The Grenada government has closed the doors of its Consular Office in New York as it seeks to conform to international regulations regarding the appointment of a Consular General.
Foreign Affairs Minister Nicholas Steele said the office is being downgraded to an Honorary Consular Office following the appointment of Derrick James to the post of Honorary Consul.
He said James is a US citizen and according to international relations regulations the citizen of a country cannot represents
Sunday, June 30, 2013
U.S. businessman Jerome Almon rallying African Americans to invest in Africa
Jerome Almon. PHOTO/BiztechAfrica
U.S. war veteran and businessman Jerome Almon, is in the process of launching a US$100 billion initiative to rally the support of African Americans to invest in Africa and in the process ride on the economic growth currently underway on the continent.
Almon, has launched an ambitious plan calling on African Americans to invest US$100 billion in Africa annually.
The campaign named "The Power of one Trillion", the campaign will be centered around an
U.S. war veteran and businessman Jerome Almon, is in the process of launching a US$100 billion initiative to rally the support of African Americans to invest in Africa and in the process ride on the economic growth currently underway on the continent.
Almon, has launched an ambitious plan calling on African Americans to invest US$100 billion in Africa annually.
The campaign named "The Power of one Trillion", the campaign will be centered around an
Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake not ruled out of world 100m title defence in Moscow - Manager
Yohan Blake
Kingston, Jamaica - World 100 meters champion Yohan Blake has not been ruled out of defending his title in Moscow in August because of injury, his manager Cubie Seegobin said on Sunday, knocking down media reports that the Jamaican was to undergo surgery.
"There is absolutely no discussions or plans for any surgery and I don't know where that information is coming from," an upset Seegobin told reporters by telephone from Edmonton, Canada. No decision has been made about
Kingston, Jamaica - World 100 meters champion Yohan Blake has not been ruled out of defending his title in Moscow in August because of injury, his manager Cubie Seegobin said on Sunday, knocking down media reports that the Jamaican was to undergo surgery.
"There is absolutely no discussions or plans for any surgery and I don't know where that information is coming from," an upset Seegobin told reporters by telephone from Edmonton, Canada. No decision has been made about
Heads of CARICOM government meeting to focus on travel and movement in the region
The challenges of regional travel will be placed on the front burner at the upcoming meeting of heads of Government from across the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
The CARICOM meeting, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas, will be held in Port of Spain July 4-6.
In the aftermath of a Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) held in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in May, several recommendations were made and these
The CARICOM meeting, which coincides with the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas, will be held in Port of Spain July 4-6.
In the aftermath of a Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) held in St. Vincent & the Grenadines in May, several recommendations were made and these
Wimbledon 2013: Serena Williams, Sloane Stephens advance to 4th round
Serena Williams (l) Kimiko Date-Krumm of Japan following their match in Wimbledon, June 29, 2013. PHOTO/Sang Tan/AP
Serena Williams earned her 600th career victory by brushing aside 42-year-old Kimiko Date-Krumm 6-2, 6-0 on Center Court to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon on Saturday.
Date-Krumm was the oldest woman to reach the third round of Wimbledon in the Open era - having made the semifinals here in 1996 - and the Japanese veteran never stood a chance against the power game
Serena Williams earned her 600th career victory by brushing aside 42-year-old Kimiko Date-Krumm 6-2, 6-0 on Center Court to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon on Saturday.
Date-Krumm was the oldest woman to reach the third round of Wimbledon in the Open era - having made the semifinals here in 1996 - and the Japanese veteran never stood a chance against the power game
Former Chad president, Hissène Habré by Senegal authorities in agreement with AU - to be tried soon
Hissène Habré
(Reuters) - Hissène Habré, Chad's former leader, was arrested on Sunday in Senegal, where he has been living in freely in exile for 22 years despite accusations of political killing and torture during his time in power, a court spokesman said.
Habré, who led Chad between 1982 and 1990, will be tried in a special court set up this year by Senegalese authorities in agreement with the African Union.
The case against Habré follows years of foot dragging by Senegal
(Reuters) - Hissène Habré, Chad's former leader, was arrested on Sunday in Senegal, where he has been living in freely in exile for 22 years despite accusations of political killing and torture during his time in power, a court spokesman said.
Habré, who led Chad between 1982 and 1990, will be tried in a special court set up this year by Senegalese authorities in agreement with the African Union.
The case against Habré follows years of foot dragging by Senegal
Friday, June 28, 2013
Kirani James sets a new world record at 400m in Ostrava
A jubilant Kirani James of Grenada after winning the 400m gold at the London 2012 Olympic Games PHOTO/Getty Images
World and Olympic 400 meters champion Kirani James lived up to expectations to win the event at the Golden Spike Meet in Ostrava.
James thrilled a capacity crowd by racing to a new meet record of 44.49 seconds on the track where he was first noticed as a 400 meter prodigy when he competed as a 14 year-old to win silver at the World Youth Championships six years
World and Olympic 400 meters champion Kirani James lived up to expectations to win the event at the Golden Spike Meet in Ostrava.
James thrilled a capacity crowd by racing to a new meet record of 44.49 seconds on the track where he was first noticed as a 400 meter prodigy when he competed as a 14 year-old to win silver at the World Youth Championships six years
South Africa: Mandela's ill health overshadows Obama visit
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
US President Barack Obama said Friday he would not press for a much-awaited meeting with his critically ill hero Nelson Mandela, hours before he landed in South Africa.
"We'll see what the situation is when we land. I do not need a photo op," Obama said en route to the country, where he will spend the three days as part of a three-nation Africa trip.
"The last thing I want to do is to be in any way obtrusive at a
US President Barack Obama said Friday he would not press for a much-awaited meeting with his critically ill hero Nelson Mandela, hours before he landed in South Africa.
"We'll see what the situation is when we land. I do not need a photo op," Obama said en route to the country, where he will spend the three days as part of a three-nation Africa trip.
"The last thing I want to do is to be in any way obtrusive at a
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Jamaica's Asafa Powell keeps focus to win re-run 100m in Ostrava
Asafa Powell. PHOTO/European Press Agency
(Reuters) - Jamaica's Asafa Powell was twice a winner of the 100 meters at the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava on Thursday after he sprinted to victory - only to be told the race would be re-run because of a false start.
Powell, a former world record holder, powered across the finish line in 9.97 seconds before realizing that Kemar Hyman of the Cayman Islands had been disqualified for jumping out of the blocs too quickly.
After wandering
(Reuters) - Jamaica's Asafa Powell was twice a winner of the 100 meters at the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava on Thursday after he sprinted to victory - only to be told the race would be re-run because of a false start.
Powell, a former world record holder, powered across the finish line in 9.97 seconds before realizing that Kemar Hyman of the Cayman Islands had been disqualified for jumping out of the blocs too quickly.
After wandering
Mandela and the manipulative nature of the Western media
By Nicholas Sengoba
The Western media took up these two issues with the usual manipulative aim of creating a new narrative. The story of South Africa from then on became, on the one hand, Mandela the Saint (and he is a very exceptional human being without doubt). On the other it was the crime, and insecurity of black South Africa.
South Africa’s first democratically elected former President Nelson Mandela, 94, is making news for his failing health. The world is literally holding its
The Western media took up these two issues with the usual manipulative aim of creating a new narrative. The story of South Africa from then on became, on the one hand, Mandela the Saint (and he is a very exceptional human being without doubt). On the other it was the crime, and insecurity of black South Africa.
South Africa’s first democratically elected former President Nelson Mandela, 94, is making news for his failing health. The world is literally holding its
African American-owned banks work with PG&E for $750 million bond sale
(PRNewswire) - San Fransico, California - As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) employed four diverse-owned investment banks to help manage an offering of $750 million of 10-year and 30-year senior notes that closed successfully on June 14.
CastleOak Securities, an African American-owned investment bank headquartered in New York City, was one of four joint lead managers on the deal.
The co-managers included:
- African
CastleOak Securities, an African American-owned investment bank headquartered in New York City, was one of four joint lead managers on the deal.
The co-managers included:
- African
Zimbabwe elections 2013: Presidential candidate Simba Makoni withdraws from race
Simba Makoni. PHOTO/File
Zimbabwe presidential contender Simba Makoni has withdrawn his candidacy in a bid to back a single candidate that will run and possibly defeat the incumbent president Robert Mugabe in the coming presidential election which is slated for July 31.
The remaining opposition candidates namely: Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, Dumiso Dabengwa, Reketayi Semwayo and Edwin Mushoriwa are expected to withdraw in favor a the candidate that stands the strongest chance of
Zimbabwe presidential contender Simba Makoni has withdrawn his candidacy in a bid to back a single candidate that will run and possibly defeat the incumbent president Robert Mugabe in the coming presidential election which is slated for July 31.
The remaining opposition candidates namely: Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai, Dumiso Dabengwa, Reketayi Semwayo and Edwin Mushoriwa are expected to withdraw in favor a the candidate that stands the strongest chance of
Wimbledon 2013: Serena Williams proceeds to 3rd round
Serena Williams. PHOTO/Getty Images
Five-time champion Serena Williams avoided the kind of early upset that has sent many top players tumbling out of Wimbledon, beating Caroline Garcia 6-3, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the third round.
A day after Roger Federer topped the list of big names to go out in the second round, the top-ranked Williams was never in trouble against the 100th-ranked French qualifier.
Williams broke twice in each set to advance to a match with Japanese veteran
Five-time champion Serena Williams avoided the kind of early upset that has sent many top players tumbling out of Wimbledon, beating Caroline Garcia 6-3, 6-2 on Thursday to reach the third round.
A day after Roger Federer topped the list of big names to go out in the second round, the top-ranked Williams was never in trouble against the 100th-ranked French qualifier.
Williams broke twice in each set to advance to a match with Japanese veteran
Jamaica: Free healthcare model to be supported for another year
A survey conducted in 2010 revealed that at the time, over 25 percent of Jamaica's doctors wanted an end to the free healthcare system that was implemented by the then Jamaica Labor Party administration under former prime minister Bruce Golding.
The People's National Party (PNP) administration of Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has revealed that the free healthcare model will be sustained for another year.
The island-nation's health minister Fenton Ferguson, (who has been
The People's National Party (PNP) administration of Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has revealed that the free healthcare model will be sustained for another year.
The island-nation's health minister Fenton Ferguson, (who has been
NAACP: Voting Acts Ruling by US Supreme Court reverses years of gains
The NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) released the following statements in response to this week's U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act.
From Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman, NAACP National Board of Directors:
"This decision has the potential to set voting rights back more than fifty years," stated NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. "It is especially unsettling in a year when we commemorate Medgar Evers, a man who
From Roslyn M. Brock, Chairman, NAACP National Board of Directors:
"This decision has the potential to set voting rights back more than fifty years," stated NAACP Chairman Roslyn M. Brock. "It is especially unsettling in a year when we commemorate Medgar Evers, a man who
South Africa: Nation holds it's breath as Mandela condition worsens
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
(Reuters) - Former South African President Nelson Mandela is still clinging to life, his eldest daughter Makaziwe said on Thursday.
A deterioration in Mandela's status after 20 days of treatment for a lung infection forced South African President Jacob Zuma to cancel his participation in a regional summit in neighboring Mozambique on Thursday.
"I won't lie, it doesn't look good. But as I say, if we speak to him,
(Reuters) - Former South African President Nelson Mandela is still clinging to life, his eldest daughter Makaziwe said on Thursday.
A deterioration in Mandela's status after 20 days of treatment for a lung infection forced South African President Jacob Zuma to cancel his participation in a regional summit in neighboring Mozambique on Thursday.
"I won't lie, it doesn't look good. But as I say, if we speak to him,
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
East African nations Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda to embark on major joint infrastructure projects
(Reuters) - Uganda has agreed to a plan to build a pipeline from its oilfields to a new port being developed on Kenya's northern coast, Uganda's foreign minister said on Tuesday, enabling crude exports and boosting its oil industry.
The new pipeline to Kenya's Lamu port, where work on berths has commenced, would also provide a route to export crude oil from South Sudan, which now relies on a pipeline through its northern neighbor Sudan. Rows between the two have disrupted
The new pipeline to Kenya's Lamu port, where work on berths has commenced, would also provide a route to export crude oil from South Sudan, which now relies on a pipeline through its northern neighbor Sudan. Rows between the two have disrupted
Wimbledon 2013: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga pulls out of tournament citing injured knee
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga receiving medical attention on his knee during the Wimbledon 2013 champions. PHOTO/Carl Court/AFP
Sixth seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga was forced to retire from his Wimbledon second round match against Latvia's Ernests Gulbis with a knee injury.
