2013
Robert L. Johnson launching alternative to PayDay loans this summer
RLJ Companies Chairman/BET Founder, Robert L. Johnson
Serial entrepreneur and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), Robert L. Johnson has revealed that he is looking to launch a lending program to compete with payday lenders and help break a cyclical borrowing pattern that has squelched many African Americans and minorities' buying and savings power.
According to Johnson, an alternative is needed because payday loans prevent African Americans and others from saving
Serial entrepreneur and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), Robert L. Johnson has revealed that he is looking to launch a lending program to compete with payday lenders and help break a cyclical borrowing pattern that has squelched many African Americans and minorities' buying and savings power.
According to Johnson, an alternative is needed because payday loans prevent African Americans and others from saving
China President Xi Jingping to visit CARICOM region hot on the heals of U.S. VP Biden's visit - reflecting region's growing importance
China’s new president Xi Jingping arrives in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, for a three-day visit during which time he will meet with Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders.
The Chinese president's visit is hot on the heels of United States Vice President Joe Biden who has just concluded his visit to the region.
Biden described his discussions with CARICOM leaders as “frank and cordial” and pledged Washington’s assistance on a wide range of issues affecting the
The Chinese president's visit is hot on the heels of United States Vice President Joe Biden who has just concluded his visit to the region.
Biden described his discussions with CARICOM leaders as “frank and cordial” and pledged Washington’s assistance on a wide range of issues affecting the
Venture Capital for Africa announces new initiative for promising entrepreneurs
An African entrepreneur and investor community known as the Venture Capital for Africa has announced the launch of a new initiative for promising African entrepreneurs to raise capital for their businesses and ideas.
Entrepreneurs selected in this initiative, will receive three months of targeted coaching, personal introductions to angel investors and principals at key investment firms.
Entrepreneurs interested should send in their applications by June 12, and must meet the
Entrepreneurs selected in this initiative, will receive three months of targeted coaching, personal introductions to angel investors and principals at key investment firms.
Entrepreneurs interested should send in their applications by June 12, and must meet the
Obama to focus on student loan program
U.S. President Barack Obama signing transportation bill that would also prevent interest rates on student loans from doubling. July 6, 2012. PHOTO/Getty Images
The government's subsidized student loan program, a marquee issue for President Barack Obama last year as he courted young voters on the campaign trail, is back on the White House agenda one month before a scheduled interest rate increase. But Obama's push to avoid the increase is far more low-key than it was in the election
The government's subsidized student loan program, a marquee issue for President Barack Obama last year as he courted young voters on the campaign trail, is back on the White House agenda one month before a scheduled interest rate increase. But Obama's push to avoid the increase is far more low-key than it was in the election
Barbados: Gov't denies having talks or agreement with IMF
The Barbados government has described as “malicious and unfounded” reports that the island-nation has held talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Chris Sinckler has also rubbished suggestions that Barbados would be devaluing its local currency, (BBD$1 = US$ 0.5).
“There will be no IMF program – not now, not June, not this year, and if we act as we are supposed to act, not in the foreseeable future and absolutely no devaluation
Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Chris Sinckler has also rubbished suggestions that Barbados would be devaluing its local currency, (BBD$1 = US$ 0.5).
“There will be no IMF program – not now, not June, not this year, and if we act as we are supposed to act, not in the foreseeable future and absolutely no devaluation
Ghana: Supreme Court could nullify election vote and overturn Mahama presidency - setting a precendent for Africa
Ghana President John Mahama
(Reuters) - Ghana's Supreme Court must decide in the coming months whether or not to overturn December elections that handed the presidency to John Mahama - a case that has transfixed the country.
Proceedings in a packed courtroom, where opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo is challenging the outcome of the 2012 poll, are broadcast live on the radio and blare from cars and buses as the population of 25 million tunes in for the latest developments.
Legal
(Reuters) - Ghana's Supreme Court must decide in the coming months whether or not to overturn December elections that handed the presidency to John Mahama - a case that has transfixed the country.
Proceedings in a packed courtroom, where opposition leader Nana Akufo-Addo is challenging the outcome of the 2012 poll, are broadcast live on the radio and blare from cars and buses as the population of 25 million tunes in for the latest developments.
Legal
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Vital Signs Absent
By Christopher Duff
Vital signs are often checked by health professionals in order to assess the most basic body functions. The four things they examine are: body temperature, respiration, blood pressure and heart rate. When a health professional declares "vital signs absent" on a person, it means that they no longer exhibit signs of life. Many of us are like this. But how do we become revived?
There is a phrase in the trailer that is key; "become more human". Passion does the same
Vital signs are often checked by health professionals in order to assess the most basic body functions. The four things they examine are: body temperature, respiration, blood pressure and heart rate. When a health professional declares "vital signs absent" on a person, it means that they no longer exhibit signs of life. Many of us are like this. But how do we become revived?
There is a phrase in the trailer that is key; "become more human". Passion does the same
Haiti: Plan by the United Nations to tackle cholera unfulfilled
The United Nations Organization's efforts to tackle cholera in Haiti are "almost non-existent", a medical charity, Medecins Sans Frontieres has revealed, as the world body faces court action for inadvertently starting a cholera epidemic in the country.
The United Nations is accused of negligently allowing peacekeeping soldiers to pollute Haiti's water with cholera. The epidemic, which is spread by infected sewage, has killed more than 8,000 people since late 2010.
Towards the end of
The United Nations is accused of negligently allowing peacekeeping soldiers to pollute Haiti's water with cholera. The epidemic, which is spread by infected sewage, has killed more than 8,000 people since late 2010.
Towards the end of
Shaquille O’Neal partners with Arizona Beverages to launch "Soda Shaq"
Shaquille O’Neal. PHOTO/EPA
Four-time NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal, is parntering with Arizona Beverages to launch his own brand of pop, aptly named “Soda Shaq.”
At least 50 million cans of the beverage are expected to hit the stores in June.
O’Neal has made big entrepreneurial moves off the court since retiring. He was a pre-IPO investor in Google, owns several fitness centers, and multiple Five Guys burger franchises. Shaq also reportedly owns equity stakes in Vitamin
Four-time NBA champion Shaquille O’Neal, is parntering with Arizona Beverages to launch his own brand of pop, aptly named “Soda Shaq.”
At least 50 million cans of the beverage are expected to hit the stores in June.
O’Neal has made big entrepreneurial moves off the court since retiring. He was a pre-IPO investor in Google, owns several fitness centers, and multiple Five Guys burger franchises. Shaq also reportedly owns equity stakes in Vitamin
French Open 2013: Serena Williams advances to round 3
Serena Williams
Top-ranked Serena Williams displayed staying power, extending her career-best winning streak to 26 matches by beating wild card Caroline Garcia of France, 6-1, 6-2.
Williams looks unbeatable. She has dropped just four games. She played the day's final match and finished in a hurry, committing only nine unforced errors never facing a break point.
"It's important for me to win easily," she said. "It's also important for me to play well. If I play well, it will bode
Top-ranked Serena Williams displayed staying power, extending her career-best winning streak to 26 matches by beating wild card Caroline Garcia of France, 6-1, 6-2.
Williams looks unbeatable. She has dropped just four games. She played the day's final match and finished in a hurry, committing only nine unforced errors never facing a break point.
"It's important for me to win easily," she said. "It's also important for me to play well. If I play well, it will bode
French Open 2013: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga survives scare, advances to 3rd round
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga advances into the third round of the French Open thanks to a 7-6 6-4 6-3 victory over Jarkko Nieminen.
The first set of the match proved to be even and with no breaks of serve secured, a tie-break was reached. It appeared that Nieminen was going to take a one-set lead when he was 6-5 in front, but Tsonga responded by winning three points in succession.
Tsonga then went on to break in the fifth game of the next two sets to secure his spot in the
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga advances into the third round of the French Open thanks to a 7-6 6-4 6-3 victory over Jarkko Nieminen.
The first set of the match proved to be even and with no breaks of serve secured, a tie-break was reached. It appeared that Nieminen was going to take a one-set lead when he was 6-5 in front, but Tsonga responded by winning three points in succession.
Tsonga then went on to break in the fifth game of the next two sets to secure his spot in the
St Kitts & Nevis: Prime Minister Douglas describes opposition efforts to form coalition as act of 'desperation' as likelihood of election widens
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas has described as “an act of desperation” efforts by the opposition, including two former government ministers, to form a government of unity if they are successful in the next general elections.
Prime Minister Douglas told reporters that he is confident that his ruling St. Kitts & Nevis Labor Party (SKNLP) would be returned to office and “the recent posturing by the opposition has
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas has described as “an act of desperation” efforts by the opposition, including two former government ministers, to form a government of unity if they are successful in the next general elections.
Prime Minister Douglas told reporters that he is confident that his ruling St. Kitts & Nevis Labor Party (SKNLP) would be returned to office and “the recent posturing by the opposition has
Ultrapetrol (Bahamas) Ltd Completes Sale of Seven Additional Barges; Receives Committed Term Sheet From DVB Bank SE; Comments On Q2 2013 EBITDA Guidance
(Reuters) - Ultrapetrol (Bahamas) Ltd announced the sale on May 15, 2013 of a further seven tank barges to a third party in Colombia who have exercised their option for these additional barges.
The barges are scheduled for delivery at the end of 2013. On May 15, 2013, the Company received a Committed Term Sheet from DVB Bank SE for an up to US$40 million, three-year reducing revolver facility. The commitment under this revolver decreases quarterly by US$1.25 million, or US$5 million per
The barges are scheduled for delivery at the end of 2013. On May 15, 2013, the Company received a Committed Term Sheet from DVB Bank SE for an up to US$40 million, three-year reducing revolver facility. The commitment under this revolver decreases quarterly by US$1.25 million, or US$5 million per
Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf elected to chair African Peer Review Mechanism
Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. PHOTO/Getty Images
Liberia's president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, has been elected Chairperson of the African Peer Review Mechanism by African leaders have acceded to be part of the same mechanism.
The African Peer Review Mechanism founded in 2003 is an instrument created by African Union leaders to encourage conformity in regard to political, economic and corporate governance values, codes, ethics and standards. It allows participating countries
Liberia's president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, has been elected Chairperson of the African Peer Review Mechanism by African leaders have acceded to be part of the same mechanism.
The African Peer Review Mechanism founded in 2003 is an instrument created by African Union leaders to encourage conformity in regard to political, economic and corporate governance values, codes, ethics and standards. It allows participating countries
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Profile: Warren Anderson, Co-Founder and President The Anderson-DuBose Company
Warren Anderson, Co-Founder and President The Anderson-DuBose Company
Warren Anderson is the co-founder and president of The Anderson-DuBose Company. He and college friend, Steve DuBose founded the company in 1991.
The Anderson-DuBose Company provides logistics solutions to corporations in the quick service industry. Anderson-DuBose offers distribution services to its clients and business partners. It serves restaurant chains including more than 700 McDonald's -and Chipolte
Warren Anderson is the co-founder and president of The Anderson-DuBose Company. He and college friend, Steve DuBose founded the company in 1991.
The Anderson-DuBose Company provides logistics solutions to corporations in the quick service industry. Anderson-DuBose offers distribution services to its clients and business partners. It serves restaurant chains including more than 700 McDonald's -and Chipolte
Kenya M-Pesa transactions hit $5 billion in first quarter - report
Kenyan M-Pesa (mobile money) based transactions topped US$4.9 billion in the first quarter of this year, according to a report released by the country's central bank - the Central Bank of Kenya.
This represented an increase of US$758 million from a similar period in 2012. The rise in value of transactions indicates that mobile money continues to penetrate the Kenya and the east African region at a rapid pace.
According to the report, the most transactions were made in January, where
This represented an increase of US$758 million from a similar period in 2012. The rise in value of transactions indicates that mobile money continues to penetrate the Kenya and the east African region at a rapid pace.
According to the report, the most transactions were made in January, where
Magic Johnson charity launches new dropout recovery center in Savannah, Georgia
The Magic Johnson Bridgescape, a charity organization that was founded by basketball great and hall of famer, Earvin "Magic" Johnson to provide students who have dropped out or are at-risk of dropping out of school, with a second chance at completing high school, opened a new charter school in Savannah, Georgia.
The Magic Johnson Bridgescape learning center will be operated by Provost Academy, a state-chartered specialty school, which opened its first Bridgescape center in Atlanta in
The Magic Johnson Bridgescape learning center will be operated by Provost Academy, a state-chartered specialty school, which opened its first Bridgescape center in Atlanta in
Zimbabwe: Southern African Development Community to help fund election
(Reuters) - Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe said regional leaders will hold a summit to discuss how to fund an election later this year.
Cash strapped Zimbabwe needs US$132 million for the election but conditions attached to the cash have divided the already fractious unity government, whose main players will be rivals for power in the vote.
The incumbent ruling party, the ZANU-PF of President Mugabe has been pushing for funding with as few strings as possible - claiming that
Cash strapped Zimbabwe needs US$132 million for the election but conditions attached to the cash have divided the already fractious unity government, whose main players will be rivals for power in the vote.