The 28-year-old Tsonga, a semi-finalist in 2012, needed a medical time-out to have his left knee taped just after he had dropped the second set, 6-3.
Tsonga had won the first set, 6-3.
But when he dropped the third set 6-3,
Sixth seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga was forced to retire from his Wimbledon second round match against Latvia's Ernests Gulbis with a knee injury.
The 28-year-old Tsonga, a semi-finalist in 2012, needed a medical time-out to have his left knee taped just after he had dropped the second set, 6-3.
Tsonga had won the first set, 6-3.
But when he dropped the third set 6-3,
Trinidad & Tobago: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar hands in computer equipment to police
Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. PHOTO/File
Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has handed over computer equipment to the police as investigations continue into allegations that she and senior members of her government were involved in a plot to undermine the judiciary, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution and the media.
During a two hour meeting with the police on Tuesday, prime minister Persad-Bissessar, accompanied by her
Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has handed over computer equipment to the police as investigations continue into allegations that she and senior members of her government were involved in a plot to undermine the judiciary, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution and the media.
During a two hour meeting with the police on Tuesday, prime minister Persad-Bissessar, accompanied by her
Somalia: Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys a senior official of the al-Shabaab militants reportedly captured
Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys. PHOTO/Abukar Albadri/EPA
Unconfirmed reports from Somalia indicate that one of the senior officials of the radical Islamist al-Shabaab, Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys has been captured and taken into custody.
Sheikh Aweys had fallen out of favor with the al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabab leadership amid disagreements over the group's strategy, after African Union forces removed the militants from Mogadishu and other major towns - resulting in reasonable stability.
The
Unconfirmed reports from Somalia indicate that one of the senior officials of the radical Islamist al-Shabaab, Sheikh Hassan Dahir Aweys has been captured and taken into custody.
Sheikh Aweys had fallen out of favor with the al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabab leadership amid disagreements over the group's strategy, after African Union forces removed the militants from Mogadishu and other major towns - resulting in reasonable stability.
The
Part 1 - The Prodigal Son Returns
Obama visits his grandmother in Kenya before his presidency
By Yetnayet Z. Demissie and Dennis Matanda
While its well within some people's right to gripe about the past, the relationship between the U.S. and Africa stands on the precipice of a major reset from the Obama family's three-country tour of Senegal, South Africa and Tanzania. Again, one may argue that former U.S. presidents Clinton and George W. Bush were more portentous for Africa than Obama. However, it might behoove them to
By Yetnayet Z. Demissie and Dennis Matanda
While its well within some people's right to gripe about the past, the relationship between the U.S. and Africa stands on the precipice of a major reset from the Obama family's three-country tour of Senegal, South Africa and Tanzania. Again, one may argue that former U.S. presidents Clinton and George W. Bush were more portentous for Africa than Obama. However, it might behoove them to
Rosalind Fuse-Hall to become president of Bennett College on July 1
Dr. Rosalind Fuse-Hall
Dr. Rosalind Fuse-Hall is set to becoming the 17th president of Bennett College on July 1, following a press conference that made her appointment to the position official.
Ms. Fuse-Hall will replace former president Julianne Malveaux, who stepped down in 2012.
According to the Bennett College Board of Trustees Chairman, Charles Barrentine, Ms. Fuse-Hall brings to the position "a wealth of management, fundraising and governance experience, the board has every
Dr. Rosalind Fuse-Hall is set to becoming the 17th president of Bennett College on July 1, following a press conference that made her appointment to the position official.
Ms. Fuse-Hall will replace former president Julianne Malveaux, who stepped down in 2012.
According to the Bennett College Board of Trustees Chairman, Charles Barrentine, Ms. Fuse-Hall brings to the position "a wealth of management, fundraising and governance experience, the board has every
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
Afro-Latina, Epsy Campbell Barr seeking the Presidency of Costa Rica
Epsy Campbell Barr
Epsy Campbell Barr, an Afro-Latina has declared that she is seeking the Presidency of Costa Rican. If she wins the next presidential election slated for 2014, she will be the first Afro-Latina to serve as president of the country. Her bid differs from any other attempt from previous female candidates because she has the possibility to run as candidate of the top opposition party.
Ms. Barr is currently under consideration to run as candidate for the Citizen Action
Epsy Campbell Barr, an Afro-Latina has declared that she is seeking the Presidency of Costa Rican. If she wins the next presidential election slated for 2014, she will be the first Afro-Latina to serve as president of the country. Her bid differs from any other attempt from previous female candidates because she has the possibility to run as candidate of the top opposition party.
Ms. Barr is currently under consideration to run as candidate for the Citizen Action
U.S. Supreme Court voids section of the Voting Rights Act
American voters. PHOTO/John Gress/Getty Images
The U.S. Supreme Court says a key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act cannot be enforced until Congress comes up with a new way of determining which states and localities require close federal monitoring of elections.
The justices said in 5-4 ruling Tuesday that the law Congress most recently renewed in 2006 relies on 40-year-old data that doesn't reflect racial progress and changes in U.S. society.
The court did not strike
The U.S. Supreme Court says a key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act cannot be enforced until Congress comes up with a new way of determining which states and localities require close federal monitoring of elections.
The justices said in 5-4 ruling Tuesday that the law Congress most recently renewed in 2006 relies on 40-year-old data that doesn't reflect racial progress and changes in U.S. society.
The court did not strike
Leave Rioters and Protesters Alone
The greatest trick the devil ever played, according to Charles Baudelaire, was convincing the world that he did not exist. Here, it does not matter which devil we speak of - trickster, Loki, Satan, Beelzebub, the Goat. What matters more is the entity's capacity for chicanery, chaos and an uncanny ability to always be two steps ahead of you.
Which is why we are always taken aback whenever governments react to protesters. Turkey has been harassing people out on the streets in the same
Which is why we are always taken aback whenever governments react to protesters. Turkey has been harassing people out on the streets in the same
Seven African countries have reduced child HIV infections by half
(Reuters) - Seven countries in sub-Saharan Africa, have cut the number of new HIV infections in children by 50 percent since 2009, the United Nations AIDS program said on Tuesday.
The dramatic reductions - in Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa and Zambia - mean tens of thousands more babies are now being born free of HIV, UNAIDS said in a report on its Global Plan to tackle the disease in around 20 of the worst affected countries.
Overall, across 21 priority
The dramatic reductions - in Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa and Zambia - mean tens of thousands more babies are now being born free of HIV, UNAIDS said in a report on its Global Plan to tackle the disease in around 20 of the worst affected countries.
Overall, across 21 priority
Wimbledon 2013: Serena Williams, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga proceed to 2nd round
Serena Williams in action against Mandy Minella. Williams won the match 6-1, 6-3. PHOTO/Sang Tan/AP
Serena Williams has started her Wimbledon title defence with a routine victory over Mandy Minella of Luxembourg, using her dominant serve to win 6-1, 6-3 on Center Court.
Williams didn't drop a single point on her serve until a minor glitch at the start of the second set, when Minella took a 2-0 lead after the American double-faulted on break point on Tuesday.
But Williams won the
Serena Williams has started her Wimbledon title defence with a routine victory over Mandy Minella of Luxembourg, using her dominant serve to win 6-1, 6-3 on Center Court.
Williams didn't drop a single point on her serve until a minor glitch at the start of the second set, when Minella took a 2-0 lead after the American double-faulted on break point on Tuesday.
But Williams won the
Bahamasair continues to struggle amid loss
The Perry Christie administration in the Bahamas, has revealed that the state-owned Bahamasair continues to suffer from high labor costs; an ageing fleet; escalating fuel costs; and a commitment to unprofitable domestic routes.
Phillip Davies - the country's deputy prime minister and minister of works and urban development, said that while US$20 million have been budgeted for the Bahamasair Holdings this fiscal year, the problems facing the airline increased as a result of
Phillip Davies - the country's deputy prime minister and minister of works and urban development, said that while US$20 million have been budgeted for the Bahamasair Holdings this fiscal year, the problems facing the airline increased as a result of
Monday, June 24, 2013
37 Reported dead as gold mine in the Central African Republic collapses
(Reuters) - At least 37 gold miners died in Central African Republic when a pit in which they were operating collapsed after heavy rains, officials said on Monday.
The incident happened on Sunday at a gold mine in Ndassima, some 440 km (273 miles) east of the capital, Bangui. "The toll of 37 is provisional as there were many injured," said government spokesman Prosper
The incident happened on Sunday at a gold mine in Ndassima, some 440 km (273 miles) east of the capital, Bangui. "The toll of 37 is provisional as there were many injured," said government spokesman Prosper
Robert L. Johnson forming alliance with DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. to end Payday Lending debt, promote financial education and lower minority consumer debt
Agreement Supports RLJ Financials' Plan to Provide Viable Alternative to Payday Lending for Consumers in Need of Short Term and Emergency Borrowing
(PRNewswire) - Bethesda, Maryland - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr., senior pastor of the First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens in Somerset, New Jersey, announced their alliance to reshape the national financial lending climate and help Americans, particularly minorities, pay
(PRNewswire) - Bethesda, Maryland - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr., senior pastor of the First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens in Somerset, New Jersey, announced their alliance to reshape the national financial lending climate and help Americans, particularly minorities, pay
Update: Jamaica air traffic controllers stage vow to continue with industrial action
Air traffic controllers at Jamaica's two international airports have vowed to continue protest and industrial action again this week despite a back to work order obtained by the island-nations's Ministry of Labor issued Sunday.
The court issued injunction had mandated that members of Jamaica Air Traffic Controllers Association return to work immediately and cease all forms of industrial action. It has also restrained the association’s executive from instigating, causing, encouraging
The court issued injunction had mandated that members of Jamaica Air Traffic Controllers Association return to work immediately and cease all forms of industrial action. It has also restrained the association’s executive from instigating, causing, encouraging
FedEx to acquire Supaswift giving in a foothold into Southern Africa
Supaswift South Africa logo
(Ventures Africa) - FedEx Corporation announced Thursday June 20, that it has finalized the first phase of a strategic acquisition of businesses run by its current service provider Supaswift Pty Ltd., in Malawi, Mozambique and South Africa.
FedEx is also in talks to buy Supaswift’s operations in Botswana and Namibia. Once acquired, these operations will operate under the FedEx Express business unit.
“…FedEx Corp will have direct access across the seven
(Ventures Africa) - FedEx Corporation announced Thursday June 20, that it has finalized the first phase of a strategic acquisition of businesses run by its current service provider Supaswift Pty Ltd., in Malawi, Mozambique and South Africa.
FedEx is also in talks to buy Supaswift’s operations in Botswana and Namibia. Once acquired, these operations will operate under the FedEx Express business unit.
“…FedEx Corp will have direct access across the seven
Doc Rivers slated to become the next coach of the L.A. Clippers
Doc Rivers. PHOTO/File
Doc Rivers will be the next coach of the Los Angeles Clippers if the NBA approves the rare but not unprecedented trade of an active coach, a Boston Celtics official told The Associated Press on Sunday night.
The deal would bring Boston a first-round draft pick in 2015, according to the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because it is pending a trade call with the NBA office. Rivers, who had three years and US$21 million left on his contract with
Doc Rivers will be the next coach of the Los Angeles Clippers if the NBA approves the rare but not unprecedented trade of an active coach, a Boston Celtics official told The Associated Press on Sunday night.
The deal would bring Boston a first-round draft pick in 2015, according to the official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because it is pending a trade call with the NBA office. Rivers, who had three years and US$21 million left on his contract with
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Guyanese national, Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith named Fort Valley State University president
Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has voted unanimously in appointing a Guyanese academic as the ninth president of Fort Valley State University.
Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith, provost and senior vice president at York College of the City University of New York, will assume his new post on July 22, 2013.
University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Hank Huckaby said the Board of Regents has made “an outstanding selection” for the
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has voted unanimously in appointing a Guyanese academic as the ninth president of Fort Valley State University.
Dr. Ivelaw Lloyd Griffith, provost and senior vice president at York College of the City University of New York, will assume his new post on July 22, 2013.
University System of Georgia (USG) Chancellor Hank Huckaby said the Board of Regents has made “an outstanding selection” for the
Otha Thornton installed as president of National PTA - the first African American male to take the helm
Otha Thornton. PHOTO/Sara Caldwell
(Marketwired) - Cincinnati, Ohio - Today, Otha Thornton was installed as president of the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA), making history as the first African-American male chosen to lead the association. The ceremony took place at the PTA's annual convention at Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, where he addressed the more than 1,000 attendees in his first official speech in the position.
"This is an exciting opportunity, and I
(Marketwired) - Cincinnati, Ohio - Today, Otha Thornton was installed as president of the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA), making history as the first African-American male chosen to lead the association. The ceremony took place at the PTA's annual convention at Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, where he addressed the more than 1,000 attendees in his first official speech in the position.
"This is an exciting opportunity, and I
Obama trip to Africa seeking to increase American investments on an increasingly important continent
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’s upcoming weeklong trip to Africa will mark his most significant personal investment in the fast growing continent since taking office.
The White House is hoping the return on that investment will be an increased foothold for U.S. businesses on a continent where China and other emerging economies are already
President Barack Obama’s upcoming weeklong trip to Africa will mark his most significant personal investment in the fast growing continent since taking office.
The White House is hoping the return on that investment will be an increased foothold for U.S. businesses on a continent where China and other emerging economies are already
Industrial action: Jamaica air traffic controllers stage sick-out
Air traffic supervisors have been monitoring flights to and from Jamaica because controllers are calling in sick over a pay dispute with management.
The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority announced Sunday that more than 40 air traffic controllers have called in sick at the island-nation's two international airports and the Kingston Air Traffic Control Center since Saturday. Authority spokeswoman Nicole Robinson says "safety is not compromised" as a contingency team of supervisors covers
The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority announced Sunday that more than 40 air traffic controllers have called in sick at the island-nation's two international airports and the Kingston Air Traffic Control Center since Saturday. Authority spokeswoman Nicole Robinson says "safety is not compromised" as a contingency team of supervisors covers
South Africa: Nelson Mandela in critical condition
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
Nelson Mandela's health has deteriorated and he is now in critical condition, the South African government said Sunday.
The office of President Jacob Zuma said in a statement that he had visited the 94-year-old anti-apartheid leader at a hospital Sunday evening and was informed by the medical team that Mandela's condition had become critical in the past 24 hours.
"The doctors are doing everything possible to get
Nelson Mandela's health has deteriorated and he is now in critical condition, the South African government said Sunday.
The office of President Jacob Zuma said in a statement that he had visited the 94-year-old anti-apartheid leader at a hospital Sunday evening and was informed by the medical team that Mandela's condition had become critical in the past 24 hours.
"The doctors are doing everything possible to get
Friday, June 21, 2013
Robert L. Johnson, Chairman of RLJ Entertainment announces stock purchase plan of up to $2 million
RLJ Companies Chairman and CEO Robert L. Johnson. PHOTO/File
(Business Wire) - Silver Spring, Maryland - RLJ Entertainment Inc., announced Tuesday June 19 2013, that Robert L. Johnson, the company's Chairman, has adopted a Rule 10b5-1 plan under which he can purchase up to US$2 million worth of RLJ Entertainment's common stock.
RLJ Entertainment, founded by Robert L. Johnson, founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and The RLJ Companies, is a leading creator, owner and
(Business Wire) - Silver Spring, Maryland - RLJ Entertainment Inc., announced Tuesday June 19 2013, that Robert L. Johnson, the company's Chairman, has adopted a Rule 10b5-1 plan under which he can purchase up to US$2 million worth of RLJ Entertainment's common stock.
RLJ Entertainment, founded by Robert L. Johnson, founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and The RLJ Companies, is a leading creator, owner and
South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe donates a further $1.2million towards the eradication of poverty and unemployment
Patrice Motsepe, founder and chairman of African Rainbow Mineral Ltd. PHOTO/Simon Dawson/Getty Images
Earlier this year we reported that South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe had pledged to donate half of his fortune to charitable causes in Africa - more specifically South Africa, making him the first African to match a pledge made by Bill Gates and Warren Buffett.
Earlier this week, he announced that he would donate a further US$ 1.2 million towards the eradication of poverty and
Earlier this year we reported that South African billionaire Patrice Motsepe had pledged to donate half of his fortune to charitable causes in Africa - more specifically South Africa, making him the first African to match a pledge made by Bill Gates and Warren Buffett.
Earlier this week, he announced that he would donate a further US$ 1.2 million towards the eradication of poverty and
Jamaica positioning itself as the next animation hub
Aspiring visual artists hoping to sketch out a promising future flocked on Thursday to an animation industry conference in Jamaica, which hopes to become the next hub of a growing global industry that generated more than US$100 billion last year.
Jamaican and World Bank officials believe that the international animation industry can create thousands of jobs for young hopefuls in Jamaica, where the economy has sputtered for more than 30 years and good jobs are scarce. Because animation
Jamaican and World Bank officials believe that the international animation industry can create thousands of jobs for young hopefuls in Jamaica, where the economy has sputtered for more than 30 years and good jobs are scarce. Because animation
South Africa: Former president says Mandela health improving
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
A former South African president has said the health of Nelson Mandela is improving as the 94-year-old beloved anti-apartheid leader marked two weeks in the hospital Friday.
Thabo Mbeki, who succeeded Mandela as president in 1999, made the comment Thursday night in an interview with Power FM, a South African radio station.
Mandela, who spent 27 years in prison during white racist rule, was taken to a Pretoria
A former South African president has said the health of Nelson Mandela is improving as the 94-year-old beloved anti-apartheid leader marked two weeks in the hospital Friday.
Thabo Mbeki, who succeeded Mandela as president in 1999, made the comment Thursday night in an interview with Power FM, a South African radio station.
Mandela, who spent 27 years in prison during white racist rule, was taken to a Pretoria
Miami Heat beats San Antonio to take championship - LeBron James named MVP
Victorious Miami Heat players including LeBron James (c), June 20 2013. PHOTO/Wilfredo Lee/AP
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have faced plenty of adversity together and the title-deciding seventh game of the NBA Finals was their biggest test yet.
"It's the ultimate. I am at a loss for words," James said of the Heat's 95-88 victory over the San Antonio Spurs Thursday in the last game of the best-of-seven series.
"I am LeBron James from Akron, Ohio - from the inner city. I am not even
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have faced plenty of adversity together and the title-deciding seventh game of the NBA Finals was their biggest test yet.
"It's the ultimate. I am at a loss for words," James said of the Heat's 95-88 victory over the San Antonio Spurs Thursday in the last game of the best-of-seven series.
"I am LeBron James from Akron, Ohio - from the inner city. I am not even
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Misconception of Passion/The Root of Patience
Misconception of Passion:
The mistake that we make is that we define passion to be the ‘thing’ we’re interested in. So we’ll say stuff like ‘my passion is music’, or ‘my passion is business”. But that's not what passion is. We confuse passion to be the ‘interest’, when in fact they’re two separate entities. Passion is a capacity that we’re all born with. So when people say they want to ‘find or discover their passion’, what they’re really saying is they want
The mistake that we make is that we define passion to be the ‘thing’ we’re interested in. So we’ll say stuff like ‘my passion is music’, or ‘my passion is business”. But that's not what passion is. We confuse passion to be the ‘interest’, when in fact they’re two separate entities. Passion is a capacity that we’re all born with. So when people say they want to ‘find or discover their passion’, what they’re really saying is they want
Nigeria seeks to impose stringent measures on oil companies that pollute environment
Environmental Damage caused by past oil spill in Nigeria. PHOTO/File
Nigeria's oil spill detection and response agency (NOSDRA) has presented a bill to the federal legislature that proposes to criminalize oil spillage and damage to the environment. This was revealed by the country’s federal Minister of the Environment, Ms. Hadiza Mailafia, in the capital, Abuja early this week.
The bill, according to the minister, calls for more stringent measures on oil companies that pollute the
Nigeria's oil spill detection and response agency (NOSDRA) has presented a bill to the federal legislature that proposes to criminalize oil spillage and damage to the environment. This was revealed by the country’s federal Minister of the Environment, Ms. Hadiza Mailafia, in the capital, Abuja early this week.
The bill, according to the minister, calls for more stringent measures on oil companies that pollute the
Renewable energy sources could provide Caribbean with electricity sufficiency for the foreseeable future
Wigton wind farm in Manchester, Jamaica. PHOTO/Jamaica Gleaner
A report commissioned by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has found that the Caribbean and Latin America’s renewable energy endowment is large enough to cover its projected 2050 electricity needs many times over.
The report “Rethinking our Energy Future” argues that lower prices and new technologies are making renewables a viable alternative.
It also says that solar, geothermal, wave, wind and biomass
A report commissioned by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has found that the Caribbean and Latin America’s renewable energy endowment is large enough to cover its projected 2050 electricity needs many times over.
The report “Rethinking our Energy Future” argues that lower prices and new technologies are making renewables a viable alternative.
It also says that solar, geothermal, wave, wind and biomass
Meet Halle and Brea Holmes, founders and co-CEOs of Sweet Dream Girlz
Halle (l) and Brea Holmes. PHOTO/Andy DeLisle/Bloomberg Businessweek
Brea (19) and Halle (13) Holmes are the founders and chief executive officers of Sweet Dreams Girlz, a producer of paraben-free skin care products for young girls, including shampoos, conditioners, facial cleanser, lip balm, and moisturizer.
Halle was 10 years old in 2010 when she came home empty-handed and a little upset after a trip to the local mall. As hostess of an upcoming spa party, she had her heart set on
Brea (19) and Halle (13) Holmes are the founders and chief executive officers of Sweet Dreams Girlz, a producer of paraben-free skin care products for young girls, including shampoos, conditioners, facial cleanser, lip balm, and moisturizer.
Halle was 10 years old in 2010 when she came home empty-handed and a little upset after a trip to the local mall. As hostess of an upcoming spa party, she had her heart set on
Kenyan company Ushahidi launches new connectivity device - the BRCK modem
The BRCK modem was designed and built with African conditions in mind.
The BRCK modem - a modem designed specifically for Africa has been been has unveiled by Kenyan tech firm Ushahidi.
Ushahidi, have revealed that the BRCK modem which combines a rugged design with a range of connectivity options, seamlessly switches between WIFI, 3/4G and fixed broadband whenever the user's preferred network is down.
The BRCK modem also works like a mobile phone, users can also plug in a SIM card
The BRCK modem - a modem designed specifically for Africa has been been has unveiled by Kenyan tech firm Ushahidi.
Ushahidi, have revealed that the BRCK modem which combines a rugged design with a range of connectivity options, seamlessly switches between WIFI, 3/4G and fixed broadband whenever the user's preferred network is down.
The BRCK modem also works like a mobile phone, users can also plug in a SIM card
Bermuda has not signed onto Britain's FACTA-like deal - Premier Cannonier
Bermuda Premier Craig Cannonier. PHOTO/Royal Gazette
Bermuda says it has not signed a tax avoidance treaty with Britain insisting that it would do nothing to jeopardize the island nation’s financial model or agreements signed in the past.
Premier Craig Cannonier told a news conference that that Bermuda had declined to sign the tax treaty during talks in London with British Prime Minister David Cameron.
Cameron last week invited the leaders of Bermuda and 5 other territories
Bermuda says it has not signed a tax avoidance treaty with Britain insisting that it would do nothing to jeopardize the island nation’s financial model or agreements signed in the past.
Premier Craig Cannonier told a news conference that that Bermuda had declined to sign the tax treaty during talks in London with British Prime Minister David Cameron.
Cameron last week invited the leaders of Bermuda and 5 other territories
Tiger Woods pulls out of AT&T National citing injury to left elbow
Tiger Woods acknowledges the crowd during the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament, Sunday March 24, 2013. PHOTO/Phelan M. Ebenhack
In little more than a month, Tiger Woods went from being tough to beat to having a tough time even playing.
Woods said Wednesday that soreness in his left elbow would keep him from defending his title next week in the AT&T National at Congressional, and that he would not compete again until the British Open next month at Muirfield.
This is the
In little more than a month, Tiger Woods went from being tough to beat to having a tough time even playing.
Woods said Wednesday that soreness in his left elbow would keep him from defending his title next week in the AT&T National at Congressional, and that he would not compete again until the British Open next month at Muirfield.
This is the
South Sudan: Senior Cabinet officials suspended - face corruption probe
(AP) - The Salva Kiir administration in South Sudan has suspended two cabinet ministers and ordered an investigation into corruption allegations against them.
President Salva Kiir said he was lifting immunity for Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai and his cabinet Affairs colleague Deng Alor Kuol.
Officials say some US$7.95 million was transferred for the alleged purchase of anti-fire safes, but those goods were never delivered.
The suspended finance minister said the safes had been
President Salva Kiir said he was lifting immunity for Finance Minister Kosti Manibe Ngai and his cabinet Affairs colleague Deng Alor Kuol.