The incumbent ruling party, the ZANU-PF of President Mugabe has been pushing for funding with as few strings as possible - claiming that
Alden McLaughlin becomes the new Premier of the Cayman Islands
Alden McLaughlin (pictured), has become the new premier of the Cayman Islands after several days of negotiations by lawmakers.
His People’s Progressive Movement party won 9 of 18 legislative seats in Wednesday’s elections, one short of a majority.
This past Saturday, the People’s Progressive Movement clinched the majority when out going premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly accepted a post as House speaker for McLaughlin’s faction.
At a news conference, McLaughlin announced
His People’s Progressive Movement party won 9 of 18 legislative seats in Wednesday’s elections, one short of a majority.
This past Saturday, the People’s Progressive Movement clinched the majority when out going premier Juliana O’Connor-Connolly accepted a post as House speaker for McLaughlin’s faction.
At a news conference, McLaughlin announced
African American purchasing power now projected to hit $1.1 trillion by 2015
Black purchasing power in the United States. SOURCE/ReachingBlackConsumers.com
(PRNewswire) - Nashville, Tennessee - As the U.S. economy begins to regain some traction, it has become apparent the African American population is now an economic force to be reckoned with.
Their purchasing power is projected to be US$1.1 trillion by 2015. According to the Nielsen Company study, "African-American Consumers: Still Vital, Still Growing," this population's growth outpaces the rest of the
(PRNewswire) - Nashville, Tennessee - As the U.S. economy begins to regain some traction, it has become apparent the African American population is now an economic force to be reckoned with.
Their purchasing power is projected to be US$1.1 trillion by 2015. According to the Nielsen Company study, "African-American Consumers: Still Vital, Still Growing," this population's growth outpaces the rest of the
Mali: Presidential elections set for July 28
Mali's government announced on Monday that much-anticipated presidential elections will be held July 28, in a communique that set the dates for the campaign period and a runoff election. The move suggests that the West African country is serious about holding the ballot.
The elections would be the first since a coup in March 2012 ousted Mali's democratically elected president just months before he was due to step down at the end of his final term in office. The coup plunged the country
The elections would be the first since a coup in March 2012 ousted Mali's democratically elected president just months before he was due to step down at the end of his final term in office. The coup plunged the country
Monday, May 27, 2013
Nigeria: Central Bank governor Lamido Sanusi cautions against slashing interest rates
Nigeria’s central bank Governor Lamido Sanusi. PHOTO/File
(Bloomberg) - Nigeria’s central bank shouldn’t rush to cut interest rates even as inflation is forecast to remain within its target this year, Governor Lamido Sanusi said.
Rate reductions will depend on whether the government can control spending, Sanusi said in an interview in Marrakech, Morocco, where he is attending the annual meetings of the African Development Bank.
The Central Bank of Nigeria left its policy rate
(Bloomberg) - Nigeria’s central bank shouldn’t rush to cut interest rates even as inflation is forecast to remain within its target this year, Governor Lamido Sanusi said.
Rate reductions will depend on whether the government can control spending, Sanusi said in an interview in Marrakech, Morocco, where he is attending the annual meetings of the African Development Bank.
The Central Bank of Nigeria left its policy rate
St. Lucia on track to adopting the Caribbean Court of Justice
The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that St. Lucia does not require a referendum before becoming a full member of the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Court of Justice established in 2001 to replace the London-based Privy Council as the region’s final court.
A number of jurists and the St. Lucia government had sought the advice of the court to determine whether there was an error in the island-nation's constitution that would allow for certain amendments to proceed
A number of jurists and the St. Lucia government had sought the advice of the court to determine whether there was an error in the island-nation's constitution that would allow for certain amendments to proceed
French Open 2013: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Sloane Stephens advance to 2nd round
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in action against Aljaz Bedene during their first round match of the French Open, Monday May 27 2013. PHOTO/Michel Spingler/AP
(Reuters) - French favorite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga barely broke sweat as he brushed aside Slovenian Aljaz Bedene 6-2 6-2 6-3 to book his place in the second round of the French Open on Monday.
The sixth-seeded Tsonga, the last French man to reach a grand slam final at the Australian Open in 2008, will next take on either compatriot Paul-Henri
(Reuters) - French favorite Jo-Wilfried Tsonga barely broke sweat as he brushed aside Slovenian Aljaz Bedene 6-2 6-2 6-3 to book his place in the second round of the French Open on Monday.
The sixth-seeded Tsonga, the last French man to reach a grand slam final at the Australian Open in 2008, will next take on either compatriot Paul-Henri
Shark Pool event to boost minority businesses launched by African American Chamber of Commerce (Cincinnati)
The Cincinnati chapter of the African American Chamber of Commerce has announced that it is seeking applications for for its 2013 Shark Pool event that commences on September 27 this year.
According to chamber CEO Sean Rugless, the Shark Pool event which is modeled on the ABC network's popular "Shark Tank", will provide an opportunity to minority entrepreneurs to opportunity to present their business ideas to Earl Graves (founder and CEO of Black Enterprise) and a panel of local
According to chamber CEO Sean Rugless, the Shark Pool event which is modeled on the ABC network's popular "Shark Tank", will provide an opportunity to minority entrepreneurs to opportunity to present their business ideas to Earl Graves (founder and CEO of Black Enterprise) and a panel of local
French Open 2013: Serena Williams overpowers Anna Tatishvili - advances to 2nd round
Serena Williams in action against Anna Tatishvili in the first round of the French Open, Sunday May 26 2013. PHOTO/AP
Serena Williams returned Sunday to the red clay of the French Open, and this time unlike last year there was no stumble at the start.
Williams channeled any lingering frustration into her overpowering strokes and thoroughly dominated Anna Tatishvili 6-0, 6-1.
Williams lost her opening match at a Grand Slam tournament for the only time in her career a year ago, when
Serena Williams returned Sunday to the red clay of the French Open, and this time unlike last year there was no stumble at the start.
Williams channeled any lingering frustration into her overpowering strokes and thoroughly dominated Anna Tatishvili 6-0, 6-1.
Williams lost her opening match at a Grand Slam tournament for the only time in her career a year ago, when
African Union resolves to creation of African Standby Force to deal with new threats
African Union Logo
(Reuters) - African leaders decided on Monday to immediately establish a military rapid reaction force to deal with regional security emergencies, in a move to reduce the continent's reliance on outside forces and funds for its defence.
The move made at an African Union summit in Addis Ababa followed calls from several leaders for an African defence capacity to be created right away, given the new threats in a number of countries.
Plans for an African Standby Force
(Reuters) - African leaders decided on Monday to immediately establish a military rapid reaction force to deal with regional security emergencies, in a move to reduce the continent's reliance on outside forces and funds for its defence.
The move made at an African Union summit in Addis Ababa followed calls from several leaders for an African defence capacity to be created right away, given the new threats in a number of countries.
Plans for an African Standby Force
Sunday, May 26, 2013
Haiti: Plane carrying U.N. peacekeepers veers off runway - no injuries reported
Police in Haiti say a Brazilian military plane veered onto the grass next to a runway of the capital's airport after one engine caught fire as the aircraft attempted to take off. There were no injuries reported.
Airport police spokesman Max Justin says the fire erupted as the plane was speeding down the runway Sunday and the craft ran into the grass. Fire crews put out the blaze. There were burn marks visible on the plane, and its front landing-gear had snapped off.
Justin says none
Airport police spokesman Max Justin says the fire erupted as the plane was speeding down the runway Sunday and the craft ran into the grass. Fire crews put out the blaze. There were burn marks visible on the plane, and its front landing-gear had snapped off.
Justin says none
Wind Power begining to get traction in Africa
Wind farm located at the Ngong Hills near Nairobi, Kenya. PHOTO/File
Giant turbines churning in the wind are a rare sight in Africa, but that will not be the case for long.
Until now the meagre amounts of investment in African wind energy have predominantly come from governments and donors.
But this is changing fast, say experts.
Private investors smell profit in beefing up the continent's over-stretched power grids and swarms of new wind turbines are soon expected to
Giant turbines churning in the wind are a rare sight in Africa, but that will not be the case for long.
Until now the meagre amounts of investment in African wind energy have predominantly come from governments and donors.
But this is changing fast, say experts.
Private investors smell profit in beefing up the continent's over-stretched power grids and swarms of new wind turbines are soon expected to
Jamaican athletes dominates at the Adidas Grand Prix in New York
Veronica Campbell Brown at the 2012 London Olympic Games. PHOTO/File
Jamaican sprinters stole the spotlight in the athletic events at the Adidas Grand Prix, New York Diamond League meet at Icahn Stadium.
Veronica Campbell Brown romped to victory in the 200 metres in 22.53 seconds ahead of a fast fellow Jamaican Anneshia McLaughin who run in 22.63 seconds Sunday. Sherone Simpson finished in fourth place in a time of 22.96 seconds.
Aleen Bailey sped to victory in the womens 100
Jamaican sprinters stole the spotlight in the athletic events at the Adidas Grand Prix, New York Diamond League meet at Icahn Stadium.
Veronica Campbell Brown romped to victory in the 200 metres in 22.53 seconds ahead of a fast fellow Jamaican Anneshia McLaughin who run in 22.63 seconds Sunday. Sherone Simpson finished in fourth place in a time of 22.96 seconds.
Aleen Bailey sped to victory in the womens 100
Lelisa Desisa - winner of Boston Marathon honors victims, returning medal
Lelisa Desisa of Ethiopia crosses the finish line to win the Boston Marathon, April 15 2013. PHOTO/Elise Amendola AP
Lelisa Desisa, the winner of the men's race at the Boston Marathon says he is returning his winner's medal to honor the city and those killed and injured in the terrorist bombings near the finish line of one of the world's top running events.
Desisa says sport should be a pleasure and never a battlefield. He made the announcement Sunday at a ceremony with U.S. Secretary
Lelisa Desisa, the winner of the men's race at the Boston Marathon says he is returning his winner's medal to honor the city and those killed and injured in the terrorist bombings near the finish line of one of the world's top running events.
Desisa says sport should be a pleasure and never a battlefield. He made the announcement Sunday at a ceremony with U.S. Secretary
Friday, May 24, 2013
As a financial services hub, Botswana will not be a tax haven
As Botswana diversifies from it's largely mineral dependent economy into the establishment of a financial services hub, the southern African country is stepping up efforts to remove secrecy provisions and deficiencies in its tax information exchange agreements and laws in a bid to reverse impressions that the country may be a tax haven.
Last week, Botswana signed Tax Information Exchange Agreements with Guernsey. This follows February's agreements signed with six other countries.
The
Last week, Botswana signed Tax Information Exchange Agreements with Guernsey. This follows February's agreements signed with six other countries.
The
Caribbean should brace for "extremely active" hurricane season this year - NOAA
The United States National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting an extremely active hurricane season this year.
In its 2013 Atlantic hurricane season outlook, the NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, said 2013 would be prolific in raising storms out of the Atlantic and the Caribbean.
During the six-month hurricane season, which begins June 1, it is forecasted that there is a 70 percent likelihood of 13 to 20 named storms, with winds of 63 kph (40 mph) or
In its 2013 Atlantic hurricane season outlook, the NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center, said 2013 would be prolific in raising storms out of the Atlantic and the Caribbean.
During the six-month hurricane season, which begins June 1, it is forecasted that there is a 70 percent likelihood of 13 to 20 named storms, with winds of 63 kph (40 mph) or
In sign of shifting policy, Obama looking to end to perpetual U.S. 'war on terror'
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Twelve years after the "war on terror" began, President Barack Obama wants to pull the United States back from some of the most controversial aspects of its global fight against Islamist militants.
In a major policy speech on Thursday, Obama narrowed the scope of the targeted-killing drone campaign against al Qaeda and its allies and took steps toward closing the Guantanamo Bay military prison in Cuba.
He acknowledged the past use
(Reuters) - Twelve years after the "war on terror" began, President Barack Obama wants to pull the United States back from some of the most controversial aspects of its global fight against Islamist militants.
In a major policy speech on Thursday, Obama narrowed the scope of the targeted-killing drone campaign against al Qaeda and its allies and took steps toward closing the Guantanamo Bay military prison in Cuba.
He acknowledged the past use
Thursday, May 23, 2013
Franc zone African states should emancipate from France, build relations with China and the rest of Africa
By Sanou Mbaye
In recent years, China and Africa have formed one of the modern era’s most successful economic and trade partnerships.
China benefits from Africa’s oil, minerals, and markets, while Africa benefits from increased trade and investment in infrastructure, health, education, small-scale businesses, and low and medium technologies.
Many Western observers – and some Africans – have condemned China’s involvement on the continent as a new form of colonialism,
In recent years, China and Africa have formed one of the modern era’s most successful economic and trade partnerships.
China benefits from Africa’s oil, minerals, and markets, while Africa benefits from increased trade and investment in infrastructure, health, education, small-scale businesses, and low and medium technologies.