Officials say some US$7.95 million was transferred for the alleged purchase of anti-fire safes, but those goods were never delivered.
The suspended finance minister said the safes had been
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Jamaica looking at diaspora to kick start economy, investments and growth
Net remittances to Jamaica by Jamaicans abroad. IMAGE/Bank of Jamaica
In a bid to kick start Jamaica's economy, the island-nation is actively wooing its citizens living abroad to invest in the nation.
On Tuesday, hundreds of entrepreneurs and other Jamaican expatriates mingled with government officials and local business leaders, brainstorming ways to boost growth and development. The sessions were part of a four-day "Jamaica Diaspora" conference aimed at tapping into the wealth,
In a bid to kick start Jamaica's economy, the island-nation is actively wooing its citizens living abroad to invest in the nation.
On Tuesday, hundreds of entrepreneurs and other Jamaican expatriates mingled with government officials and local business leaders, brainstorming ways to boost growth and development. The sessions were part of a four-day "Jamaica Diaspora" conference aimed at tapping into the wealth,
Roslyn Clark Artis appointed interim President of Florida Memorial University
(Black PR Wire) - Miami Gardens, Florida - The Board of Trustees of Florida Memorial University, have announced the appointment of Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis (pictured), as Interim President, effective July 15, 2013.
An experienced professional, Dr. Artis is a Trustee Scholar graduate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she earned her Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy. She received her Juris Doctorate degree
An experienced professional, Dr. Artis is a Trustee Scholar graduate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she earned her Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership and Policy. She received her Juris Doctorate degree
Policy makers looking to tap into diaspora remittances to power Africa's industrialization and growth
Remittances from Africans in the diaspora are now estimated at around US$60 billion annually and are said to have surpassed traditional western aid. While these help millions of Africans in their day-to-day needs, a proper harnessing of this resource could well see the continent on its next development stage – industrialization.
As the world wakes up to the idea of Africa as a center for economic growth, it is considered, in many ways, the final frontier for investment opportunities.
As the world wakes up to the idea of Africa as a center for economic growth, it is considered, in many ways, the final frontier for investment opportunities.
Jamaica issues Caribbean Airlines with 1 month deadline
Jamaica has given the new board of the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Airlines one month to indicate how it intends to use the Air Jamaica brand in the future.
Jamaica's Transport Minister, Omar Davies, Tuesday met with a high level delegation from Trinidad & Tobago that included Trade Minister Vasant Bharath and Caribbean Airlines board members to discuss the airline’s Jamaican operations and its arrears to local entities including the Customs Department and the Airports
Jamaica's Transport Minister, Omar Davies, Tuesday met with a high level delegation from Trinidad & Tobago that included Trade Minister Vasant Bharath and Caribbean Airlines board members to discuss the airline’s Jamaican operations and its arrears to local entities including the Customs Department and the Airports
Somalia: African Union force secures U.N. base after attack by al-Shabaab militants
Troops from the African Union force AMISOM said they had secured a United Nations compound in the Somali capital Mogadishu after it was attacked by Islamist militants, the al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabaab group.
"AMISOM was at the UNDP compound within minutes and has it currently secured," the force said on its official Twitter account. A U.N. spokesman and the Islamist militants said fighting and gunfire was heard more than an hour after the initial blast.
The al-Shabaab group said on
"AMISOM was at the UNDP compound within minutes and has it currently secured," the force said on its official Twitter account. A U.N. spokesman and the Islamist militants said fighting and gunfire was heard more than an hour after the initial blast.
The al-Shabaab group said on
Venus Williams withdraws from Wimbledon citing injury
Venus Williams returns a serve at Australian Open against Galina Voskoboeva, earlier this year. PHOTO/Getty Images
Five time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams has pulled out of this year's tournament because of an ongoing lower back injury.
Venus Williams, 33, - who has won seven Grand Slam titles in all - also pulled out of the doubles there with her sister Serena because of her back problem.
"Unfortunately, I will not be able to participate in Wimbledon this year," Williams said
Five time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams has pulled out of this year's tournament because of an ongoing lower back injury.
Venus Williams, 33, - who has won seven Grand Slam titles in all - also pulled out of the doubles there with her sister Serena because of her back problem.
"Unfortunately, I will not be able to participate in Wimbledon this year," Williams said
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association suspends Veronica Campbell-Brown
Veronica Campbell-Brown at the 2012 London Olympic Games. PHOTO/File
Olympic champion Veronica Campbell-Brown of Jamaica is serving a suspension while anti-doping officials rule on her recent positive drug test.
The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association announced Tuesday that the 2004 and 2008 Olympic champion at 200 meters is suspended while a panel reviews the case.
Campbell-Brown's manager, Claude Bryan, says the accusation "is a shock to her." He says Campbell-Brown is
Olympic champion Veronica Campbell-Brown of Jamaica is serving a suspension while anti-doping officials rule on her recent positive drug test.
The Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association announced Tuesday that the 2004 and 2008 Olympic champion at 200 meters is suspended while a panel reviews the case.
Campbell-Brown's manager, Claude Bryan, says the accusation "is a shock to her." He says Campbell-Brown is
Kenya's Mukhisa Kituyi becomes the UNCTAD Secretary General
Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi - Incoming Secretary-General of the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Kenya's Mukhisa Kituyi is the new Secretary-General of UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Kituyi who had earlier this year been nominated to the position by UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, was ratified as the head of UNCTAD by the General Assembly.
He will serve for a term of four years beginning September 1, 2013.
According to a statement from the UN Secretary
Kenya's Mukhisa Kituyi is the new Secretary-General of UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).
Kituyi who had earlier this year been nominated to the position by UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon, was ratified as the head of UNCTAD by the General Assembly.
He will serve for a term of four years beginning September 1, 2013.
According to a statement from the UN Secretary
Cory Booker on track to winning Senate seat despite setbacks
Newark Mayor Cory Booker. PHOTO/File
In an accelerated election for a new U.S. senator from New Jersey, the Democratic field is Cory Booker vs. everyone else.
The Newark mayor's name recognition and deep-pocketed pals would give him an advantage in any statewide race. But the charismatic Booker, who clearly has national political ambitions and has spent significant time raising his profile on social media and giving speeches around the country, may be more familiar to talk show
In an accelerated election for a new U.S. senator from New Jersey, the Democratic field is Cory Booker vs. everyone else.
The Newark mayor's name recognition and deep-pocketed pals would give him an advantage in any statewide race. But the charismatic Booker, who clearly has national political ambitions and has spent significant time raising his profile on social media and giving speeches around the country, may be more familiar to talk show
Eastern Caribbean Currency Union working to comply with FATCA
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank has established a working group to ensure that financial institutions which operate within the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) are prepared to comply with the requirements of the United States Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).
FATCA, which the US Government enacted in March 2010, seeks to combat tax evasion by US citizens and resident non-citizens with US-sourced income in Foreign Financial Institutions outside of the US.
FATCA
FATCA, which the US Government enacted in March 2010, seeks to combat tax evasion by US citizens and resident non-citizens with US-sourced income in Foreign Financial Institutions outside of the US.
FATCA
Ethiopia and Egypt tone down the rhetoric regarding Nile Dam development
(Reuters) - Ethiopia and Egypt cooled talk of war on Tuesday and agreed to more dialogue to resolve a row over a giant dam that Ethiopia is building on the Nile, on which Egyptians depend on for almost all their water.
Africa's second and third most populous nations have traded barbs in past weeks about Ethiopia's new hydroelectric project, which Egypt fears will reduce a water supply vital for its 84 million people, who mostly live in the Nile valley and delta.
Egyptian President
Africa's second and third most populous nations have traded barbs in past weeks about Ethiopia's new hydroelectric project, which Egypt fears will reduce a water supply vital for its 84 million people, who mostly live in the Nile valley and delta.
Egyptian President
Congresswoman Marcia Fudge to address the state of black women in America
Congresswoman Marcia Fudge
(PRNewswire via COMTEX) - Third-term Congresswoman Marcia Fudge of Ohio, the new chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, will address the state of black women in America at a National Press Club Newsmakers news conference on Wednesday, June 19.
In remarks paying homage to a 1974 University of Ohio speech by the first black woman elected to Congress, Shirley Chisholm, Congresswoman Fudge will also address the lack of appointments of African American women
(PRNewswire via COMTEX) - Third-term Congresswoman Marcia Fudge of Ohio, the new chair of the Congressional Black Caucus, will address the state of black women in America at a National Press Club Newsmakers news conference on Wednesday, June 19.
In remarks paying homage to a 1974 University of Ohio speech by the first black woman elected to Congress, Shirley Chisholm, Congresswoman Fudge will also address the lack of appointments of African American women
Haiti reports first suspected H1N1 death
Haiti has reported its first suspected death from the H1N1 virus.
The victim was from the small community of Nan Bannann in the southern city of Belle-Ansecity, 110 km southwest of the capital Port-au-Prince. The victim died at a hospital in Thiotte, 65 km east of the capital.
Reports indicate that the victim appeared to have contracted the virus in Anse-a-Pitres, a small town along the border with the Dominican Republic, where H1N1 has killed eight people.
Last week, five people
The victim was from the small community of Nan Bannann in the southern city of Belle-Ansecity, 110 km southwest of the capital Port-au-Prince. The victim died at a hospital in Thiotte, 65 km east of the capital.
Reports indicate that the victim appeared to have contracted the virus in Anse-a-Pitres, a small town along the border with the Dominican Republic, where H1N1 has killed eight people.
Last week, five people
Monday, June 17, 2013
As Africa, China trade gains momentum, the Yuan may replace the Dollar as the preferred currency of trade
As bilateral between China and Africa continues to gather momentum, it is becoming increasingly necessary for a new cross border payments mechansim that is suitable for both Africa and China.
As the dominant reserve currency in the world, the US dollar is mostly used in global trade transactions, and for the most part, majority of transactions between China and Africa are still based on its exchange rate, however, to lower the risk caused by quantitative easing measures and further
As the dominant reserve currency in the world, the US dollar is mostly used in global trade transactions, and for the most part, majority of transactions between China and Africa are still based on its exchange rate, however, to lower the risk caused by quantitative easing measures and further
St Kitts & Nevis: Former Douglas allies form new party - The People's Labor Party
Immediate former deputy prime minister Sam Condor, and former cabinet minister Timothy Harris have officially broken ranks with Prime Minister Denzil Douglas and have formed a new party - the People's Labor Party (PLP).
According to reports coming from the twin-island nation, the new party will host its first political meeting on Wednesday June 19 in a bid to shore up support in preparation for the much anticipated general elections.
St Kitts & Nevis has been politically paralyzed due
According to reports coming from the twin-island nation, the new party will host its first political meeting on Wednesday June 19 in a bid to shore up support in preparation for the much anticipated general elections.
St Kitts & Nevis has been politically paralyzed due
Tough negotiations on Syria expected between Obama and Putin at G8 summit
U.S. President Barack Obama, (l), greets Russia's President Vladimir Putin at the G-20 Summit in Los Cabos, Mexico, Monday, June 18, 2012. PHOTO/Alexei Nikolsky/RIA-Novosti,Presidential Press Service
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama will seek the help on Monday of Russia's Vladimir Putin, Syria's most powerful ally, to bring Bashar al Assad to the negotiating table and end a two-year civil war.
At their first private face-to-face meeting in a year, Obama will try to find common
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama will seek the help on Monday of Russia's Vladimir Putin, Syria's most powerful ally, to bring Bashar al Assad to the negotiating table and end a two-year civil war.
At their first private face-to-face meeting in a year, Obama will try to find common
Nelson Mandela's wife overwhelmed by global love and support
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
The wife of former South African President Nelson Mandela says that love and generosity from across the world have brought comfort and hope during Mandela's latest hospitalization.
Mandela spent his 10th day in the hospital Monday for a recurring lung infection.
Latest reports indicate that Mandela remains in serious but stable condition and that his doctors are seeing sustained improvements.
Graca Machel,
The wife of former South African President Nelson Mandela says that love and generosity from across the world have brought comfort and hope during Mandela's latest hospitalization.
Mandela spent his 10th day in the hospital Monday for a recurring lung infection.
Latest reports indicate that Mandela remains in serious but stable condition and that his doctors are seeing sustained improvements.
Graca Machel,
Sunday, June 16, 2013
Singer and entrepreneur Akon, launches the Akon Motor Sports, signs on Joe Hendersen III and ventures into NASCAR
Music star and entrepreneur Akon (l) with driver Joe Henderson III. PHOTO/Facebook
Music star and serial entrepreneur Akon is venturing into the world of race car driving.
Akon recently launched Akon Motor Sports and signed on African American driver Joe Henderson III. Henderson and Akon Motor Sports team will be competing in the NASCAR Pro Seies East race at the Langley Speedway in Virgina on June the 22nd. His love of cars have lead him to turn his hobby into a profitable career. He
Music star and serial entrepreneur Akon is venturing into the world of race car driving.
Akon recently launched Akon Motor Sports and signed on African American driver Joe Henderson III. Henderson and Akon Motor Sports team will be competing in the NASCAR Pro Seies East race at the Langley Speedway in Virgina on June the 22nd. His love of cars have lead him to turn his hobby into a profitable career. He
Caribbean Investment Forum touts rich investment opportunities in the region
In its third successful year, the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2013 delivered on the promise of rich opportunities for investors seeking a foothold in the Caribbean. More than 500 entrepreneurs, government ministers, investors, CEOs, and CFOs heeded the call to discuss the development and investment opportunities of various sectors, including tourism, at CIF 2013 which was hosted at the Trinidad Hilton and Conference Centre on June 10 and 11. Influential regional and international
Africa being ripped off by resource seeking companies - African Development Bank
(Reuters) - Developed world mining and energy companies operating in Africa should pay more taxes to help parts the continent climb out of poverty much faster, the president of the African Development Bank said on Sunday.
"The reality is, Africa is being ripped off big time," African Development Bank president Donald Kaberuka told reporters, a day after attending a meeting in London with other African representatives ahead of the G8 summit of rich countries on the "triple-T" agenda of
"The reality is, Africa is being ripped off big time," African Development Bank president Donald Kaberuka told reporters, a day after attending a meeting in London with other African representatives ahead of the G8 summit of rich countries on the "triple-T" agenda of
Friday, June 14, 2013
Usain Bolt sets track record in 200 meters in Oslo
Usain Bolt
Usain Bolt. PHOTO/Joe Klamar/AFP
Usain Bolt bounced back from a rare defeat, setting a track record at the Bislett Games on Thursday in his first 200-meter race of the season.
"I'm not in as bad shape as I thought I was," Bolt said.
Bolt, who lost the 100 by 0.01 seconds in Rome last week, finished in 19.79. He is the only one to break 20 seconds this season.
"Overall, it was a good run, I can't complain. It's sub 20," Bolt said. "I could have done better. I think I
Usain Bolt. PHOTO/Joe Klamar/AFP
Usain Bolt bounced back from a rare defeat, setting a track record at the Bislett Games on Thursday in his first 200-meter race of the season.
"I'm not in as bad shape as I thought I was," Bolt said.
Bolt, who lost the 100 by 0.01 seconds in Rome last week, finished in 19.79. He is the only one to break 20 seconds this season.
"Overall, it was a good run, I can't complain. It's sub 20," Bolt said. "I could have done better. I think I
Fastjet - low cost African Airline launches
(Reuters) - Fastjet , the African budget airline backed by easyJet founder Stelios Haji-Ioannou, said it would temporarily shelve plans to launch domestic routes in South Africa to focus on rolling out international flights from Tanzania.
The African start-up airline said on Friday it had been granted permission to launch international flights from Tanzania to South Africa, Zambia and Rwanda after receiving route approvals from the relevant governments under the Bilateral Air Services
The African start-up airline said on Friday it had been granted permission to launch international flights from Tanzania to South Africa, Zambia and Rwanda after receiving route approvals from the relevant governments under the Bilateral Air Services
Sen. William “Mo” Cowan casts doubt on need for ‘black agenda’ from Obama
William “Mo” Cowan. PHOTO/AP
The sole Democratic African-American senator cast doubt on the need for a “black agenda” from the president and on its chances of passage in Congress during a Democratic forum with largely African-American reporters Wednesday.
Massachusetts Sen. William “Mo” Cowan said the issues that black Americans are concerned about are the same as those causing white Americans concern, although to different degrees.
“I think he has to stick with the
The sole Democratic African-American senator cast doubt on the need for a “black agenda” from the president and on its chances of passage in Congress during a Democratic forum with largely African-American reporters Wednesday.
Massachusetts Sen. William “Mo” Cowan said the issues that black Americans are concerned about are the same as those causing white Americans concern, although to different degrees.
“I think he has to stick with the
LIAT takes possession of first ATR 72-600 aircraft in re-fleeting exercise
Regional airline, Leeward Islands Air Transport (LIAT), Thursday announced it had taken possession of an ATR 72-600 aircraft as it upgrades its aging fleet.
The airline said the French-manufactured ATR is being leased from the lessor GECAS (GE Capital Aviation Services) and “is the first of a total of eight ATRs -four 68-seat ATR 72-600 and four 48-seat ATR 42-600s- that will be introduced into LIAT’s fleet.
“The introduction of these brand new ATR-600s in LIAT’s current
The airline said the French-manufactured ATR is being leased from the lessor GECAS (GE Capital Aviation Services) and “is the first of a total of eight ATRs -four 68-seat ATR 72-600 and four 48-seat ATR 42-600s- that will be introduced into LIAT’s fleet.
“The introduction of these brand new ATR-600s in LIAT’s current
Madagascar elections: Lalao Ravalomanana looking to become Africa's 3rd female leader
Lalao Ravalomanana
(Reuters) - The wife of deposed Madagascar leader Marc Ravalomanana deflected international demands to pull out of a presidential election in August, telling reporters she will be her own woman if she wins while her husband will run the family business.
Lalao Ravalomanana's decision to run upset a deal under which leading players in a 2009 coup agreed not to contest the vote that aims to restore constitutional order after more than four years of political crisis and
(Reuters) - The wife of deposed Madagascar leader Marc Ravalomanana deflected international demands to pull out of a presidential election in August, telling reporters she will be her own woman if she wins while her husband will run the family business.
Lalao Ravalomanana's decision to run upset a deal under which leading players in a 2009 coup agreed not to contest the vote that aims to restore constitutional order after more than four years of political crisis and
Thursday, June 13, 2013
Sporedust Media: A Nigerian animation company aiming to be Africa's Pixar equivalent
Sporedust Media, a Nigerian animation startup is on track to becoming Africa's equivalent of Pixar.
According to the company's CEO and co-founder, Shina Ajulo (pictured below), Sporedust Media intends to bring back back traditional African storytelling.
The company has already create a short cartoon series named "Chicken Core" that will form the basis basis of a film or television series that is part of the rapid expansion of the creative industries and content on the African
According to the company's CEO and co-founder, Shina Ajulo (pictured below), Sporedust Media intends to bring back back traditional African storytelling.
The company has already create a short cartoon series named "Chicken Core" that will form the basis basis of a film or television series that is part of the rapid expansion of the creative industries and content on the African
CARICOM Secretary General working to resolve trade dispute between Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago
Manufactures in Jamaica have accused Trinidad & Tobago of breaching the Caribbean Community's (CARICOM) trade rules established under the Revised Treaty of Chaguaramas by imposing non-tariff barriers to goods from Jamaica.
Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago comprise the two largest economies in the CARICOM region.
In responding to the accusation in what may quickly escalate into a full blown trade dispute, Trinidad & Tobago's Industry Minister Vasant Bharath declared "there is no unfair
Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago comprise the two largest economies in the CARICOM region.
In responding to the accusation in what may quickly escalate into a full blown trade dispute, Trinidad & Tobago's Industry Minister Vasant Bharath declared "there is no unfair
Stop and Frisk: U.S. Justice Department wades into controversial NYPD program
Policewoman frisking man. PHOTO/Hill Street Studios
The U.S. Justice Department has treaded carefully into the debate over the New York Police Department's stop, question and frisk policy, telling a federal judge that it strongly endorses an independent monitor to oversee changes should she decide civil rights violations have occurred.
Lawyers for the Justice Department filed a 21-page statement of interest in the case late Wednesday, the last day to file paperwork. The court papers
The U.S. Justice Department has treaded carefully into the debate over the New York Police Department's stop, question and frisk policy, telling a federal judge that it strongly endorses an independent monitor to oversee changes should she decide civil rights violations have occurred.
Lawyers for the Justice Department filed a 21-page statement of interest in the case late Wednesday, the last day to file paperwork. The court papers
Botswana best governed in Africa - as sub-Saharan Africa more peaceful globally
Sub-Saharan Africa is more peaceful than commonly perceived, according to a new Global Peace Index (GPI) report, although levels of violence remain high in North Africa due to the continued fallout from the Arab Spring.
The latest Positive Peace Index rankings have singled out diamond-rich Botswana as the best governed country in Africa.
Botswana was placed at 41 out of 125 countries, which were measured against eight core governance categories.
The categories include:
- the free
The latest Positive Peace Index rankings have singled out diamond-rich Botswana as the best governed country in Africa.
Botswana was placed at 41 out of 125 countries, which were measured against eight core governance categories.
The categories include:
- the free
Jamaica facing tough economic times ahead
Jamaica is particularly exposed to higher borrowing costs because of financing needs in the financial years 2015 and 2015 following the US$932 million International Monetary Fund (IMF) facility approved this spring.
Jamaica is rated at CCC/Caa3/CCC+. The island-nation's debt burden stood at 132 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2012.
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Jamaica is rated at CCC/Caa3/CCC+. The island-nation's debt burden stood at 132 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2012.
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Regina Benjamin to step down as U.S. Surgeon General
U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin says she plans to step down next month after four years as “America’s doctor.”
In an email to staff Wednesday, Benjamin said she will remain involved in public health. As surgeon general, she promoted disease prevention, smoking cessation and healthy lifestyles, particularly among minorities. Benjamin oversaw a report that documented how smoking, even an occasional cigarette or secondhand smoke, can cause immediate damage to the human body.
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In an email to staff Wednesday, Benjamin said she will remain involved in public health. As surgeon general, she promoted disease prevention, smoking cessation and healthy lifestyles, particularly among minorities. Benjamin oversaw a report that documented how smoking, even an occasional cigarette or secondhand smoke, can cause immediate damage to the human body.
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Mali: Peace negotiations proceed despite obstacles ahead of July 28 elections
African Union mediators failed Wednesday to convince Mali's interim president to sign a deal with northern Tuareg rebels that would pave the way for nationwide elections next month, with the talks now expected to take several more days.
"We hope to secure a deal within days," Pierre Buyoya, former Burundian president and head of the African Union mediators, said Wednesday.
Rebels from the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA) and a smaller group, who want autonomy for
"We hope to secure a deal within days," Pierre Buyoya, former Burundian president and head of the African Union mediators, said Wednesday.
Rebels from the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad (MNLA) and a smaller group, who want autonomy for
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Kenya: Protesters and civil society score big win - force legislators to take pay cut
Kenyans protesting against salary demands of their legislators. PHOTO/Thomas Mukoya/Reuters
(Reuters) - Kenyan members of parliament, among the best paid in Africa, have bowed to public anger by accepting their first pay cut - but only in exchange for a tax-free car grant, pensions and extra allowances, officials said on Wednesday.
The announcement of the reduction - to around Ksh 6.38 million (approximately US$75,000) a year from the US$120,000 members of the last parliament earned -
(Reuters) - Kenyan members of parliament, among the best paid in Africa, have bowed to public anger by accepting their first pay cut - but only in exchange for a tax-free car grant, pensions and extra allowances, officials said on Wednesday.
The announcement of the reduction - to around Ksh 6.38 million (approximately US$75,000) a year from the US$120,000 members of the last parliament earned -
Tiger Woods back on top of sports earnings list - Forbes
Tiger Woods acknowledges the crowd during the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament, Sunday March 24, 2013. PHOTO/Phelan M. Ebenhack
Tiger Woods, whose four wins this season have seen him return to the top of golf's world rankings, is also back on top of Forbes' list of highest-paid sports figures.
An article posted on the magazine's website this week gives the rundown of the 2013 list, which will appear in the June 24 issue.
Woods had topped the Forbes list from 2001-2011 --
Tiger Woods, whose four wins this season have seen him return to the top of golf's world rankings, is also back on top of Forbes' list of highest-paid sports figures.
An article posted on the magazine's website this week gives the rundown of the 2013 list, which will appear in the June 24 issue.
Woods had topped the Forbes list from 2001-2011 --
South Africa: Nelson Mandela responding to treatment
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
Former President Nelson Mandela began responding better to treatment Wednesday morning for a recurring lung infection following "a difficult last few days," South Africa's president said.
Mandela spent a fifth straight day Wednesday in a Pretoria hospital, where he was visited by one of his daughters and two granddaughters.