Many Western observers – and some Africans – have condemned China’s involvement on the continent as a new form of colonialism,
Opposition People’s Progressive Movement of Alden McLaughlin wins Cayman Islands vote
The opposition People’s Progressive Movement led by Alden McLaughlin (pictured), won the elections in the Cayman Islands, however, McLaughlin will need to form a coalition government, given that his party won 9 out of 18 ridings - one short of a majority.
Embattled former premier McKeeva Bush - who is facing 11 charges of charges of corruption, theft and fraud was winner in his riding located in the West Bay district. His United Democratic Party was victor in 4 ridings.
Incumbent
Embattled former premier McKeeva Bush - who is facing 11 charges of charges of corruption, theft and fraud was winner in his riding located in the West Bay district. His United Democratic Party was victor in 4 ridings.
Incumbent
NAACP to honor Medgar Evers' memory to mark 50 years after his assasination
NAACP leaders from around the United States are honoring the memory of the group's former Mississippi leader, Medgar Evers, nearly 50 years after he was assassinated outside his Jackson home.
NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous and board chairwoman Roslyn Brock helped Evers' widow lay a wreath of yellow and white flowers Thursday at the modest one-story house, now a museum.
Myrlie Evers-Williams told nearly 200 people that she and her husband knew his civil rights work put his life
NAACP president Benjamin Todd Jealous and board chairwoman Roslyn Brock helped Evers' widow lay a wreath of yellow and white flowers Thursday at the modest one-story house, now a museum.
Myrlie Evers-Williams told nearly 200 people that she and her husband knew his civil rights work put his life
Ghana: Latest numbers from the Central Bank indicate a slow down in growth of economy in 1st quarter
Latest reports from Ghana indicate a slow down in the country's economy.
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Henry Kofi Wampah indicated that business and consumer sentiments on growth prospects have also softened amid heightened inflation expectations.
The Central Bank's Composite Index of Economic Activity (CIEA) - a rough measure of the pace of economic activity, dropped by 0.6 percent in May after a 14.8 percent growth in March.
The period also saw all the components of
The Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, Henry Kofi Wampah indicated that business and consumer sentiments on growth prospects have also softened amid heightened inflation expectations.
The Central Bank's Composite Index of Economic Activity (CIEA) - a rough measure of the pace of economic activity, dropped by 0.6 percent in May after a 14.8 percent growth in March.
The period also saw all the components of
Jamaica looking to broaden skilled worker categories via amendments to CARICOM Free Movement of Skilled Persons Act
Jamaica is in the process of making amendments to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Free Movement of Skilled Persons Act, so as to broaden the categories of skilled nationals able to access jobs in other regional countries.
The island-nation's Labor and Social Security Minister, Derrick Kellier, will table the amendments to increase the categories of workers who can apply for a CARICOM Skills Certificate.
Under the present CARICOM Skills Certificate in Jamaica, the categories of
The island-nation's Labor and Social Security Minister, Derrick Kellier, will table the amendments to increase the categories of workers who can apply for a CARICOM Skills Certificate.
Under the present CARICOM Skills Certificate in Jamaica, the categories of
African Union marks 50 years
(AP) - African nations this week mark the 50th year since the founding of a continent-wide organization that spearheaded efforts to liberate Africa from colonialism. Now leaders want to map out the next 50 years of political and economic integration.
Its primary mandate was to liberate Africa from the shackles of colonialism and apartheid. The weeklong 50-year celebrations culminate Saturday in the Ethiopian capital where African leaders will be joined by foreign dignitaries including
Its primary mandate was to liberate Africa from the shackles of colonialism and apartheid. The weeklong 50-year celebrations culminate Saturday in the Ethiopian capital where African leaders will be joined by foreign dignitaries including
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Profile: Davon Kelly - Founder and CEO, Novad Management Consulting
Davon Kelly, Founder and CEO Novad Management Consulting
Davon Kelly is the founder and CEO of Novad Management Consulting - a company he founded in 2003.
The company, Novad Management Consulting, is a multi-faceted company providing financial and audit management services; project, program and risk management; business process re-engineering, business evaluation, property management, and training and coaching services.
According to the company's website, NOVAD Management
Davon Kelly is the founder and CEO of Novad Management Consulting - a company he founded in 2003.
The company, Novad Management Consulting, is a multi-faceted company providing financial and audit management services; project, program and risk management; business process re-engineering, business evaluation, property management, and training and coaching services.
According to the company's website, NOVAD Management
Research and Markets: Nigeria oil and gas storage market analysis and outlook to 2020 - drivers, challenges, infrastructure, supply- demand and competitive landscape
Oil Refinery in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. PHOTO/File
Press Release
(Business Wire) - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Nigeria Storage Market Analysis and Outlook to 2020 - Drivers, Challenges, Infrastructure, Supply- demand and competitive landscape" target="_blank" report to their offering.
Nigeria oil and gas storage industry research work is a compulsory report for all analysts involved in the oil storage sector. It provides all the key trends and analyzes
Press Release
(Business Wire) - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Nigeria Storage Market Analysis and Outlook to 2020 - Drivers, Challenges, Infrastructure, Supply- demand and competitive landscape" target="_blank" report to their offering.
Nigeria oil and gas storage industry research work is a compulsory report for all analysts involved in the oil storage sector. It provides all the key trends and analyzes
Stop and Frisk: Court decision pending on whether changes to police policy are needed
Policewoman frisking man. PHOTO/Hill Street Studios
A federal judge must now decide whether the New York police force has been unjustly stopping black and Hispanic men under a polarizing tactic known as "stop and frisk", and whether changes are needed to department policy, training and supervision.
During a 10-week civil rights trial that ended Monday, U.S. District Court Judge Shira Schiendlin heard testimony from 12 witnesses, all minorities, who said they were stopped by New York
A federal judge must now decide whether the New York police force has been unjustly stopping black and Hispanic men under a polarizing tactic known as "stop and frisk", and whether changes are needed to department policy, training and supervision.
During a 10-week civil rights trial that ended Monday, U.S. District Court Judge Shira Schiendlin heard testimony from 12 witnesses, all minorities, who said they were stopped by New York
Kingstoon Animation Festival - tapping into the innovation potential of Jamaica
Jamaica is a hub for innovation.
While currently home to just three “pure play” animation studios, the animation industry in Jamaica has the potential to create thousands of jobs.
In the past four years, over 2,500 students received 1 or 2 grades for Visual Arts. In other words, in Jamaica today there are well over 2,000 young people aged 16-21 with the basic skills to become world-class animators.
But how to turn this enormous, untapped potential into a fully-fledged,
While currently home to just three “pure play” animation studios, the animation industry in Jamaica has the potential to create thousands of jobs.
In the past four years, over 2,500 students received 1 or 2 grades for Visual Arts. In other words, in Jamaica today there are well over 2,000 young people aged 16-21 with the basic skills to become world-class animators.
But how to turn this enormous, untapped potential into a fully-fledged,
East African Community looking into Private Equity to raise capital - and break aid dependency
black business
East African Community partner states are looking into the possibilities of raising more money from international capital markets and in turn reduce donor dependency.
The plan is to use this capital for financing infrastructure projects to improve the East African Community's competitiveness as an investor destination.
Most recently Rwanda managed to sell a US$400 million Eurobond which was quickly snapped up by investors. Kenya intends to raise US$1 billion before the
East African Community partner states are looking into the possibilities of raising more money from international capital markets and in turn reduce donor dependency.
The plan is to use this capital for financing infrastructure projects to improve the East African Community's competitiveness as an investor destination.
Most recently Rwanda managed to sell a US$400 million Eurobond which was quickly snapped up by investors. Kenya intends to raise US$1 billion before the
Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love, to run for Congress again in 2014
Mia Love, the mayor of Saratoga Springs, Utah, addresses the Republican National Convention, August 28 2012. PHOTO/J. Scott Applewhite
Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love wants another shot to challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim Matheson in 2014.
Love made the announcement Saturday while addressing delegates at the Utah Republican Party's annual organizing convention.
Love narrowly lost to Matheson last November in one of the country's most heavily GOP districts.
The race was one of
Saratoga Springs Mayor Mia Love wants another shot to challenge Democratic U.S. Rep. Jim Matheson in 2014.
Love made the announcement Saturday while addressing delegates at the Utah Republican Party's annual organizing convention.
Love narrowly lost to Matheson last November in one of the country's most heavily GOP districts.
The race was one of
Elections underway in the Cayman Islands
Incumbent Cayman Islands Premier Julianna O’Connor Connolly
Voters in the Cayman Islands are going to the polls today to elect a new government with political observers pointing to the possibility of a coalition administration emerging after the ballots are counted.
The vote comes six months after former Cayman Premier McKeeva Bush resigned following his arrest on suspicion of corruption.
Polls opened at 7:00 am (8:00 am EST) and will close at 6:00 pm local time (7:00 pm
Voters in the Cayman Islands are going to the polls today to elect a new government with political observers pointing to the possibility of a coalition administration emerging after the ballots are counted.
The vote comes six months after former Cayman Premier McKeeva Bush resigned following his arrest on suspicion of corruption.
Polls opened at 7:00 am (8:00 am EST) and will close at 6:00 pm local time (7:00 pm
Zimbabwe: New constitution that curbs presidential powers, imposes term limits becomes law
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe (pictured), signed a new constitution into law on Wednesday, replacing a 33-year-old document forged in the dying days of British colonial rule and paving the way for fresh elections later this year.
The constitution, approved overwhelmingly in a referendum in March, clips the powers of the president and imposes a two-term limit.
Mugabe, flanked by Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, his main political rival, and deputy president Joyce Mujuru, signed
The constitution, approved overwhelmingly in a referendum in March, clips the powers of the president and imposes a two-term limit.
Mugabe, flanked by Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, his main political rival, and deputy president Joyce Mujuru, signed
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
The Truth About Peer Pressure
By Christopher Duff
"There is a serious problem that our young people are facing today, and I believe that there is more we can be doing to support them. The problem is peer pressure. I am sure many of you have heard of the ‘Say No To Drugs’ Campaigns and similar things to them. And I think they are great, and have had incredible success. However, I feel as though many of these campaigns, and many of the solutions we try to offer our young people focus on a particular area. But I am
"There is a serious problem that our young people are facing today, and I believe that there is more we can be doing to support them. The problem is peer pressure. I am sure many of you have heard of the ‘Say No To Drugs’ Campaigns and similar things to them. And I think they are great, and have had incredible success. However, I feel as though many of these campaigns, and many of the solutions we try to offer our young people focus on a particular area. But I am
African Americans’ wealth building hampered by competing financial priorities, lagging investment product ownership - Study by Prudential Financial
(Business Wire) - Newark, N.J - Prudential Financial, Inc. today revealed the results of its 2013-2014 “African American Financial Experience” study, which found that competing priorities and fewer investment products constrict African Americans’ ability to build a legacy of wealth. The biennial study also found that the African American community remains optimistic and continues to demonstrate financial progress, confidence and growing affluence, despite mounting debt and little
Moody's warning of debt default in Belize, Grenada and Jamaica
A major international credit rating agency is warning of more Caribbean sovereign debt restructurings ahead of the Caribbean Development Bank annual meetings in St Lucia this week.
The Wall Street-based Moody’s Investor Service said on Monday that it expects sovereign credit quality to “continue deteriorating in the region.
“We see the defaults of Belize (Caa2 stable), Jamaica (Caa3 stable) and Grenada (unrated) over the past year as being part of a broader debt crisis in the
The Wall Street-based Moody’s Investor Service said on Monday that it expects sovereign credit quality to “continue deteriorating in the region.
“We see the defaults of Belize (Caa2 stable), Jamaica (Caa3 stable) and Grenada (unrated) over the past year as being part of a broader debt crisis in the
Kevin Durant donates $1 million to Red Cross towards Oklahoma tornado relief
Kevin Durant. PHOTO/Bill Waugh/Reuters
Oklahoma City Thunder star and Olympic gold medalist Kevin Durant is pledging US$1 million for tornado relief through his family foundation.
The American Red Cross announced Tuesday that the gift from The Durant Family Foundation is meant to match other donations and be an incentive for more people to give.
Red Cross' regional CEO Janienne Bella said the organization was thankful for Durant's "generosity."
The Red Cross is accepting US$10
Oklahoma City Thunder star and Olympic gold medalist Kevin Durant is pledging US$1 million for tornado relief through his family foundation.
The American Red Cross announced Tuesday that the gift from The Durant Family Foundation is meant to match other donations and be an incentive for more people to give.
Red Cross' regional CEO Janienne Bella said the organization was thankful for Durant's "generosity."
The Red Cross is accepting US$10
iROKO Partners founder Jason Njoku launches 'SPARK' to help fund Nigerian tech startups
Nigerian serial entrepreneur Jason Njoku and a business partner recently launched a company to fund tech companies in Nigeria - and in the longer term the West African region.
The company, SPARK, is a US$ 1 million dollar project created to support and develop aspiring Nigerian tech and internet entrepreneurs.
SPARK, a Lagos-based company calls itself "a company that builds companies" - it currently exists in the country’s angel investment ecosystem and will initially support tech
The company, SPARK, is a US$ 1 million dollar project created to support and develop aspiring Nigerian tech and internet entrepreneurs.
SPARK, a Lagos-based company calls itself "a company that builds companies" - it currently exists in the country’s angel investment ecosystem and will initially support tech
Malawi: Banda administration auctions off presidential jet - in keeping with president's promise
Malawi President Joyce Banda
Malawi's presidential jet has been auctioned off to a Virgin Islands company for US$15 million, after the cash-strapped government disposed of it to raise funds, an official said Tuesday.
Bohnox Enterprise Ltd beat three other bidders for the 14-passenger aircraft used by former president Bingu wa Mutharika, who died last year.
"We have accepted their offer and we are waiting to hear from them," cabinet clerk Ernest Katchetche said in a
Malawi's presidential jet has been auctioned off to a Virgin Islands company for US$15 million, after the cash-strapped government disposed of it to raise funds, an official said Tuesday.
Bohnox Enterprise Ltd beat three other bidders for the 14-passenger aircraft used by former president Bingu wa Mutharika, who died last year.
"We have accepted their offer and we are waiting to hear from them," cabinet clerk Ernest Katchetche said in a
Obama pledges urgent aid to tornado devastated Oklahoma town
Devastation following tornado in Moore, Oklahoma. PHOTO/Gene Blevins/Corbis
U.S. President Barack Obama has pledged urgent government help for Oklahoma Tuesday in the wake of "one of the most destructive" storms in the history of the United States.
"In an instant neighborhoods were destroyed, dozens of people lost their lives, many more were injured," Obama said from the White House State Dining Room. "Among the victims were young children trying to take shelter in the safest place
U.S. President Barack Obama has pledged urgent government help for Oklahoma Tuesday in the wake of "one of the most destructive" storms in the history of the United States.
"In an instant neighborhoods were destroyed, dozens of people lost their lives, many more were injured," Obama said from the White House State Dining Room. "Among the victims were young children trying to take shelter in the safest place
Undersea Fiber-optic cable from Jamaica to Cuba comes online
A company that monitors global Internet traffic says that the undersea fiber-optic cable connecting Jamaica to Cuba has come online.
Internet analysis firm Renesys says it detected the new traffic between Cable & Wireless Jamaica and Cuban state telecom monopoly Etecsa beginning May 13.
Renesys announced the new connection in a post on the company's blog Monday.
Copyright 2013 The Associated
Internet analysis firm Renesys says it detected the new traffic between Cable & Wireless Jamaica and Cuban state telecom monopoly Etecsa beginning May 13.
Renesys announced the new connection in a post on the company's blog Monday.
Copyright 2013 The Associated
West Indies begin preparations for ICC Champions Trophy
West Indies will kick off their preparation for next month’s Champions Trophy in England, when they embark on a five-day camp at the High Performance Center at the 3Ws Oval starting today.
The sessions will be overseen by West Indies head coach Ottis Gibson with assistant coach Tony Radford and the High Performance Center’s Andre Coley, also involved in the squad’s preparation.
Players were expected to begin arriving last night, with the remainder coming today.
Players
The sessions will be overseen by West Indies head coach Ottis Gibson with assistant coach Tony Radford and the High Performance Center’s Andre Coley, also involved in the squad’s preparation.
Players were expected to begin arriving last night, with the remainder coming today.
Players
E.W. Jackson nominated by Republican Convention for Lt. Gov of Virginia
The Republican convention in Virginia nominated firebrand conservative minister E.W. Jackson for Virginia lieutenant governor.
Jackson is the first African American, the Republican party has nominated for statewide office in the state since 1988.
Jackson provoked the loudest ovation of the day at from the Tea Party-dominated Republican Party convention in Richmond on Saturday, declaring in an impassioned speech, "I am not an African American, I am an American!"
He won the
Jackson is the first African American, the Republican party has nominated for statewide office in the state since 1988.
Jackson provoked the loudest ovation of the day at from the Tea Party-dominated Republican Party convention in Richmond on Saturday, declaring in an impassioned speech, "I am not an African American, I am an American!"
He won the
Namibia strikes oil
The Namibian government on Tuesday announced the first discovery of oil off it's coast around the Walvis Basin.
Namibia has commissioned a Rio de Janeiro-based energy and exploration firm HRT to assist in looking for the possibilities that the waters of it's coast may bear oil and gas.
The recent findings from an exploratory well, though commercially viable in terms of volume, are promising.
The company discovered "two well-developed source rocks" and "several thin-bedded sandy
Namibia has commissioned a Rio de Janeiro-based energy and exploration firm HRT to assist in looking for the possibilities that the waters of it's coast may bear oil and gas.
The recent findings from an exploratory well, though commercially viable in terms of volume, are promising.
The company discovered "two well-developed source rocks" and "several thin-bedded sandy
Trinidad & Tobago: Motion of no confidence Persad-Bissessar administration denies allegations
The coalition People’s Partnership government Monday strenuously denied allegations that it was engaged in attempts to undermine the judiciary and the media and dismissed as “frivolous and a waste of parliamentary time” the opposition's motion of no confidence in the Kamla Persad-Bissessar led administration.
Attorney General Anand Ramlogan said the motion filed by the opposition Leader Keith Rowley was “devoid of merit and an act of political desperation.
The attorney general
Attorney General Anand Ramlogan said the motion filed by the opposition Leader Keith Rowley was “devoid of merit and an act of political desperation.
The attorney general
Monday, May 20, 2013
Obama travelling to Africa in June
A younger Barack Obama with his grandmother during his first trip to Africa to visit the family of his father, Barack Obama, Sr. PHOTO/Maya Soetoro-Ng
President Barack Obama will leave on a first African tour next month, visiting Senegal, Tanzania and South Africa, but his itinerary bypasses Kenya, an ancestral homeland.
Obama disappointed many Africans by spending only a few hours in sub-Saharan Africa -- in Ghana -- during his first term, but is keen to implement a sweeping new
President Barack Obama will leave on a first African tour next month, visiting Senegal, Tanzania and South Africa, but his itinerary bypasses Kenya, an ancestral homeland.
Obama disappointed many Africans by spending only a few hours in sub-Saharan Africa -- in Ghana -- during his first term, but is keen to implement a sweeping new
Friday, May 17, 2013
A Distracted Obama Agenda
In the month when it was confirmed that the U.S. president would, finally, grace the continent of his forefathers with a visit, the Obama Administration has been besieged with all sorts of scandal. For those outside the beltway, away from the media hailstorm or just looking for another reason to point fingers at 44, these scandals are a big deal. And yet to the rest of the world, many do not understand what was so important about Benghazi. People died. So? And about the Internal Revenue
Caribbean Airlines board replaced - in reaction to massive losses incurred in 2012
Less than 72 hours after he announced that Caribbean Airlines had accumulated massive losses in 2012, Trinidad & Tobago Finance Minister Larry Howai has announced that the current board of directors of the beleaguered carrier had been replaced.
Howai told a news conference that the new interim board will be chaired by former independent legislator Phillip Marshall and includes the Jamaican Denis Lalor.
Howai told reporters that the new board would have to outline measures to turn
Howai told a news conference that the new interim board will be chaired by former independent legislator Phillip Marshall and includes the Jamaican Denis Lalor.
Howai told reporters that the new board would have to outline measures to turn
Jamaica: Economy in recession during 1st quarter of 2013 - trend expected to improve
Latest statistics released by the Bank of Jamaica
indicate that the island-nation's economy remained in recession during the first quarter of 2013, however, the economy was predicted to stabilize during the second quarter of the year.
The Central Bank estimated that the economy shrank in a range of 0.2 percent to 1.2 percent in the first quarter of 2013, however, conditions are expected to improve in the second quarter as growth rate is forecast to be flat in a range of negative 0.5
indicate that the island-nation's economy remained in recession during the first quarter of 2013, however, the economy was predicted to stabilize during the second quarter of the year.
The Central Bank estimated that the economy shrank in a range of 0.2 percent to 1.2 percent in the first quarter of 2013, however, conditions are expected to improve in the second quarter as growth rate is forecast to be flat in a range of negative 0.5
Madagascar: African Union will not recognize Rajoelina as President
The African Union has said it will not recognize Andry Rajoelina as Madagascar's president if he wins July's presidential election, piling more pressure on the incumbent leader not to stand.
Rajoelina plunged the country into a still-unresolved political crisis in 2009 when he seized power with military support in what the African Union called a coup. The ensuing turmoil has stunted investment both local and foreign and badly hurt economic growth.
In a statement after a late-night
Rajoelina plunged the country into a still-unresolved political crisis in 2009 when he seized power with military support in what the African Union called a coup. The ensuing turmoil has stunted investment both local and foreign and badly hurt economic growth.
In a statement after a late-night
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Profile: Rachel Tladi - Founder and CEO Uvuko Civils
Rachel Tladi - Founder and CEO Uvuko Civils
Rachel Tladi is the founder and CEO of South African maintenance and construction company Uvuko Civils.
She founded the company in 2002 - at the urging of a client and friend who challenged her to start her own construction company.
According to the company's website, Uvuko Civils undertakes civil, maintenance and construction work with service offerings that include: project management; civil works - roads and earthworks; cost control;
Rachel Tladi is the founder and CEO of South African maintenance and construction company Uvuko Civils.
She founded the company in 2002 - at the urging of a client and friend who challenged her to start her own construction company.
According to the company's website, Uvuko Civils undertakes civil, maintenance and construction work with service offerings that include: project management; civil works - roads and earthworks; cost control;
Profile: Rachel Tladi - Founder and CEO Uvuko Civils
Rachel Tladi - Founder and CEO Uvuko Civils
Rachel Tladi is the founder and CEO of South African maintenance and construction company Uvuko Civils.
She founded the company in 2002 - at the urging of a client and friend who challenged her to start her own construction company.
According to the company's website, Uvuko Civils undertakes civil, maintenance and construction work with service offerings that include: project management; civil works - roads and earthworks; cost control;
Rachel Tladi is the founder and CEO of South African maintenance and construction company Uvuko Civils.
She founded the company in 2002 - at the urging of a client and friend who challenged her to start her own construction company.
According to the company's website, Uvuko Civils undertakes civil, maintenance and construction work with service offerings that include: project management; civil works - roads and earthworks; cost control;
Dave Bing will not seek re-election as Mayor of Detroit
Detroit Mayor, Dave Bing
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing ripped Michigan officials Tuesday for failing to deliver on promises and then announced he won’t seek re-election in the city, which recently became the nation’s largest to be placed under state oversight.
“What matters most to me is giving residents a better Detroit,” Mr. Bing said in making the announcement at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. “I have to wonder if the state is truly interested in a
Detroit Mayor Dave Bing ripped Michigan officials Tuesday for failing to deliver on promises and then announced he won’t seek re-election in the city, which recently became the nation’s largest to be placed under state oversight.
“What matters most to me is giving residents a better Detroit,” Mr. Bing said in making the announcement at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History. “I have to wonder if the state is truly interested in a
Caribbean Airlines recorded losses of $70 million in 2012 - Minister Howai
The Trinidad & Tobago based and state-owned Caribbean Airlines recorded losses estimated at US$70 million last year, the twin island-nation's Finance Minister Larry Howai has revealed.
He told the Senate on Tuesday that the figure does not include the US$40 million in fuel subsidy to the airline even though he insists that the airline remains solvent.
“Government has made certain provisions for the airline to restructure its balance sheet. One of the things they have done is to use
He told the Senate on Tuesday that the figure does not include the US$40 million in fuel subsidy to the airline even though he insists that the airline remains solvent.
“Government has made certain provisions for the airline to restructure its balance sheet. One of the things they have done is to use
South Africa: Miners at Anglo American Platinum to stage work stoppage from Thursday night
(Reuters) - Miners at South Africa's Anglo American Platinum operations will stage a work stoppage from Thursday evening over proposed job cuts, a branch official for mine workers union the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) has revealed.
"The night shift today is not going underground and also the day shift tomorrow is not going to work," the official, who did not want to be identified, said. He could not say how long the stoppage might
"The night shift today is not going underground and also the day shift tomorrow is not going to work," the official, who did not want to be identified, said. He could not say how long the stoppage might
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Exchange the Role of Guest for that of Host: When the Maid Takes Over the Master’s House
By Ryan Elcock
“Defeat the enemy from within by infiltrating the enemy's camp under the guise of cooperation, surrender, or peace treaties. In this way you can discover his weakness and then, when the enemy's guard is relaxed, strike directly at the source of his strength.”
- Thirty- Six Strategies of Ancient China –Strategy 30: Exchange the Role of Guest for that of Host
If Africa does not want to fall into the cycle of colonialism, she must be willing to dictate the terms
“Defeat the enemy from within by infiltrating the enemy's camp under the guise of cooperation, surrender, or peace treaties. In this way you can discover his weakness and then, when the enemy's guard is relaxed, strike directly at the source of his strength.”