Incumbent president, Jacob Zuma noted that Wednesday marked the 49th anniversary of the
Former President Nelson Mandela began responding better to treatment Wednesday morning for a recurring lung infection following "a difficult last few days," South Africa's president said.
Mandela spent a fifth straight day Wednesday in a Pretoria hospital, where he was visited by one of his daughters and two granddaughters.
Incumbent president, Jacob Zuma noted that Wednesday marked the 49th anniversary of the
Haiti holds Italy to a 2-2 draw
Haiti's Peterson Joseph (l) and Italy's Claudio Marchisio tussle for the ball during the friendly game between Haiti and Italy, June 11, 2013. PHOTO/Felipe Dana
(Reuters) - Italy were embarrassed by Haiti on Tuesday as the Caribbean side scored two goals in the last five minutes to secure a 2-2 draw in a friendly despite falling behind after 19 seconds.
Haiti's players, who gave Spain a few frights before losing 2-1 to the world champions at the weekend, celebrated deliriously on the
(Reuters) - Italy were embarrassed by Haiti on Tuesday as the Caribbean side scored two goals in the last five minutes to secure a 2-2 draw in a friendly despite falling behind after 19 seconds.
Haiti's players, who gave Spain a few frights before losing 2-1 to the world champions at the weekend, celebrated deliriously on the
North American Idiosyncrasies
Have the luxuries in North America managed to make the people here soft in the head?
This is the kind of question many in Africa or the Caribbean may ask themselves on hearing some of things Americans and Canadians, for example, complain about. And to be honest, as an editorial board mostly made up of Afro Caribbean born individuals, we cannot help but shake our heads in utter shock. What are the Americans complaining about now? Well ... It seems as though one of their own - a man called
This is the kind of question many in Africa or the Caribbean may ask themselves on hearing some of things Americans and Canadians, for example, complain about. And to be honest, as an editorial board mostly made up of Afro Caribbean born individuals, we cannot help but shake our heads in utter shock. What are the Americans complaining about now? Well ... It seems as though one of their own - a man called
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
New York & New Jersey minority supplier Development Council 2013 Business Opportunity Expo June 19-20
Cheryl Pearson-McNeil, senior VP Public Affairs & Government Relations at The Nielsen Company to deliver keynote address
(PRNewswire-USNewswire) - The New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council's 2013 Business Opportunity Expo, considered New York City's top conference on corporations outsourcing to multicultural businesses, will be held from June 19-20 at the New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway in Manhattan.
The Expo's theme, The Minority-Majority: A New Value
(PRNewswire-USNewswire) - The New York & New Jersey Minority Supplier Development Council's 2013 Business Opportunity Expo, considered New York City's top conference on corporations outsourcing to multicultural businesses, will be held from June 19-20 at the New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway in Manhattan.
The Expo's theme, The Minority-Majority: A New Value
South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation acquires a 1.5 % stake in Dangote Industries
Aliko Dangote, founder and CEO Dangote Group/Industries
(Reuters) - Dangote Industries, majority shareholder in Dangote Cement, on Monday sold 1.5 percent of its stake in Nigeria’s biggest listed firm to South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation for US$ 289.3 million.
Renaissance Capital, broker to the deal, said Dangote Industries sold 1.5 percent of its 95 percent stake in Africa’s biggest cement producer at 179 naira (US$1.12) per share.
Dangote Cement shares, which
(Reuters) - Dangote Industries, majority shareholder in Dangote Cement, on Monday sold 1.5 percent of its stake in Nigeria’s biggest listed firm to South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation for US$ 289.3 million.
Renaissance Capital, broker to the deal, said Dangote Industries sold 1.5 percent of its 95 percent stake in Africa’s biggest cement producer at 179 naira (US$1.12) per share.
Dangote Cement shares, which
Haiti: Bernice Fidelia, Minister of Haitians Living Overseas resigns from cabinet
Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe's office says that a cabinet member has resigned amid charges she's American.
The departure of Bernice Fidelia (pictured), the outgoing Minister of Haitians Living Overseas, comes after lawmakers said she is an American citizen, a charge that hasn't been confirmed. Sen. Joseph Joel John says he has the number of Fidelia's U.S. passport and information about when she became an American.
Lamonthe's office didn't comment on Fidelia's citizenship in a
The departure of Bernice Fidelia (pictured), the outgoing Minister of Haitians Living Overseas, comes after lawmakers said she is an American citizen, a charge that hasn't been confirmed. Sen. Joseph Joel John says he has the number of Fidelia's U.S. passport and information about when she became an American.
Lamonthe's office didn't comment on Fidelia's citizenship in a
Oprah Winfrey donates $12 million towards the new African American Museum
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey is giving US$12 million to a museum being built on Washington's National Mall that will document African American history, officials said Tuesday.
The media mogul and former talk-show host previously gave US$1 million to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the museum says her US$13 million total contribution is its largest to date. As a result, the museum's 350-seat theater will be named after Winfrey, who is also a member of
Oprah Winfrey is giving US$12 million to a museum being built on Washington's National Mall that will document African American history, officials said Tuesday.
The media mogul and former talk-show host previously gave US$1 million to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the museum says her US$13 million total contribution is its largest to date. As a result, the museum's 350-seat theater will be named after Winfrey, who is also a member of
Maurice Cheeks becomes the new Head Coach of the Detroit Pistons
Maurice Cheeks. PHOTO/File
Maurice Cheeks is getting a third shot to be an NBA head coach.
The Detroit Pistons are desperately hoping he makes the most of the opportunity he was given Monday, when they announced the hiring and did not disclose the length of his deal.
Cheeks was 284-286 in the regular season and 5-11 during three postseasons while leading the Portland Trail Blazers and Philadelphia 76ers, a team he helped win an NBA title as a point guard.
''After spending some
Maurice Cheeks is getting a third shot to be an NBA head coach.
The Detroit Pistons are desperately hoping he makes the most of the opportunity he was given Monday, when they announced the hiring and did not disclose the length of his deal.
Cheeks was 284-286 in the regular season and 5-11 during three postseasons while leading the Portland Trail Blazers and Philadelphia 76ers, a team he helped win an NBA title as a point guard.
''After spending some
Nigeria's Guaranty Trust Bank sees profit at $129 million - a drop from $137 million in the same period last year
(Reuters) - Nigeria's Guaranty Trust Bank said on Tuesday it expected its pretax profit for the third quarter to hit 20.7 billion naira (US$129 million), compared with 21.9 billion naira (US$137 million) in the same period last year.
The lender said gross earnings will be 41.25 billion naira (US$259 million) in the three-months to September 2013, down 42 percent from 70.52 billion naira (US$442 million) in the same period a year ago, it said in a filing with the Nigerian Stock
The lender said gross earnings will be 41.25 billion naira (US$259 million) in the three-months to September 2013, down 42 percent from 70.52 billion naira (US$442 million) in the same period a year ago, it said in a filing with the Nigerian Stock
Antigua & Barbuda will not re-engage with the IMF - Finance Minister
The Spencer administration in Antigua & Barbuda, has revealed that it does not have any intention of re-engaging the International Monetary Fund (IMF), even after the Washington-based financial institution said the twin-island nation had successfully completed a multi-million dollar Stand By Agreement despite "considerable challenges".
However, the Finance minister, Harold Lovell indicated that Antigua & Barbuda would "maintain a relationship" with the IMF.
"I have said it before in
However, the Finance minister, Harold Lovell indicated that Antigua & Barbuda would "maintain a relationship" with the IMF.
"I have said it before in
South Africa: Nation readies to bid Nelson Mandela farewell
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
Nelson Mandela's lengthy absence from the spotlight has forced his adoring country to envisage what their hard-won and often fraught multi-racial democracy means without the man who forged it.
The beloved and frail 94-year-old, who is back in hospital with a lung infection, still embodies for most South Africans the "Rainbow Nation" he strived for despite endless persecution at the hands of white apartheid
Nelson Mandela's lengthy absence from the spotlight has forced his adoring country to envisage what their hard-won and often fraught multi-racial democracy means without the man who forged it.
The beloved and frail 94-year-old, who is back in hospital with a lung infection, still embodies for most South Africans the "Rainbow Nation" he strived for despite endless persecution at the hands of white apartheid
Monday, June 10, 2013
ASPiRE TV places spotlight on fatherhood in the African American community this Father's Day
(Black PR Wire) – Atlanta, Georgia – This Father’s Day, ASPiRE will feature special programming that showcases a range of fathers and reflections on fatherhood. “Cos-A-Thon,” a marathon of classic “The Bill Cosby Show” episodes, at 4-8 p.m. EDT leads into the world television premiere of the critically-acclaimed, conversation-starting documentary From Fatherless To Fatherhood, which thoughtfully explores the impact of missing fathers in the African-American community. From
Styles by Niché presents "The Passionate Life"
Styles by Niché, a Toronto-based social enterprise, which was co-founded by one of our own, Christopher Duff, will be hosting a workshop called "The Passionate Life". At its core, its designed to teach you how to live a passionate life. It will look at what passion really is, how it is more than just a term for the feel gooders but actually comes from the Latin root 'pati' meaning 'to suffer'. You will learn what goes on in the brain of a passionate person and what makes them so resilient
Ashifi Gogo, founder and CEO of Sproxil honored by White House for innovation
Ashifi Gogo, founder and CEO Sproxil
Ghanaian entrepreneur, Ashifi Gogo was on May 29, 2013 honored at a White House ceremony along with other innovators for his contribution in helping create jobs, boosting the U.S. economy and working to "make the world a better place".
Gogo is the founder and CEO of Sproxil, a Mobile Product Authentication (MPA) company which enables consumers verify the authenticity of prescription drugs before purchase by using a mobile phone and free text
Ghanaian entrepreneur, Ashifi Gogo was on May 29, 2013 honored at a White House ceremony along with other innovators for his contribution in helping create jobs, boosting the U.S. economy and working to "make the world a better place".
Gogo is the founder and CEO of Sproxil, a Mobile Product Authentication (MPA) company which enables consumers verify the authenticity of prescription drugs before purchase by using a mobile phone and free text
Digicel starts campaign to support Caribbean Premier League
Digicel, sponsor of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL T20), has launched a marketing campaign in support of the T20 cricket tournament.
The campaign went live with the launch of Digicel’s “Play Your Part” Facebook competition where fans can win the chance to either present the “Man of the Match” award or conduct the coin toss for the opening Caribbean Premier League T20 games which will be held in the six host countries including: Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica,
The campaign went live with the launch of Digicel’s “Play Your Part” Facebook competition where fans can win the chance to either present the “Man of the Match” award or conduct the coin toss for the opening Caribbean Premier League T20 games which will be held in the six host countries including: Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica,
Syria: Obama to decide whether to provide Assad opponents with air support later this week
Moved by the Assad regime's rapid advance, the Obama administration could decide this week to approve lethal aid for the beleaguered Syrian rebels and will weigh the merits of a less likely move to send in U.S. airpower to enforce a no-fly zone over the civil war-wracked nation, officials said Sunday.
White House meetings are planned over the coming days, as Syrian President Bashar Assad's government forces are apparently poised for an attack on the key city of Homs, which could cut
White House meetings are planned over the coming days, as Syrian President Bashar Assad's government forces are apparently poised for an attack on the key city of Homs, which could cut
Kenya Airways stock plunges ahead of data predicting loss
Kenya Airways Ltd., Africa’s third-largest airline, retreated to the lowest in more than three months on speculation that its full-year loss may be larger than initially estimated.
The stock dropped as much as 9.1 percent and closed down 1.8 percent at Ksh10.80 shillings (US$ 0.127) in Nairobi, the capital, the lowest since March 7.
Almost 500,000 shares were traded, equal to 1.1 times the three-month daily average volume.
Kenya Airways reported in November a first-half loss of
The stock dropped as much as 9.1 percent and closed down 1.8 percent at Ksh10.80 shillings (US$ 0.127) in Nairobi, the capital, the lowest since March 7.
Almost 500,000 shares were traded, equal to 1.1 times the three-month daily average volume.
Kenya Airways reported in November a first-half loss of
Zimmerman trial for Trayvon Martin murder commences with jury selection
Trayvon Martin. PHOTO/Martin Family/AP
The murder trial begins Monday for George Zimmerman, the volunteer night watchman who fatally shot an unarmed black teenager, Trayvon Martin, sparking protests across the United States and claims of racial profiling.
The trial, expected to last at least a month, began with jury selection at 9 am EST in the Seminole County Courthouse in central Florida, near where the crime took place on a rainy night in February 2012.