- Thirty- Six Strategies of Ancient China –Strategy 30: Exchange the Role of Guest for that of Host
If Africa does not want to fall into the cycle of colonialism, she must be willing to dictate the terms
The Perils of Youth
By Christopher Duff
I had an interesting conversation with an older gentleman. He asked me ‘why are young people so lazy?’ I got upset. I asked him ‘have you ever woken up one morning, knowing you did not have much to do, so you decided to just stay in bed a little longer and relax?’ He said ‘yea’. I asked, has there ever been a time when you knew you were going to do something really fun the next day so you could barely sleep, cause you were anticipating a day full of
I had an interesting conversation with an older gentleman. He asked me ‘why are young people so lazy?’ I got upset. I asked him ‘have you ever woken up one morning, knowing you did not have much to do, so you decided to just stay in bed a little longer and relax?’ He said ‘yea’. I asked, has there ever been a time when you knew you were going to do something really fun the next day so you could barely sleep, cause you were anticipating a day full of
Lagos Business School to host Africa Business Conference
The theme of for this year's conference is "Breeding African Lions: Imperatives for building globally competitive businesses".
(Sponsor Wire) - Until the late 1990s, Africa was considered a remote and dark continent fraught with unemployment, poverty, armed conflicts amongst other ills.
These, several analysts pointed out were indices of the unbridled and corrupt leadership manifest in all tiers of government across the continent. For decades, the continent's struggle for her economic
(Sponsor Wire) - Until the late 1990s, Africa was considered a remote and dark continent fraught with unemployment, poverty, armed conflicts amongst other ills.
These, several analysts pointed out were indices of the unbridled and corrupt leadership manifest in all tiers of government across the continent. For decades, the continent's struggle for her economic
Michelle Thornhill becomes Strategy and Integration Manager for Wells Fargo Enterprise Diversity and Inclusion
(Black PR Wire) - Charlotte, NC - Wells Fargo recently named Michelle Thornhill (pictured), senior vice president, as strategy and integration manager reporting directly to the head of Enterprise Diversity and Inclusion. For the last five years, Thornhill served as the African American segment manager at Wells Fargo. In this role, she led the development and execution of the enterprise marketing and engagement strategy for African American consumers and communities.
As Strategy and
As Strategy and
WICB to earn $4.5 million from Caribbean Premier League
The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) will earn US$4.5 million each year from their deal with Verus International, the owners of the Caribbean Premier League, a WICB Director has announced. The WICB earnings will also include an annual licence fee of US$1.5 million, which takes inflation rates into account, Director Baldath Mahabir has stated.
“The West Indies Cricket Board was running the regional T20 tournament and was losing US$3 million a year because there were no sponsors,” said
“The West Indies Cricket Board was running the regional T20 tournament and was losing US$3 million a year because there were no sponsors,” said
Nigeria: President Jonathan declares emergency in 3 states in bid to stem Boko Haram "jihad"
Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan imposed a "state of emergency" in three states menaced by al-Qaeda-linked Islamist group Boko Haram, saying the level of violence called for "extraordinary measures".
The Boko Haram insurgents, who say they are fighting to create an Islamic state in the north, have carried out scores of attacks since 2009 but Jonathan said the violence can no longer be treated as "militancy or criminality".
In a televised speech, he described the attacks as
The Boko Haram insurgents, who say they are fighting to create an Islamic state in the north, have carried out scores of attacks since 2009 but Jonathan said the violence can no longer be treated as "militancy or criminality".
In a televised speech, he described the attacks as
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Haiti: Martelly marks 2 years in offices - points to his administration's accomplishments
Haitian President Michel Martelly
Haiti's President Michel Martelly is defending his record since taking office two years ago./p
Among some of the accomplishments Martelly has achieved during the past two years are the introduction of a tuition-free school project and social protection programs. Martelly also says his government has brought tourists back to the one-time tropical getaway.
Martelly was an entertainer known as "Sweet Micky" before he turned to politics. He won the
Haiti's President Michel Martelly is defending his record since taking office two years ago./p
Among some of the accomplishments Martelly has achieved during the past two years are the introduction of a tuition-free school project and social protection programs. Martelly also says his government has brought tourists back to the one-time tropical getaway.
Martelly was an entertainer known as "Sweet Micky" before he turned to politics. He won the
Rwanda: Dozens trapped, 3 feared killed in building collapse
Around 100 people are feared trapped after a four-storey building under construction collapsed in northeastern Rwanda, the government said Tuesday.
"So far, the tentative information we have indicates that debris fell on about 100 people, we are yet to come up with the exact figures," Rwandan Minister of Disaster Management Seraphine Mukantabana told reporters.
Police spokesman Theos Badege said that three people were confirmed dead and 21 people had been taken to hospital.
Those
"So far, the tentative information we have indicates that debris fell on about 100 people, we are yet to come up with the exact figures," Rwandan Minister of Disaster Management Seraphine Mukantabana told reporters.
Police spokesman Theos Badege said that three people were confirmed dead and 21 people had been taken to hospital.
Those
More non African American students enroll at HBCUs - report
According to a new report, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are attracting more Asian and Latino students than ever before.
Many of the top HBCUs in the United States have showed a substantial increase in graduation rates in recent years.
The percentage of students who are not African American are attending these schools at much higher rates. Since 1980, Hispanic and Latino enrollment at HBCUs has jumped 123 percent, Asian enrollment has increased by 60 percent
Many of the top HBCUs in the United States have showed a substantial increase in graduation rates in recent years.
The percentage of students who are not African American are attending these schools at much higher rates. Since 1980, Hispanic and Latino enrollment at HBCUs has jumped 123 percent, Asian enrollment has increased by 60 percent
South Africa: Labor unrest as miners at Lonmin Platinum engage in industrial action
South African workers of the world's third largest platinum producer Lonmin have engaged in industrial action, halting all of the company's mine operations and reigniting fears of unrest that rocked the industry last year.
The platinum belt towns of Rustenburg and Marikana, which saw labor unrest at Lonmin and other platinum producers last year, are a flashpoint of labor strife with tensions running high over looming job cuts and wage talks
Further complicating the picture is a turf
The platinum belt towns of Rustenburg and Marikana, which saw labor unrest at Lonmin and other platinum producers last year, are a flashpoint of labor strife with tensions running high over looming job cuts and wage talks
Further complicating the picture is a turf
Monday, May 13, 2013
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown seeking to become first African American governor of Maryland
Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown (pictured), has launched a bid to become the next governor of the state of Maryland. If he succeeds, he will become the first African American governor of the state.
Outgoing governor, Martin O’Malley formally endorsed Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown to be his successor. O’Malley made the endorsement Saturday at Waverly Elementary/Middle School, saying his lieutenant governor and fellow Democrat has his full support in the 2014 race.
Brown formally declared his
Outgoing governor, Martin O’Malley formally endorsed Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown to be his successor. O’Malley made the endorsement Saturday at Waverly Elementary/Middle School, saying his lieutenant governor and fellow Democrat has his full support in the 2014 race.
Brown formally declared his
Somalia: Nation gradually rises from the ashes, opportunities abound in telecommunications sector
Somalis register new cell phones. PHOTO/Reuters
It may be two steps forward and one step back but Somalia is beginning to pick itself up off the ground after years of civil war. In the absence of regulation, a telecommunications sector has developed. Now the new government must put in place regulation and start to focus on connecting the disparate parts of the country.
In political terms, there are three parts of Somalia in which it’s possible for the telecommunications sector to
It may be two steps forward and one step back but Somalia is beginning to pick itself up off the ground after years of civil war. In the absence of regulation, a telecommunications sector has developed. Now the new government must put in place regulation and start to focus on connecting the disparate parts of the country.
In political terms, there are three parts of Somalia in which it’s possible for the telecommunications sector to
Magic Johnson Joins Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman and Nationwide Insurance to Kick Off the 2013 Black Enterprise Entrepreneur’s Conference +Expo
Earvin “Magic” Johnson. PHOTO/File
(Business Wire)-- Nationwide:
WHO:
- The Honorable Mayor Michael B. Coleman, City of Columbus
- Earl G. “Butch” Graves, Jr., President & CEO, Black Enterprise
- Gale King—EVP - Chief Administrative Officer, Nationwide
- Kirt Walker, President & COO, Nationwide Financial
- Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Chairman and CEO, Magic Johnson Enterprises
WHAT: MEDIA AVAILABILITY
Nationwide Insurance, host sponsor of the 2013 Black
(Business Wire)-- Nationwide:
WHO:
- The Honorable Mayor Michael B. Coleman, City of Columbus
- Earl G. “Butch” Graves, Jr., President & CEO, Black Enterprise
- Gale King—EVP - Chief Administrative Officer, Nationwide
- Kirt Walker, President & COO, Nationwide Financial
- Earvin “Magic” Johnson, Chairman and CEO, Magic Johnson Enterprises
WHAT: MEDIA AVAILABILITY
Nationwide Insurance, host sponsor of the 2013 Black
Jamaica: Carlton Masters named island-nation's first ever Representative to African Union
Ambassador Carlton Masters
Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has appointed Carlton Masters as the island-nation’s first Representative to the African Union.
He, (Masters) has also been appointed as Special Envoy of the Prime Minister and assumes the rank of Ambassador.
As Representative and Special Envoy, Ambassador Masters will seek to strengthen Jamaica’s relations and partnerships with a range of African countries and organizations and engage in promoting dialog
Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has appointed Carlton Masters as the island-nation’s first Representative to the African Union.
He, (Masters) has also been appointed as Special Envoy of the Prime Minister and assumes the rank of Ambassador.
As Representative and Special Envoy, Ambassador Masters will seek to strengthen Jamaica’s relations and partnerships with a range of African countries and organizations and engage in promoting dialog
Simon Barasa-Situma - a Kenyan researcher reports success in providing HIV cure
A Kenyan researcher, Dr. Simon Barasa-Situma of the Technical University of Kenya, has modified the world’s first recorded HIV “cure” and says it has worked effectively on four of his patients and that another 18 currently under observation “are doing well”.
“Consecutive tests show they carry no virus, but we have to monitor them for at least six to 12 months to be sure they are free of HIV,” explained Barasa-Situma, during a presentation at the Second World Virology and
“Consecutive tests show they carry no virus, but we have to monitor them for at least six to 12 months to be sure they are free of HIV,” explained Barasa-Situma, during a presentation at the Second World Virology and
Obama to welcome British Prime Minister Cameron to White House
British Prime Minister David Cameron (l) with U.S. President Barack Obama at a past meeting. PHOTO/File
President Barack Obama is welcoming British Prime Minister David Cameron to the White House for talks on subjects ranging from Syria's civil war to preparations for a coming summit of the world's leading industrial nations in Northern Ireland.
Iran, the Mideast peace process, counter-terrorism and trade are other likely topics for Monday's meeting.
The U.S. and Russia agreed last
President Barack Obama is welcoming British Prime Minister David Cameron to the White House for talks on subjects ranging from Syria's civil war to preparations for a coming summit of the world's leading industrial nations in Northern Ireland.
Iran, the Mideast peace process, counter-terrorism and trade are other likely topics for Monday's meeting.
The U.S. and Russia agreed last
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Tiger Woods wins Players Championship
Tiger Woods with the Players Championship Trophy. PHOTO/Getty Images
Tiger Woods shook off a double bogey at the 14th hole and held on to win the US PGA Tour Players Championship, setting another career milestone in the process. Woods, who had a share of the lead with Sergio Garcia and David Lingmerth after completing the weather-disrupted third round on Sunday morning, carded a final-round 70 for a 13-under par total of 275.
That put him two strokes in front of Swedish PGA Tour
Tiger Woods shook off a double bogey at the 14th hole and held on to win the US PGA Tour Players Championship, setting another career milestone in the process. Woods, who had a share of the lead with Sergio Garcia and David Lingmerth after completing the weather-disrupted third round on Sunday morning, carded a final-round 70 for a 13-under par total of 275.
That put him two strokes in front of Swedish PGA Tour
Haiti: Gov't streamlining disbursement of reconstruction funds
Volunter participates in shelter construction in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. PHOTO/File
(PRWire) - Port-au-Prince - At the opening ceremony of the first meeting of the Committee on Coordination of External Aid for the Development of Haiti (CAED), Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe rallied donors with a call to action and greater commitment to the reconstruction of Haiti. Lamothe noted forcefully, "The time for action is now!"
Presided by the Prime Minister, the CAED is a government of Haiti
(PRWire) - Port-au-Prince - At the opening ceremony of the first meeting of the Committee on Coordination of External Aid for the Development of Haiti (CAED), Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe rallied donors with a call to action and greater commitment to the reconstruction of Haiti. Lamothe noted forcefully, "The time for action is now!"
Presided by the Prime Minister, the CAED is a government of Haiti
Madrid Open: Serena Williams defeats Maria Sharapova to retain title
A jubilant Serena Williams after winning the Madrid Open final. PHOTO/Reuters
Defending champion Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday to retain her No. 1 ranking and collect her 50th career title.
With the top ranking at stake, Williams stormed out to an early lead as Sharapova struggled with her serve.
The second-ranked Russian briefly recovered her poise in the second set, but Williams' form never wavered as she eased to the
Defending champion Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the Madrid Open on Sunday to retain her No. 1 ranking and collect her 50th career title.
With the top ranking at stake, Williams stormed out to an early lead as Sharapova struggled with her serve.
The second-ranked Russian briefly recovered her poise in the second set, but Williams' form never wavered as she eased to the
Friday, May 10, 2013
Jaime Harrison elected South Carolina Democratic Party Chairman
Jaime Harrison
South Carolina Democrats elected their first black party chairman, Jaime Harrison.
Harrison will succeed outgoing Chairman Dick Harpootlian. He is a former state party first vice chairman and a former aide to Assistant Minority Leader Rep. James E. Clyburn of South Carolina. Harrison will continue as a principal at the Podesta Group in addition to his new role.
Harrison, 37, said he wants to create a “Democratic Dashboard” that will update activists on a
South Carolina Democrats elected their first black party chairman, Jaime Harrison.
Harrison will succeed outgoing Chairman Dick Harpootlian. He is a former state party first vice chairman and a former aide to Assistant Minority Leader Rep. James E. Clyburn of South Carolina. Harrison will continue as a principal at the Podesta Group in addition to his new role.
Harrison, 37, said he wants to create a “Democratic Dashboard” that will update activists on a
Mali: Five suicide bombers dead in failed attacks in the north
At least five suicide bombers died in northern Mali on Friday in attacks aimed at Malian and Nigerien troops which failed to inflict serious casualties on their targets, a spokesman for Mali's army said.
One of the towns hit was Gossi, the furthest south al Qaeda-linked Islamists have struck in a guerrilla war launched against Malian and regional forces since the rebels were driven from their former strongholds in an offensive this year.
The attacks have had limited success so far but
One of the towns hit was Gossi, the furthest south al Qaeda-linked Islamists have struck in a guerrilla war launched against Malian and regional forces since the rebels were driven from their former strongholds in an offensive this year.
The attacks have had limited success so far but
Madrid 2013: Serena Williams advances to semi-finals
Serena Williams in action against Anabel Medina Garrigues, May 10, 2013. PHOTO/Daniel Ochoa de Olza/AP
Top-ranked Serena Williams outlasted Anabel Medina Garrigues 6-3, 0-6, 7-5 to reach the Madrid Open semifinals on Friday.
Williams appeared to wear down against the scrappy Spaniard on the red clay court. After getting blanked in the second set, she fell behind 4-2 in the third. But the defending champion rallied to break Medina Garrigues' serve twice to move on.
"It was
Top-ranked Serena Williams outlasted Anabel Medina Garrigues 6-3, 0-6, 7-5 to reach the Madrid Open semifinals on Friday.
Williams appeared to wear down against the scrappy Spaniard on the red clay court. After getting blanked in the second set, she fell behind 4-2 in the third. But the defending champion rallied to break Medina Garrigues' serve twice to move on.
"It was
Africa's emerging middle class continues to drive growth and democracy
African middle class family in Lusaka, Zambia. PHOTO/Georgina Smith/The Guardian
After years of headlines about Africa's poverty, its emerging middle class is now grabbing attention as a driver of growth and democracy and an expanding pool of consumers for market-hungry retailers.
Consumer demand is a motor of Africa's economic and investment surge, and analysts see middle class buyers with swelling disposable income as fuelling this boom from South Africa to Nigeria and Kenya.
In
After years of headlines about Africa's poverty, its emerging middle class is now grabbing attention as a driver of growth and democracy and an expanding pool of consumers for market-hungry retailers.
Consumer demand is a motor of Africa's economic and investment surge, and analysts see middle class buyers with swelling disposable income as fuelling this boom from South Africa to Nigeria and Kenya.
In
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Lessons in economic integration for the African Union
By John Fraser for The Inter Press Service
As the African Union celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, it is still younger and less integrated than the 56-year-old body that is now the European Union, and, according to politicians and diplomats, has a big advantage over the Europeans as it charts its own path of integration.
Africa can see where Europe has tried to move too far, too fast. But it can also see where the Europeans have succeeded, as it plans its own path towards
As the African Union celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, it is still younger and less integrated than the 56-year-old body that is now the European Union, and, according to politicians and diplomats, has a big advantage over the Europeans as it charts its own path of integration.
Africa can see where Europe has tried to move too far, too fast. But it can also see where the Europeans have succeeded, as it plans its own path towards
Trinidad & Tobago: Opposition leader Keith Rowley to file no confidence motion in Persad-Bissessar administration
Keith Rowley
The leader of the opposition party in Trinidad & Tobago, Dr. Keith Rowley says he is filing a motion of no confidence in the government.
A brief statement from the Office of the Opposition Leader gave no details as to the reasons behind the move, but the motion requires a 12-day notice and takes priority over all parliamentary business.
If the motion is approved by house speaker Wade Mark, it will be the second motion of no confidence in the administration of Prime
The leader of the opposition party in Trinidad & Tobago, Dr. Keith Rowley says he is filing a motion of no confidence in the government.
A brief statement from the Office of the Opposition Leader gave no details as to the reasons behind the move, but the motion requires a 12-day notice and takes priority over all parliamentary business.
If the motion is approved by house speaker Wade Mark, it will be the second motion of no confidence in the administration of Prime
Madrid 2013: Serena Williams advances to quarterfinals
Serena Williams in action against Maria Kirilenko. PHOTO/Juan Medina/Reuters
World No.1 Serena Williams cruised into the Madrid Open quarter-finals as she dismantled 13th seed Maria Kirilenko 6-3, 6-1 in just an hour and four minutes on Thursday.
Williams didn't even face a break point during the match as she steamrollered the Russian, dropping only one more game from 3-3 in the first set.
The second set was straight forward for the 15-time Grand Slam champion as she raced into a
World No.1 Serena Williams cruised into the Madrid Open quarter-finals as she dismantled 13th seed Maria Kirilenko 6-3, 6-1 in just an hour and four minutes on Thursday.
Williams didn't even face a break point during the match as she steamrollered the Russian, dropping only one more game from 3-3 in the first set.
The second set was straight forward for the 15-time Grand Slam champion as she raced into a
Haiti: Cholera victims threaten to sue United Nations
A human rights group said Wednesday it will sue the United Nations in 60 days if the world body does not agree to compensate Haitian cholera victims, apologize to the Caribbean nation for introducing the disease through its peacekeeping force, and launch a major effort to improve sanitation.
Lawyers for the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti said they hoped to be able to settle with the United Nations but are ready to go to court in if that fails.
The announcement was the
Lawyers for the Institute for Justice and Democracy in Haiti said they hoped to be able to settle with the United Nations but are ready to go to court in if that fails.
The announcement was the
South Africa: Amplats scales back job layoffs from 14,000 to 5000 after gov't pressure
Anglo American's platinum arm, under pressure from South Africa's government, could announce a restructuring plan as early as Thursday that will sharply scale back job losses as it tries to balance out cost cuts and the threat of labor unrest.
Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) had planned to slash 14,000 jobs to pull back to profit but industry sources have told reporters that the final plan would be pared back, with as few as 5,000 jobs cut.
Workers have signaled they will launch
Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) had planned to slash 14,000 jobs to pull back to profit but industry sources have told reporters that the final plan would be pared back, with as few as 5,000 jobs cut.
Workers have signaled they will launch
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
21st Century Leader
By Christopher Duff
"There is something I have always been extremely fascinated about. It’s why geese fly in a V-Formation. There was a study done sometime back. This study discovered that birds flying in a V format had lower heart rates than bird flying alone. Why? The aerodynamic V shape formation reduces the air drag (air resistance) that each bird experiences when in flight in comparison to a bird flying solo.
This allows them to cover longer distance (thousands of miles) with
"There is something I have always been extremely fascinated about. It’s why geese fly in a V-Formation. There was a study done sometime back. This study discovered that birds flying in a V format had lower heart rates than bird flying alone. Why? The aerodynamic V shape formation reduces the air drag (air resistance) that each bird experiences when in flight in comparison to a bird flying solo.
This allows them to cover longer distance (thousands of miles) with
Haiti: Former president Aristide appears before judge to provide evidence in murder case
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide appeared in public for the first time since returning from exile more than two years ago as he arrived at court on Wednesday to testify about the assassination more than a decade ago of a popular radio journalist and human rights activist.
In a testament to his continued political sway, hundreds of supporters sang pro-Aristide songs and waved his picture behind
(Reuters) - Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide appeared in public for the first time since returning from exile more than two years ago as he arrived at court on Wednesday to testify about the assassination more than a decade ago of a popular radio journalist and human rights activist.
In a testament to his continued political sway, hundreds of supporters sang pro-Aristide songs and waved his picture behind
BLACK ENTERPRISE to hold symposium on how schools and businesses can use technology to close Achievement Gap
(PRNewswire via COMTEX) - Columbus, Ohio - Black Enterprise, with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, present "Today's Business Crisis: Educating Tomorrow's Workforce."
The Symposium is part of an educational series aimed to cultivate a conversation between the academic and business communities. The Columbus event will focus on how schools can partner with businesses to create innovative learning models and improve the academic performance of K-12 and post-secondary
The Symposium is part of an educational series aimed to cultivate a conversation between the academic and business communities. The Columbus event will focus on how schools can partner with businesses to create innovative learning models and improve the academic performance of K-12 and post-secondary
Uganda readies for oil production as MOU between gov't and explorer nears
Oil rig in Uganda. PHOTO/Tullow Oil
With an estimated 3.5 billion barrels of untapped oil reserves, Uganda is expected to join Nigeria, Angola and Sudan among sub-Saharan Africa's major crude producers.
Tullow Oil PLC is weeks away from an agreement with the Ugandan government on the final outline of a plan paving the way for investments of some $12 billion to develop the country's nascent oil sector.
The plan includes a 30,000 barrels a day refinery initially and an export
With an estimated 3.5 billion barrels of untapped oil reserves, Uganda is expected to join Nigeria, Angola and Sudan among sub-Saharan Africa's major crude producers.
Tullow Oil PLC is weeks away from an agreement with the Ugandan government on the final outline of a plan paving the way for investments of some $12 billion to develop the country's nascent oil sector.
The plan includes a 30,000 barrels a day refinery initially and an export
Earthquake of 4.1 magnitude jolts St. Lucia
St. Lucia was jolted by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 late Tuesday night, the Trinidad & Tobago-based Seismic Research Center of the University of the West Indies reported Wednesday.
It said that the earthquake occurred at 11.45 pm local time (11.45 pm EST) and was located at 14.02° degrees north, and 60.61 degrees west.
The Seismic Research Center said that the earthquake with a depth of 20km (12.4 miles) “may have been felt in nearby islands” but that there have been
It said that the earthquake occurred at 11.45 pm local time (11.45 pm EST) and was located at 14.02° degrees north, and 60.61 degrees west.
The Seismic Research Center said that the earthquake with a depth of 20km (12.4 miles) “may have been felt in nearby islands” but that there have been
Jamaica Doctor - Carron Gordon, and her team at UWI in Stroke treatment breakthrough
Dr Carron Gordon. IMAGE/Television Jamaica
Lead medical researcher Dr. Carron Gordon and her team at at the University of the West Indies have discovered that simple outdoor walking three times per week for 30 minutes can significantly improve a stroke victim's health-related quality of life, functional status, endurance, strength and fitness.
Results to back the findings are backed by the fact that one patient who participated in the study had a 200 percent improvement in their
Lead medical researcher Dr. Carron Gordon and her team at at the University of the West Indies have discovered that simple outdoor walking three times per week for 30 minutes can significantly improve a stroke victim's health-related quality of life, functional status, endurance, strength and fitness.
Results to back the findings are backed by the fact that one patient who participated in the study had a 200 percent improvement in their
Sheila Abdus-Salaam becomes the first African-American Woman named to New York State’s highest Court
Judge Sheila Abdus-Salaam
Justice Sheila Abdus-Salaam was confirmed on Monday by the State Senate in Albany, becoming the first African-American woman on the seven-member Court of Appeals, New York State’s Highest Court.
The New York Senate confirmed Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s nominee to the state’s highest court.
The Senate approved Justice Abdus-Salaam to the seven-member Court of Appeals after several legislators praised her experience and qualifications. The New York Court of
Justice Sheila Abdus-Salaam was confirmed on Monday by the State Senate in Albany, becoming the first African-American woman on the seven-member Court of Appeals, New York State’s Highest Court.
The New York Senate confirmed Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s nominee to the state’s highest court.
The Senate approved Justice Abdus-Salaam to the seven-member Court of Appeals after several legislators praised her experience and qualifications. The New York Court of
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Dangote secures $4.25 billion for oil refinery project
Founder and CEO of the Dangote Group., Aliko Dangote. PHOTO/File
(Bloomberg) - Dangote Group CEO, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that he has secured US$4.25 billion to build a refinery.