George Zimmerman, now 29,
The murder trial begins Monday for George Zimmerman, the volunteer night watchman who fatally shot an unarmed black teenager, Trayvon Martin, sparking protests across the United States and claims of racial profiling.
The trial, expected to last at least a month, began with jury selection at 9 am EST in the Seminole County Courthouse in central Florida, near where the crime took place on a rainy night in February 2012.
George Zimmerman, now 29,
New administration in the Cayman Islands commits to a Global Tax Convention
The new administration in the Cayman Islands, has announced it is prepared to commit to an international tax convention.
“The Cayman Islands Government today announced that it is prepared to commit to the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters,” according to a statement.
Also, ahead of the Group of Eight meeting in Northern Ireland on 17-18 June, the government said it has accepted invitations from British prime minister David Cameron to attend two events on
“The Cayman Islands Government today announced that it is prepared to commit to the Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters,” according to a statement.
Also, ahead of the Group of Eight meeting in Northern Ireland on 17-18 June, the government said it has accepted invitations from British prime minister David Cameron to attend two events on
Sunday, June 9, 2013
New Jersey Mayor Cory Booker announces Senate bid
Newark Mayor Cory Booker. PHOTO/File
Newark Mayor Cory Booker on Saturday formally announced he’s in the race to finish the U.S. Senate term of the late Frank Lautenberg.
The 44-year-old Democrat made his candidacy official at a news conference Saturday in Newark, New Jersey’s largest city. He was joined by former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley, a former pro basketball player who for 18 years held the seat Booker is seeking.
Bradley, who endorsed Booker, called him “the right person
Newark Mayor Cory Booker on Saturday formally announced he’s in the race to finish the U.S. Senate term of the late Frank Lautenberg.
The 44-year-old Democrat made his candidacy official at a news conference Saturday in Newark, New Jersey’s largest city. He was joined by former U.S. Sen. Bill Bradley, a former pro basketball player who for 18 years held the seat Booker is seeking.
Bradley, who endorsed Booker, called him “the right person
South Africa: Nelson Mandela in hospital - condition "serious but stable"
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
Former South African President Nelson Mandela was receiving medical treatment for a lung infection on Sunday after spending a second night in a hospital.
There was no official update on 94-year-old Mandela's condition, described in a government statement on Saturday as "serious but stable."
The anti-apartheid pro-democracy icon, has now been taken to a hospital four times since December, with the last discharge
Former South African President Nelson Mandela was receiving medical treatment for a lung infection on Sunday after spending a second night in a hospital.
There was no official update on 94-year-old Mandela's condition, described in a government statement on Saturday as "serious but stable."
The anti-apartheid pro-democracy icon, has now been taken to a hospital four times since December, with the last discharge
Saturday, June 8, 2013
Serena Williams wins the 2013 French Open
A victorious Serena Williams hold aloft the trophy, after winning the 2013 French Open, Saturday June 8, 2013. PHOTO/Michel Spingler/AP
Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-4 in a high-quality final to seal her second French Open title, 11 years after her first triumph at Roland Garros.
It was the 31-year-old American's 16th Grand Slam title victory, taking her to within two of Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova who are tied for fourth on the all-time list.
And it
Serena Williams beat Maria Sharapova 6-4, 6-4 in a high-quality final to seal her second French Open title, 11 years after her first triumph at Roland Garros.
It was the 31-year-old American's 16th Grand Slam title victory, taking her to within two of Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova who are tied for fourth on the all-time list.
And it
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Ghana arrests 161 Chinese suspected of illegally mining gold - deportations in process
Chinese citizens arrested earlier this week for illegal gold mining in Ghana are to be deported, a spokesman for the country's immigration service said last night.
Ghanaian authorities raided areas near mines where Chinese live and detained 161 people, the Chinese Embassy in Accra said on its website. They are suspected of illegally mining gold in the resource-rich West African country.
Reports of Chinese workers being caught by Ghanaian authorities on suspicion of such activities
Ghanaian authorities raided areas near mines where Chinese live and detained 161 people, the Chinese Embassy in Accra said on its website. They are suspected of illegally mining gold in the resource-rich West African country.
Reports of Chinese workers being caught by Ghanaian authorities on suspicion of such activities
French Open 2013: Serena Williams advances to finals
Serena Williams
Serena Williams reached the French Open final for the first time since 2002 when she beat Sara Errani 6-0, 6-1 Thursday.
The No. 1-ranked Williams' opponent Saturday will be defending champion Maria Sharapova, who defeated Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 2-6, 6-4.
Against Errani, the runner-up last year, Williams took control by winning 26 of 34 points in the opening set. The match was 37 minutes old before Errani won a game, and the crowd responded with a roar as the
Serena Williams reached the French Open final for the first time since 2002 when she beat Sara Errani 6-0, 6-1 Thursday.
The No. 1-ranked Williams' opponent Saturday will be defending champion Maria Sharapova, who defeated Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 2-6, 6-4.
Against Errani, the runner-up last year, Williams took control by winning 26 of 34 points in the opening set. The match was 37 minutes old before Errani won a game, and the crowd responded with a roar as the
Caribbean is open for business - as officials aggressively tout tourism and investment opportunities in the region
Senior Caribbean tourism officials are hoping for a turn-around in fortunes as the region Wednesday continued efforts to lure visitors to its shores.
“We are truly convinced that high tide floats all boats and together by marketing the region collectively is extremely important,” Chairperson of the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Beverly Nicholson-Doty told reporters.
She spoke as delegates attended the Caribbean Investment Forum that forms part of the
“We are truly convinced that high tide floats all boats and together by marketing the region collectively is extremely important,” Chairperson of the Barbados-based Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) Beverly Nicholson-Doty told reporters.
She spoke as delegates attended the Caribbean Investment Forum that forms part of the
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
Israel in process of rounding up thousands of African migrants ahead of deportation
A South Sudanese boy holds onto the arm of an Israeli aid worker as he boards a bus at the south Tel Aviv bus station to be delivered to Ben Gurion Airport, 17 June 2012, as Israel deports hundreds of African migrants. PHOTO/Jim Hollander/EPA
Israel is in the process of sending thousands of African migrants to an unidentified country, according to a court document obtained Monday, a plan that has elicited criticism over its potential harm to the migrants.
Many Israelis believe that
Israel is in the process of sending thousands of African migrants to an unidentified country, according to a court document obtained Monday, a plan that has elicited criticism over its potential harm to the migrants.
Many Israelis believe that
Lucie Tondreau becomes Mayor of North Miami
Lucie Tondreau
Lucie Tondreau has been voted North Miami's first every Haitian-American mayor.
She defeated her nearest opponent Kevin Burns with 55.7 percent of the vote with all precincts reporting.
Tondreau will replace outgoing mayor Andre Pierre who has stepped down after a successful 4 year term.
Read more: The Miami
Lucie Tondreau has been voted North Miami's first every Haitian-American mayor.
She defeated her nearest opponent Kevin Burns with 55.7 percent of the vote with all precincts reporting.
Tondreau will replace outgoing mayor Andre Pierre who has stepped down after a successful 4 year term.
Read more: The Miami
Google Kenya launches turn-by-turn navigation in the country - maybe extended to region
Owners of smart phones in Kenya will now be able to enjoy an advanced version of Google Maps following the launch of the application's turn-by-turn navigation feature.
The turn-by-turn navigation feature, demonstrated to journalists by software technicians at Google Kenya, allows a user to move from one location to the next with accuracy as the information giant has integrated more data on roads within the capital Nairobi, and the country as a whole.
"We have 75 percent of all roads
The turn-by-turn navigation feature, demonstrated to journalists by software technicians at Google Kenya, allows a user to move from one location to the next with accuracy as the information giant has integrated more data on roads within the capital Nairobi, and the country as a whole.
"We have 75 percent of all roads
Briefing on the State of Afro-Caribbean Aspects
A Group of ACP Country Delegates - Courtesy of the World Bank
Just last week, in what was termed 'the first official high-level structured dialogue between the Caribbean Community leaders and Obama's administration,' U.S. Vice President Joseph Biden signed a trade and investment agreement with 16 island and low-lying coastal states. On May 28, 2013, more than 15 million people and their countries could take advantage of an 85% tariff elimination on goods and services coming from
Just last week, in what was termed 'the first official high-level structured dialogue between the Caribbean Community leaders and Obama's administration,' U.S. Vice President Joseph Biden signed a trade and investment agreement with 16 island and low-lying coastal states. On May 28, 2013, more than 15 million people and their countries could take advantage of an 85% tariff elimination on goods and services coming from
Cayman Islands: Premier McLaughlin names his cabinet
Newly elected Premier of the Cayman Islands, Alden McLaughlin (pictured), has finalized his cabinet and the allocation of duties for his new ministers.
The complete cabinet list is as follows:
- Alden McLaughlin: Premier and Minister in charge of Home and Community affairs.
- Moses Kirkconnell: Deputy Premier and Minister in charge of
District Administration, Tourism and Transport.
- Marco Archer: Minister in charge of Minister of Finance and Economic Development
- Wayne Panton:
The complete cabinet list is as follows:
- Alden McLaughlin: Premier and Minister in charge of Home and Community affairs.
- Moses Kirkconnell: Deputy Premier and Minister in charge of
District Administration, Tourism and Transport.
- Marco Archer: Minister in charge of Minister of Finance and Economic Development
- Wayne Panton:
Obama to appoint Susan Rice as National Security Adviser
Ambassador Susan Rice. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama plans to appoint U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice as his national security adviser, replacing Tom Donilon, who is resigning, a White House official said on Wednesday, in a major change in his foreign policy team.
Obama plans to make the appointment, first reported by the New York Times, later on Wednesday.
He also will nominate Samantha Power - a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, former White House
(Reuters) - President Barack Obama plans to appoint U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice as his national security adviser, replacing Tom Donilon, who is resigning, a White House official said on Wednesday, in a major change in his foreign policy team.
Obama plans to make the appointment, first reported by the New York Times, later on Wednesday.
He also will nominate Samantha Power - a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, former White House
Nigeria: Boko Haram, Jama'atu Ansaru declared terrorist organizations
Nigeria has formally declared the Boko Haram Islamist sect and Jama'atu Ansaru, its suspected offshoot, "terrorist" groups and issued a law to ban them, a presidential statement said on Tuesday.
"President Goodluck Jonathan has formally approved the proscription of Boko Haram and authorized the gazetting of an order declaring the group's activities illegal and acts of terrorism," said the statement from his office.
The ban "affects both Boko Haram (Jamaatu Ahlis-Sunna Liddaawati Wal
"President Goodluck Jonathan has formally approved the proscription of Boko Haram and authorized the gazetting of an order declaring the group's activities illegal and acts of terrorism," said the statement from his office.
The ban "affects both Boko Haram (Jamaatu Ahlis-Sunna Liddaawati Wal
Tuesday, June 4, 2013
Cable Bahamas gets people talking with Sigma Systems
(Marketwired) - Sigma Systems, the leader in catalog-driven service fulfillment solutions, announced today that Cable Bahamas, a leading communications provider and first to offer Triple Play services to the Bahamas, has deployed the Sigma Systems Provisioning Solutions for the fulfillment of its residential voice services throughout Nassau, Grand Bahamas, Abaco and Eleuthera.
Sigma's service fulfillment solutions enable Cable Bahamas to automate the provisioning of its SIP-based
Sigma's service fulfillment solutions enable Cable Bahamas to automate the provisioning of its SIP-based
Obama nominates 3 to US appeals court- challenges Republicans to approve his picks
U.S. President Barack Obama and his judicial nominees. PHOTO/Evan Vucci/AP
Issuing a forceful challenge to Senate Republicans, President Barack Obama nominated three judges to the influential federal appeals court in Washington, declaring that the GOP has "cynically used Senate rules and procedures" to delay and block past nominees.
"What I'm doing today is my job; I need the Senate to do its job," he said as he announced his nomination of Patricia Ann Millett, Cornelia Pillard and
Issuing a forceful challenge to Senate Republicans, President Barack Obama nominated three judges to the influential federal appeals court in Washington, declaring that the GOP has "cynically used Senate rules and procedures" to delay and block past nominees.
"What I'm doing today is my job; I need the Senate to do its job," he said as he announced his nomination of Patricia Ann Millett, Cornelia Pillard and
Kirani James concedes defeat to LaShawn Merritt - blames loss to tactical error
A jubilant Kirani James of Grenada after winning the 400m gold at the London 2012 Olympic Games. PHOTO/Getty Images
World and Olympic 400 meter champion Kirani James has conceded that it was a tactical error which cost him a first win over the former World and Olympic champion LaShawn Merritt at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday.