Refining “is an excellent business to get in to,” Dangote said in an interview with Bloomberg TV’s Ryan Chilcote in Cape Town, where he was attending a business forum. “We have already secured US$4.25 billion. Two offshore banks and the rest are Nigerian banks.”
Nigeria, a member of the
(Bloomberg) - Dangote Group CEO, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that he has secured US$4.25 billion to build a refinery.
Refining “is an excellent business to get in to,” Dangote said in an interview with Bloomberg TV’s Ryan Chilcote in Cape Town, where he was attending a business forum. “We have already secured US$4.25 billion. Two offshore banks and the rest are Nigerian banks.”
Nigeria, a member of the
Multiple sclerosis not as rare in African-Americans as previously thought - study
Contrary to a widely accepted belief, African-Americans may have a higher rather than lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis than Caucasians, according to a new study in the May 7, 2013, print issue of Neurology.
"Our population-based study is the first of its kind to look at this question. The belief that African-Americans have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis was based on evidence that was problematic," said study author Annette Langer-Gould, MD, with Kaiser
"Our population-based study is the first of its kind to look at this question. The belief that African-Americans have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis was based on evidence that was problematic," said study author Annette Langer-Gould, MD, with Kaiser
Cecile La Grenade inaugurated in as Governor General of Grenada
The first ever female Governor General of Grenada was sworn into office on Tuesday with Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell saying that her inauguration serves as a “beacon of hope that can inspire a whole nation”.
Former head of the Public Service Commission, Dr. Cecile La Grenade (pictured), took the oath of office before Justice Margaret Price-Findlay and becomes the head of state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique.
Dame Hilda Bynoe, who died earlier this year, became the
Former head of the Public Service Commission, Dr. Cecile La Grenade (pictured), took the oath of office before Justice Margaret Price-Findlay and becomes the head of state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique.
Dame Hilda Bynoe, who died earlier this year, became the
Africa business confidence remains world’s highest
Business confidence in Africa remains the highest in the world, according to the, annual Young Presidents Organization (YPO) Global Pulse Confidence Index for Africa.
Business confidence, which in essence refers to confidence among African business leaders about business conditions in the continent, had leapt more than six points in the fourth quarter of last year.
However, the index stayed largely unchanged during the first quarter of this year, moving down a third of a point to
Business confidence, which in essence refers to confidence among African business leaders about business conditions in the continent, had leapt more than six points in the fourth quarter of last year.
However, the index stayed largely unchanged during the first quarter of this year, moving down a third of a point to
Madrid Open: Serena Williams advances to 3rd round
Serena Williams in action against Yulia Putintseva, Sunday, May 5, 2013. PHOTO/Daniel Ochoa de Olza/AP
(Reuters) - World number one and defending champion Serena Williams continued her progress at the Madrid Open tennis when she eased past Spanish wild card Lourdes Dominguez Lino 6-2 7-5 in the second round on Tuesday.
Chasing a fourth title of the year and the 50th of her career, Williams dominated Dominguez Lino, who nonetheless managed to unsettle her illustrious opponent with some
(Reuters) - World number one and defending champion Serena Williams continued her progress at the Madrid Open tennis when she eased past Spanish wild card Lourdes Dominguez Lino 6-2 7-5 in the second round on Tuesday.
Chasing a fourth title of the year and the 50th of her career, Williams dominated Dominguez Lino, who nonetheless managed to unsettle her illustrious opponent with some
Economic growth in the Caribbean expected to top 3.5% in 2013 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Caribbean countries will experience economic growth of just over 1 percent this year - and this even as the Caribbean and Latin America will record half a percent economic growth in 2013.
The growth will be supported by stronger external demand, favorable financing conditions and the effects of earlier policy easing in some countries.
In its Regional Economic Outlook for the Western Hemisphere, the IMF said that the Caribbean region and Latin
The growth will be supported by stronger external demand, favorable financing conditions and the effects of earlier policy easing in some countries.
In its Regional Economic Outlook for the Western Hemisphere, the IMF said that the Caribbean region and Latin
Two killed as Nigeria military jet crashes in Niger
(Reuters) - A Nigerian fighter jet taking part in military operations against al Qaeda-linked Islamic militants in Mali crashed in western Niger, killing its two crew, Niger and Nigerian officials said on Monday.
The incident marked the first casualties in Mali for Nigerian troops, which form the largest contingent in a West African regional force participating in the French-led campaign to drive Islamist rebels from the country's desert north.
Air Commodore Yusuf Anas, spokesman for
The incident marked the first casualties in Mali for Nigerian troops, which form the largest contingent in a West African regional force participating in the French-led campaign to drive Islamist rebels from the country's desert north.
Air Commodore Yusuf Anas, spokesman for
Monday, May 6, 2013
LeBron James awarded 2013 MVP award
LeBron James (c) receives the 2013 MVP trophy. PHOTO/jesse D. Garrabrant/Getty Images
LeBron James was named the 2013 Most Valuable Player (MVP) on Sunday May 5. This is the fourth time he has won the award during his career.
James became the fifth player with at least four MVP awards, joining Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain.
He averaged 26.8 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists this season, shooting a career-best 56 percent. It was absolutely
LeBron James was named the 2013 Most Valuable Player (MVP) on Sunday May 5. This is the fourth time he has won the award during his career.
James became the fifth player with at least four MVP awards, joining Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Michael Jordan, Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain.
He averaged 26.8 points, 8.0 rebounds and 7.3 assists this season, shooting a career-best 56 percent. It was absolutely
Ethihad Airways to buy stake in Kenya Airways - as Kenyan carrier to join Abu Dhabi International Airport
Press Release
Abu Dhabi Airports Company announced that Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, and famously known as "the pride of Africa", will soon offer three flights a week between Abu Dhabi International Airport and Nairobi, Kenya.
The development raises the speculation that Etihad Airways -the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is looking to buy a stake in the Kenyan Carrier and thus increase its footprint in the rapidly growing aviation sector in
Abu Dhabi Airports Company announced that Kenya Airways, the national carrier of Kenya, and famously known as "the pride of Africa", will soon offer three flights a week between Abu Dhabi International Airport and Nairobi, Kenya.
The development raises the speculation that Etihad Airways -the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is looking to buy a stake in the Kenyan Carrier and thus increase its footprint in the rapidly growing aviation sector in
The Bahamas: PLP - the ruling party of Prime Minister Perry Christie observes first anniversary in office
Bahamas Prime Minister Perry Christie. PHOTO/File
The ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) of The Bahamas is celebrating its first year in office reminding citizens that they should exercise patience as the government seeks to overturn a sluggish economy.
Prime Minister Perry Christie said that his administration’s “Charter for Governance” is a five year plan and not six month strategy as he responded to critics that the PLP had not done anything spectacular since defeating
The ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) of The Bahamas is celebrating its first year in office reminding citizens that they should exercise patience as the government seeks to overturn a sluggish economy.
Prime Minister Perry Christie said that his administration’s “Charter for Governance” is a five year plan and not six month strategy as he responded to critics that the PLP had not done anything spectacular since defeating
Madrid Open: Serena Williams advances to 2nd round
Serena Williams. PHOTO/Daniel Ochoa de Olza/AP
Top-ranked Serena Williams advanced to the second round of the Madrid Open on Sunday as players applauded the tournament's return to red clay after its trial with blue "smurf" clay flopped last year.
After dispatching Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan 7-6 (7-5), 6-1, the defending champion echoed the sentiment, saying she liked the new courts at the Caja Magica.
"I think these clay courts are really good," she said. "I think they're a
Top-ranked Serena Williams advanced to the second round of the Madrid Open on Sunday as players applauded the tournament's return to red clay after its trial with blue "smurf" clay flopped last year.
After dispatching Yulia Putintseva of Kazakhstan 7-6 (7-5), 6-1, the defending champion echoed the sentiment, saying she liked the new courts at the Caja Magica.
"I think these clay courts are really good," she said. "I think they're a
Angola to simplify tax code in bid to reduce reliance on crude
(Bloomberg) - Angola, Africa’s second-biggest oil producer, plans to simplify taxation and more than double revenue from sources other than petroleum to curb the government’s reliance on crude.
The target is to pass three tax codes this year that will cut fees and modernize laws, some which date from 1948, Gilberto Luther, director of the reform project, said in an interview.
The changes will increase receipts from industries including manufacturing and retail to about 20 percent
The target is to pass three tax codes this year that will cut fees and modernize laws, some which date from 1948, Gilberto Luther, director of the reform project, said in an interview.
The changes will increase receipts from industries including manufacturing and retail to about 20 percent
Curacao: Pro-independence politician Helmin Wiels assassinated
Helmin Wiels
A prominent politician in Curacao's coalition government was fatally shot Sunday on a public beach in broad daylight, sending shockwaves across the small Dutch Caribbean island off the Venezuelan coast.
At an evening news conference, Prime Minister Daniel Hodge said Parliament member Helmin Wiels was hit with five bullets at Marie Pompoen beach, a popular spot for eating and swimming. Hodge said he saw the lawmaker's bloody body on the beach after he rushed there
A prominent politician in Curacao's coalition government was fatally shot Sunday on a public beach in broad daylight, sending shockwaves across the small Dutch Caribbean island off the Venezuelan coast.
At an evening news conference, Prime Minister Daniel Hodge said Parliament member Helmin Wiels was hit with five bullets at Marie Pompoen beach, a popular spot for eating and swimming. Hodge said he saw the lawmaker's bloody body on the beach after he rushed there
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Dwayne Bravo named as West Indies ODI Captain
Dwayne Bravo of West Indies celebrates taking the wicket of Roa Iftikhar Anjum of Pakistan. March 13, 2007 in Kingston, Jamaica. PHOTO/Paul Gilham/Getty Images
The West Indies Cricket Board has announced Dwayne Bravo as West Indies One Day International captain.
The Selection Panel recommended to the Board of Directors that Bravo be appointed captain of the West Indies One Day International Cricket Team and the Board of Directors approved the recommendation.
The Selection Panel has
The West Indies Cricket Board has announced Dwayne Bravo as West Indies One Day International captain.
The Selection Panel recommended to the Board of Directors that Bravo be appointed captain of the West Indies One Day International Cricket Team and the Board of Directors approved the recommendation.
The Selection Panel has
Floyd Mayweather Jr., retains belt after defeating Robert Guerrero in unanimous 12 round decision
A victorious Floyd Mayweather Jr., after dominating Robert Guerrero. PHOTO/Isaac Brekken/AP
Floyd Mayweather jr., fought as if he had never left the ring, coming back from a year's absence Saturday night to win a unanimous 12-round decision over Robert Guerrero in their welterweight title fight.
The game plan was defence, and Mayweather followed it perfectly. With his father directing from the corner after a 13-year absence, he dominated Guerrero in a performance not totally expected
Floyd Mayweather jr., fought as if he had never left the ring, coming back from a year's absence Saturday night to win a unanimous 12-round decision over Robert Guerrero in their welterweight title fight.
The game plan was defence, and Mayweather followed it perfectly. With his father directing from the corner after a 13-year absence, he dominated Guerrero in a performance not totally expected
It All Comes Down to Skin Color
Absurd as it may be, America's economy could be in its current 'malaise' simply because the President is black. And more than anything else, it may have less to do with Obama's incompetence - God Forbid - and more to do with the fact that his opponents just cannot bear the thought of an Obama Deliverance. If the economy were to grow in leaps and bounds like it did under Bill Clinton and also under Ronald Reagan, there are Americans who could not live with themselves. Reductionist as this
US sprinter Tyson Gay impressive at the Jamaica Invitational athletics meet
Tyson Gay in action at a previous event. PHOTO/Getty Images
US sprinter Tyson Gay laid down an impressive early-season marker on Saturday, winning the 100m at the Jamaica Invitational athletics meeting in 9.86 sec.
Gay, winner of the 100m, 200m and 4x10m world titles in 2007, recovered from a poor start to roar past Jamaican Nesta Carter, who finished second 17-hundredths of a second back. American Darvis Patton was third, 21-hundredths of a second behind the winner.
Gay became the
US sprinter Tyson Gay laid down an impressive early-season marker on Saturday, winning the 100m at the Jamaica Invitational athletics meeting in 9.86 sec.
Gay, winner of the 100m, 200m and 4x10m world titles in 2007, recovered from a poor start to roar past Jamaican Nesta Carter, who finished second 17-hundredths of a second back. American Darvis Patton was third, 21-hundredths of a second behind the winner.
Gay became the
Former Haiti president Aristide re-builds political party in bid to participate in legislative elections
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide. PHOTO/File
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide is trying to rebuild his political party as the country prepares for legislative and local elections.
Richard Morse, manager of the Hotel Oloffson, said he has met with Aristide three times in the past two weeks to discuss the possibility of his wife, Lunise Exume Morse, running under Aristide's party as a senatorial candidate in elections that are supposed to be held before the
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide is trying to rebuild his political party as the country prepares for legislative and local elections.