Merritt continued his unbeaten run against James on home soil to win the Prefontaine Classic in a season’s best 44.32 seconds.
James
World and Olympic 400 meter champion Kirani James has conceded that it was a tactical error which cost him a first win over the former World and Olympic champion LaShawn Merritt at the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon on Saturday.
Merritt continued his unbeaten run against James on home soil to win the Prefontaine Classic in a season’s best 44.32 seconds.
James
French Open 2013: Serena Williams, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga advance to semi-finals
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga hits a return to Roger Federer at their quarterfinal match of the French Open, Tuesday June 4, 2013. PHOTO/Gonzalo Fuentes/Reuters
(AP) - Serena Williams came from behind in the third set Tuesday and advanced to the French Open semifinals for the first time since 2003 when she defeated Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-1, 3-6, 6-3.
Against Kuznetsova, Williams overcame an inconsistent serve, erratic groundstrokes and a 2-love deficit in the final set, winning five consecutive
(AP) - Serena Williams came from behind in the third set Tuesday and advanced to the French Open semifinals for the first time since 2003 when she defeated Svetlana Kuznetsova 6-1, 3-6, 6-3.
Against Kuznetsova, Williams overcame an inconsistent serve, erratic groundstrokes and a 2-love deficit in the final set, winning five consecutive
Growing middle class in Africa driving up business - attracting investment
African middle class family in Lusaka, Zambia. PHOTO/Georgina Smith/The Guardian
“African consumers want the same as consumers elsewhere – a mobile phone..."
Consumption of goods and services has grown in Africa - now comprising two-thirds of its gross domestic product (GDP) - amid a rapidly expanding middle class, which has tripled over the last 30 years to 313 million in 2010. A reflection of higher wages and increased access to technology, the middle class is expected to grow
“African consumers want the same as consumers elsewhere – a mobile phone..."
Consumption of goods and services has grown in Africa - now comprising two-thirds of its gross domestic product (GDP) - amid a rapidly expanding middle class, which has tripled over the last 30 years to 313 million in 2010. A reflection of higher wages and increased access to technology, the middle class is expected to grow
Former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele to consider running for Governor in Maryland
Former Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele. PHOTO/File
Former Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele says he is considering running for governor in Maryland.
Steele, who also is a former chairman of the Republican National Committee, told MSNBC host Chuck Todd on Monday that "we're looking at it," when asked if he was weighing a run.
Steele noted tax increases in recent years under Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley's administration. Steele says: "I think we can move the
Former Maryland Lt. Gov. Michael Steele says he is considering running for governor in Maryland.
Steele, who also is a former chairman of the Republican National Committee, told MSNBC host Chuck Todd on Monday that "we're looking at it," when asked if he was weighing a run.
Steele noted tax increases in recent years under Democratic Gov. Martin O'Malley's administration. Steele says: "I think we can move the
CARICOM leaders under pressure to support LIAT airline
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders are being urged to support a loan application by the regional airline LIAT (Leeward Islands Air Transport) for funds to undertake a re-fleeting exercise so as to sustain its operations and improve services.
A CARICOM Secretariat statement said that regional transport ministers, who met in St Vincent & the Grenadines last week, have agreed to put forward to the regional leaders a proposal that they support the LIAT loan application to the
A CARICOM Secretariat statement said that regional transport ministers, who met in St Vincent & the Grenadines last week, have agreed to put forward to the regional leaders a proposal that they support the LIAT loan application to the
South Africa: “Blade Runner” Pistorius murder trial postponed until August
Double amputee Oscar Pistorius of South Africa at the London 2012 Olympic Games. PHOTO/Olivier Morin/AFP/GettyImages
(Reuters) - A South African judge on Tuesday postponed until August 19 the murder trial of star athlete Oscar Pistorius, who has been charged with shooting dead his girlfriend on Valentine's Day.
Pistorius, 26, had to make his way through a scrum of photographers and reporters as he made his first formal public appearance since his release on bail in February.
The
(Reuters) - A South African judge on Tuesday postponed until August 19 the murder trial of star athlete Oscar Pistorius, who has been charged with shooting dead his girlfriend on Valentine's Day.
Pistorius, 26, had to make his way through a scrum of photographers and reporters as he made his first formal public appearance since his release on bail in February.
The
Monday, June 3, 2013
Ethiopian Airlines looking to purchase or lease more Dreamliners
Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner. IMAGE/Boeing
(Reuters) - Ethiopian Airlines plans to buy or lease up to six more 787 Dreamliner passenger jets by 2018 as it adds routes to Asia and South America, its chief executive told reporters.
"We are looking at another five or six by 2017/18. We always maintain a 60/40 percent balance, with 60 percent owned and 40 percent leased," Tewolde Gebremariam said on the sidelines of a global airline industry conference.
A long-time Boeing
(Reuters) - Ethiopian Airlines plans to buy or lease up to six more 787 Dreamliner passenger jets by 2018 as it adds routes to Asia and South America, its chief executive told reporters.
"We are looking at another five or six by 2017/18. We always maintain a 60/40 percent balance, with 60 percent owned and 40 percent leased," Tewolde Gebremariam said on the sidelines of a global airline industry conference.
A long-time Boeing
Historically black college - St. Paul's college to close
St. Paul's College has informed an accreditation association the historically black college is closing.
President Belle S. Wheeler of the Southeastern Association of Colleges and Schools' Commission on Colleges said the college alerted the commission of its plans.
St. Paul's officials could not be reached over the weekend and the school's website did not indicate it was closing.
Founded in 1888, the school had been struggling financially and it was denied accreditation by Wheeler's
President Belle S. Wheeler of the Southeastern Association of Colleges and Schools' Commission on Colleges said the college alerted the commission of its plans.
St. Paul's officials could not be reached over the weekend and the school's website did not indicate it was closing.
Founded in 1888, the school had been struggling financially and it was denied accreditation by Wheeler's
Haiti: Conference to develop mining industry underway
A drill worker listens for the bit, hundreds of feet underground, during exploratory drilling for minerals and metals Haiti. PHOTO/Dieu Nalio Chery/AP
(AP) - Haiti is bringing in mining experts from around the world in hopes of developing the precious metals industry in the country.
Until last year, few knew that Haiti had precious minerals underground. Two mining companies have begun drilling for gold, copper and silver in the country’s northeastern mountains. They say testing
(AP) - Haiti is bringing in mining experts from around the world in hopes of developing the precious metals industry in the country.
Until last year, few knew that Haiti had precious minerals underground. Two mining companies have begun drilling for gold, copper and silver in the country’s northeastern mountains. They say testing
A net worth of $20 billion places Aliko Dangote among the 25 richest people in the world
Aliko Dangote, President, Founder and Chief Executive of Nigeria's Dangote Group speaks during the final session of the World Economic Forum on Africa. PHOTO/Mike Hutchings/Reuters
Nigerian billionaire, and the world's richest black man Aliko Dangote has become the first entrepreneur of African descent to lay claim to a US$20 billion fortune as the stock value of his largest holding, Dangote Cement, leaped just about three-fourths since March when Forbes released its annual ranking of
Nigerian billionaire, and the world's richest black man Aliko Dangote has become the first entrepreneur of African descent to lay claim to a US$20 billion fortune as the stock value of his largest holding, Dangote Cement, leaped just about three-fourths since March when Forbes released its annual ranking of
Breast Cancer more prevalent in black women than previously thought - study
Researchers have found that gene flaws that raise the risk of breast cancer in black women may be behind more cases of the disease in black woman than previously thought.
A study of 250 African American breast cancer patients from Chicago found that about one-fifth of them had one of these faulty genes.
A mutation in one of the BRCA genes recently led actress Angelina Jolie to have preventive surgery to remove her breasts.
Doctors say genetic counseling should be offered to black
A study of 250 African American breast cancer patients from Chicago found that about one-fifth of them had one of these faulty genes.
A mutation in one of the BRCA genes recently led actress Angelina Jolie to have preventive surgery to remove her breasts.
Doctors say genetic counseling should be offered to black
Bond restructuring, debt swaps have failed to spur economic growth in Caribbean - Moody's
Moody’s Investors Service - a major international credit rating agency has revealed that three bond restructurings in the Caribbean this year, totaling about US$9.7 billion, have still failed to ignite economic growth and may not help the region avoid more defaults.
According to Moody’s, the bond swaps this year did not go far enough to fixing the Caribbean’s “unsustainable” mix of debt and deficits.
It said, among Caribbean island-nation economies, only The Bahamas is
According to Moody’s, the bond swaps this year did not go far enough to fixing the Caribbean’s “unsustainable” mix of debt and deficits.
It said, among Caribbean island-nation economies, only The Bahamas is
Kenyan company, JamboPay wins top Google innovation prize
Kenyan electronic payment firm JamboPay has won a Google innovation award for financial services.
The five-year-old company provides a payment service that integrates mobile money and payment card technology. It has a customer base of 600 businesses locally and has expanded to the Tanzanian, Senegalese and Dutch markets.
Development of e-commerce in Kenya has faced various challenges, including the lack of reliable payment systems. JamboPay won because of its innovative approach to
The five-year-old company provides a payment service that integrates mobile money and payment card technology. It has a customer base of 600 businesses locally and has expanded to the Tanzanian, Senegalese and Dutch markets.
Development of e-commerce in Kenya has faced various challenges, including the lack of reliable payment systems. JamboPay won because of its innovative approach to
Sunday, June 2, 2013
Zimbabwe: Presidential and general elections to be held by July 31 - Mugabe
Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe said on Sunday he will abide by a court ruling to hold crucial elections before the end of July despite objections from his rivals.
Mugabe told the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corp. traveling with him on trip to Japan he will convene polls "not later than July 31," state radio reported.
The Constitutional Court, the nation's highest court, on Friday chided Mugabe for not calling elections linked to the dissolution of the parliament at the end of its
Mugabe told the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corp. traveling with him on trip to Japan he will convene polls "not later than July 31," state radio reported.
The Constitutional Court, the nation's highest court, on Friday chided Mugabe for not calling elections linked to the dissolution of the parliament at the end of its
French Open 2013: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga advances to the quarterfinals
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga reached the French Open quarterfinals by beating Viktor Troicki of Serbia 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday.
The sixth-seeded Frenchman converted four of 11 breakpoints, held every service game, and clinched victory with a clipped volley at the net.
Tsonga is the last Frenchman to reach a Grand Slam final, losing to Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in 2008.
He has yet to drop a set in the tournament and has only been taken to one tiebreaker so
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga reached the French Open quarterfinals by beating Viktor Troicki of Serbia 6-3, 6-3, 6-3 on Sunday.
The sixth-seeded Frenchman converted four of 11 breakpoints, held every service game, and clinched victory with a clipped volley at the net.
Tsonga is the last Frenchman to reach a Grand Slam final, losing to Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in 2008.
He has yet to drop a set in the tournament and has only been taken to one tiebreaker so
French Open 2013: Serena Williams storms into the quartefinals
Serena Williams urges herself on whilst in action against Roberta Vinci. PHOTO/David Josek/AP
Serena Williams earned a berth in the French Open quarterfinals and extended her career-best winning streak to 28 matches by beating No. 15-seeded Roberta Vinci 6-1, 6-3.
It was her toughest test of the first week, but she swept the last 10 points and has lost only 10 games through four rounds.
"I just want every point," Williams said. "Every match I'm really focused for the whole period
Serena Williams earned a berth in the French Open quarterfinals and extended her career-best winning streak to 28 matches by beating No. 15-seeded Roberta Vinci 6-1, 6-3.
It was her toughest test of the first week, but she swept the last 10 points and has lost only 10 games through four rounds.
"I just want every point," Williams said. "Every match I'm really focused for the whole period
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Masai Ujiri becomes GM of the Toronto Raptors
Masai Ujiri. PHOTO/Getty Images
Masai Ujiri has been named the General Manager of the NBA's Toronto Rapters.
Ujiri, 42,becomes the first African-born general manager of a North American major league sports team.
He has been considering the Toronto offer for a week and finally informed the team of his decision on Friday. His contract with the Denver Nuggets – whom he rebuilt into a Western Conference contender in the post-Carmelo Anthony era – expires on June 30. The Denver
Masai Ujiri has been named the General Manager of the NBA's Toronto Rapters.
Ujiri, 42,becomes the first African-born general manager of a North American major league sports team.
He has been considering the Toronto offer for a week and finally informed the team of his decision on Friday. His contract with the Denver Nuggets – whom he rebuilt into a Western Conference contender in the post-Carmelo Anthony era – expires on June 30. The Denver
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