Richard Morse, manager of the Hotel Oloffson, said he has met with Aristide three times in the past two weeks to discuss the possibility of his wife, Lunise Exume Morse, running under Aristide's party as a senatorial candidate in elections that are supposed to be held before the
Tanzania: At least 30 injured in suspected bomb blast in Church attack in northern city of Arusha
At least 30 people were injured, three seriously, in a suspected bomb attack Sunday at a packed new Catholic church in the northern Tanzanian city of Arusha, police said.
Witnesses said at least one person had been trampled to death in the stampede after the blast.
"There have been 30 people wounded, three in a serious condition, and one person has been arrested," said regional police chief Liberatus Sabas. It was not immediately clear what caused the explosion.
"This is a sad day,
Witnesses said at least one person had been trampled to death in the stampede after the blast.
"There have been 30 people wounded, three in a serious condition, and one person has been arrested," said regional police chief Liberatus Sabas. It was not immediately clear what caused the explosion.
"This is a sad day,
Friday, May 3, 2013
Nigeria: Telecoms regulator, Nigerian Communications Commission aims to limit MTN mobile dominance
(Reuters) - Nigeria's telecommunications regulator has ordered South African mobile Giant MTN to charge customers the same rate whether calling rival operators or other MTN users, in order to reduce its market dominance, it said on Friday.
MTN has 44 percent of the mobile phone market in Africa's second biggest economy and charges its customers three times more to call rival operators than for calls between MTN users, the Nigerian Communications Commission said.
"This is indicative of
MTN has 44 percent of the mobile phone market in Africa's second biggest economy and charges its customers three times more to call rival operators than for calls between MTN users, the Nigerian Communications Commission said.
"This is indicative of
African American unemployment dips slightly as U.S. economy adds 165,000 jobs in April
Job applicants fill out applications for positions at a new bar and restaurant in Detroit. PHOTO/Paul Sancya/AP
U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in April, and hiring was much stronger in the previous two months than the government first estimated. The job increases reduced the unemployment rate from 7.6 percent to a four-year low of 7.5 percent.
African American unemployment dropped only slightly from 13.3 to 13.2 percent.
The report Friday from the Labor Department was a
U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in April, and hiring was much stronger in the previous two months than the government first estimated. The job increases reduced the unemployment rate from 7.6 percent to a four-year low of 7.5 percent.
African American unemployment dropped only slightly from 13.3 to 13.2 percent.
The report Friday from the Labor Department was a
African Development Bank develops 10-year plan - focusing on growth and maintaining momentum
The African Development Bank revealed that it has developed a 10-year plan and strategy that would focus on the economic transformation of the African continent.
In a statement issued earlier this week, Donald Kaberuka, President of the African Development Bank, said the strategy, approved by its executive directors, emphasized quality and sustainable of growth of Africa.
Kaberuka said, “Our 10-year plan reflects Africa’s vision for itself – a vision of transformation that is
In a statement issued earlier this week, Donald Kaberuka, President of the African Development Bank, said the strategy, approved by its executive directors, emphasized quality and sustainable of growth of Africa.
Kaberuka said, “Our 10-year plan reflects Africa’s vision for itself – a vision of transformation that is
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Robert L. Johnson to be honored with A.G. Gaston Award for Entrepreneurial Achievement at 2013 Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference, May 15-18
Robert L. Johnson
RLJ Companies Chairman/BET Founder to Be Presented With A.G. Gaston Award for Entrepreneurial Achievement at 2013 Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo
(PRNewswire) - BLACK ENTERPRISE will hold its 2013 Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo hosted by Nationwide Insurance on Wednesday, May 15 through Saturday, May 18 at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. An annual highlight of the conference is the presentation of the nation's top award for African
RLJ Companies Chairman/BET Founder to Be Presented With A.G. Gaston Award for Entrepreneurial Achievement at 2013 Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo
(PRNewswire) - BLACK ENTERPRISE will hold its 2013 Entrepreneurs Conference + Expo hosted by Nationwide Insurance on Wednesday, May 15 through Saturday, May 18 at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. An annual highlight of the conference is the presentation of the nation's top award for African
KULUYA: Nigerian online gaming company attains valuation of $2million - 6 months after its launch
Kunle Ogungbamila - founder and CEO of Kuluya. PHOTO/KULUYA
The founder and CEO of recently launched Nigeria-based online gaming company KULUYA, has revealed that the company has attained a valuation of US$ 2 million.
Kunle Ogungbamila and his team launched the company in October 2012. He has indicated KULUYA is on track to becoming one of the most successful gaming companies in Africa.
KULUYA has recently launched a re-designed interface KULUYA 2.0, where users are now be able to
The founder and CEO of recently launched Nigeria-based online gaming company KULUYA, has revealed that the company has attained a valuation of US$ 2 million.
Kunle Ogungbamila and his team launched the company in October 2012. He has indicated KULUYA is on track to becoming one of the most successful gaming companies in Africa.
KULUYA has recently launched a re-designed interface KULUYA 2.0, where users are now be able to
Trinidad & Tobago forced to new natural gas customers as U.S. demand declines
Trinidad & Tobago's Point Fortin LNG terminal. PHOTO/File
The shale gale that has put the United States on track to be a net exporter of natural gas soon is also shaking up the international market for the fossil fuel, forcing Trinidad &Tobago to adapt by selling more of its supplies elsewhere.
The Caribbean twin island-nation’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports – once mostly shipped to the United States – increasingly are feeding hungry Asian markets, Trinidad & Tobago’s
The shale gale that has put the United States on track to be a net exporter of natural gas soon is also shaking up the international market for the fossil fuel, forcing Trinidad &Tobago to adapt by selling more of its supplies elsewhere.
The Caribbean twin island-nation’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports – once mostly shipped to the United States – increasingly are feeding hungry Asian markets, Trinidad & Tobago’s
Sudan: 60 miners believed to be trapped following goldmine collapse
Latest reports from the Darfur province in Sudan indicates that a goldmine has collapsed and 60 miners are thought to be trapped.
A member of parliament from the area said the mine collapsed earlier this week, and word had only reached the capital Khartoum on Thursday. Witnesses told reporters that rescue efforts had been unsuccessful.
Both the Akhir Lahza daily and the Al-Shorouq TV, both quoted local commissioner Haroon al-Hussein as saying that rescue operations were underway
A member of parliament from the area said the mine collapsed earlier this week, and word had only reached the capital Khartoum on Thursday. Witnesses told reporters that rescue efforts had been unsuccessful.
Both the Akhir Lahza daily and the Al-Shorouq TV, both quoted local commissioner Haroon al-Hussein as saying that rescue operations were underway
Leveraging African American spending power by supporting Black-Owned Businesses
Recent studies point out that African American consumer spending is at an all time high.
While the African American community continues to suffer the highest unemployment, the lowest median family income, and the highest debt, African Americans still outspend all other minority groups, in all categories, spending over $US1 trillion dollars annually on goods and services that are purchased primarily from non Black-owned businesses.
Nike, the global sportswear conglomerate has
While the African American community continues to suffer the highest unemployment, the lowest median family income, and the highest debt, African Americans still outspend all other minority groups, in all categories, spending over $US1 trillion dollars annually on goods and services that are purchased primarily from non Black-owned businesses.
Nike, the global sportswear conglomerate has
IMF approves $932 million facility for Jamaica
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Wednesday said it had approved US$932.3 million loan under its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) for Jamaica.
The four-year extended fund facility will "support" the Jamaica government’s comprehensive economic reform agenda and forms a critical part of a total funding package of US$2 billion from Jamaica’s multilateral partners including the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), with each having preliminarily agreed to allocate
The four-year extended fund facility will "support" the Jamaica government’s comprehensive economic reform agenda and forms a critical part of a total funding package of US$2 billion from Jamaica’s multilateral partners including the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), with each having preliminarily agreed to allocate
Chris Kelly, of rap duo Kris Kross dies at 34
Chris Kelly (l) with Chris Smith (r) of the rap duo Kriss Kross. PHOTO/Getty Images
Chris Kelly, half of the 1990s kid rap duo Kris Kross who made one of the decade's most memorable songs with the frenetic Jump, died at an Atlanta hospital on Wednesday. He was 34.
No official cause of death has been determined, pending an autopsy.
Kelly, known as "Mac Daddy," and Chris Smith, known as "Daddy Mac," were introduced to the music world in 1992 by music producer and rapper Jermaine
Chris Kelly, half of the 1990s kid rap duo Kris Kross who made one of the decade's most memorable songs with the frenetic Jump, died at an Atlanta hospital on Wednesday. He was 34.
No official cause of death has been determined, pending an autopsy.
Kelly, known as "Mac Daddy," and Chris Smith, known as "Daddy Mac," were introduced to the music world in 1992 by music producer and rapper Jermaine
Chad: Coup plot foiled - Idriss Deby administration
Chad has arrested a group of people for conspiring in what the government described as a "destabilization plot" in the landlocked central African country, which has a history of instability.
The Idriss Deby administration revealed that a small group of soldiers and civilians also took part in the alleged plot.
"A small group of ill-intentioned individuals attempted to carry out a destabilization plot against the institutions of the republic," the government said in a statement
The Idriss Deby administration revealed that a small group of soldiers and civilians also took part in the alleged plot.
"A small group of ill-intentioned individuals attempted to carry out a destabilization plot against the institutions of the republic," the government said in a statement
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
South Africa: The growth of the Black Middle Class - slowly, steadily, the African National Congress delivering a better life for South Africans
African middle class family in Lusaka, Zambia. PHOTO/Georgina Smith/The Guardian
Press Release
The African National Congress welcomes the outcomes of the study by the University of Cape Town (UCT) Unilever Institute of Strategic Marketing indicating that the black middle class in South Africa has more than doubled in the last five years. According to the study, the black middle class has risen from 1.7 million people in 2004 to 4.2 million in 2012.
Following on the heels of a
Press Release
The African National Congress welcomes the outcomes of the study by the University of Cape Town (UCT) Unilever Institute of Strategic Marketing indicating that the black middle class in South Africa has more than doubled in the last five years. According to the study, the black middle class has risen from 1.7 million people in 2004 to 4.2 million in 2012.
Following on the heels of a
Virginia Leadership Institute set to honor rising young African American leaders
The Virginia Leadership Institute will hold its “Top 10 Under 40” awards ceremony on May 7, to honor 10 of the region’s rising young African American leaders in business, politics and community involvement.
According to Krysta Jones, the founder and president of the Virginia Leadership Institute, the event will help raise the profile of achievements made by African American professionals in Northern Virginia.
The honorees include:
Dana Taylor
Dana Taylor is the founder, CEO &
According to Krysta Jones, the founder and president of the Virginia Leadership Institute, the event will help raise the profile of achievements made by African American professionals in Northern Virginia.
The honorees include:
Dana Taylor
Dana Taylor is the founder, CEO &
Belize looking to launch a national bank to provide cheaper services to citizens - Prime Minister Barrow
Belize Prime Minister Dean Barrow. PHOTO/File
The Belize government is set to launch a national bank that Prime Minister Dean Barrow said should place pressure on commercial banks to reduce lending rates to consumers in the future.
Prime Minister Barrow said that the National Bank of Belize Limited will have a start up capital of BDZ$20 million (US$ 10 million) that will come from PetroCaribe funds.
"The mission of the bank is principally to make residential mortgage and other
The Belize government is set to launch a national bank that Prime Minister Dean Barrow said should place pressure on commercial banks to reduce lending rates to consumers in the future.
Prime Minister Barrow said that the National Bank of Belize Limited will have a start up capital of BDZ$20 million (US$ 10 million) that will come from PetroCaribe funds.
"The mission of the bank is principally to make residential mortgage and other
Africa rising: Infrastructure projects to watch
Infrastructure projects to watch. IMAGE/Africa Review
Travelling across Africa, you easily notice a continent working hard for take-off.
Stretches of roads and airport runways under construction, workers digging trenches for underground networking cables and efforts to boost mobile connectivity, even medical services are all signs that the continent is looking ahead.
Here below are some of the larger infrastructural projects that are going on, covering the different sectors of the
Travelling across Africa, you easily notice a continent working hard for take-off.
Stretches of roads and airport runways under construction, workers digging trenches for underground networking cables and efforts to boost mobile connectivity, even medical services are all signs that the continent is looking ahead.
Here below are some of the larger infrastructural projects that are going on, covering the different sectors of the
Obama to nominate Rep. Melvin Watt to head the Federal Housing Finance Agency
President Barack Obama intends to nominate Rep. Melvin Watt (pictured), to head the Federal Housing Finance Agency, the government regulator that oversees lending giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, a White House official said Tuesday.
If confirmed by the Senate, Watt, D-N.C., a 20-year veteran of the House, would replace Edward DeMarco, an appointee of President George W. Bush who has been a target of housing advocates, liberal groups and Democratic lawmakers.
The president is
If confirmed by the Senate, Watt, D-N.C., a 20-year veteran of the House, would replace Edward DeMarco, an appointee of President George W. Bush who has been a target of housing advocates, liberal groups and Democratic lawmakers.
The president is
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