Serena Williams with the Sony Open trophy. PHOTO/EPA
Serena Williams defeated Maria Sharapova 4-6, 6-3, 6-0 and in turn won the Sony Open.
At 31, the No. 1-ranked Williams became the oldest female champion at Key Biscayne. She won the tournament for the first time since 2008 and surpassed Steffi Graf, a five-time champion.
''Serena played a great match,'' Sharapova said. ''I'm sure we'll be playing a few more times this year.'' Sharapova didn't sound thrilled by the prospect, with
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Kenya: Supreme Court upholds Uhuru Kenyatta victory; Raila Odinga concedes defeat
Kenyan President-elect Uhuru Kenyatta
(Reuters) - The Supreme Court of Kenya has upheld Uhuru Kenyatta's presidential election victory, Saturday and his defeated rival, Raila Odinga has accepted the ruling, and thus conceded defeat.
The decision cleared the way for Kenyatta, to take the top job in Kenya - east Africa's biggest economy. Shortly after the supreme court ruling, Mr. Odinga delivered a televised statement accepting the court's unanimous decision.
"The court has now
(Reuters) - The Supreme Court of Kenya has upheld Uhuru Kenyatta's presidential election victory, Saturday and his defeated rival, Raila Odinga has accepted the ruling, and thus conceded defeat.
The decision cleared the way for Kenyatta, to take the top job in Kenya - east Africa's biggest economy. Shortly after the supreme court ruling, Mr. Odinga delivered a televised statement accepting the court's unanimous decision.
"The court has now
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Obama to law makers on gun control: 'Shame on us' if Newtown is forgotten
U.S. President Barack Obama with Vice President Joseph Biden and relatives of gun violence victims. PHOTO/Mark Wilson/Getty Images
U.S. President Barack Obama urged lawmakers Thursday to remember the children gunned down in America and not "get squishy" in the face of powerful forces against gun control legislation, as supporters struggle to win over moderate Democrats before a Senate vote expected next month.
Obama, flanked by grim-faced mothers who have lost their children to guns,
U.S. President Barack Obama urged lawmakers Thursday to remember the children gunned down in America and not "get squishy" in the face of powerful forces against gun control legislation, as supporters struggle to win over moderate Democrats before a Senate vote expected next month.
Obama, flanked by grim-faced mothers who have lost their children to guns,
Barbados credit rating lowered by CariCRIS - The Caribbean's regional credit rating agency
The Caribbean's regional credit rating agency CariCRIS has lowered the credit rating of Barbados by "one notch" to CariA+ (Foreign Currency Rating) and CariAA- (Local Currency Rating).
The indigenous Caribbean credit rating agency stated that its downgrade of Barbados’s ratings was driven by the below-expectation-performance of key macroeconomic indicators in 2012, and the non-achievement of targeted improvement in the fiscal performance.
CariCRIS noted that not only was there no
The indigenous Caribbean credit rating agency stated that its downgrade of Barbados’s ratings was driven by the below-expectation-performance of key macroeconomic indicators in 2012, and the non-achievement of targeted improvement in the fiscal performance.
CariCRIS noted that not only was there no
Why African-American Children with autism may go undiagnosed
(Newswise) - The need for professional care of African-American children with autism can go unmet. Some of the disparity could stem from cultural differences in parental perceptions of behavior, says autism expert Margaret C. Souders, PhD, RN, assistant professor of human genetics at Penn Nursing.
"Families respond to behavioral challenges and quirky manners in many different ways," explains Dr. Souders in an article about health disparities in Penn Nursing's UPfront magazine. "Some
"Families respond to behavioral challenges and quirky manners in many different ways," explains Dr. Souders in an article about health disparities in Penn Nursing's UPfront magazine. "Some
The Bahamas looking to become global data storage hub
The Bahamas can exploit developed country “overreaction” to become a leading international jurisdiction for commercial data storage, a top industry specialist adding that its client base in this nation had doubled in the last two years.
Chris Evans, chief executive of Foreshore, a Jersey-headquartered commercial data centre and Internet services provider, told Tribune Business that the “warrantless access” law enforcement agencies in the US, UK and Europe now enjoyed had
Chris Evans, chief executive of Foreshore, a Jersey-headquartered commercial data centre and Internet services provider, told Tribune Business that the “warrantless access” law enforcement agencies in the US, UK and Europe now enjoyed had
South Africa: Nelson Mandela hospitalized
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid leader, and icon of democracy who became South Africa's first black president, has been admitted to a hospital with a recurring lung infection, South Africa said Thursday.
Mandela, 94, has become increasingly frail in recent years and has been hospitalized several times since last year, most recently earlier this month when he underwent what authorities said was a scheduled medical
Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid leader, and icon of democracy who became South Africa's first black president, has been admitted to a hospital with a recurring lung infection, South Africa said Thursday.
Mandela, 94, has become increasingly frail in recent years and has been hospitalized several times since last year, most recently earlier this month when he underwent what authorities said was a scheduled medical
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
Grenada looking to hold a referendum on the CCJ
Grenada will hold a referendum in the next two years to decide on the island-nation’s relationship with the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), Governor General Sir Carlyle Glean said Wednesday.
Addressing the ceremonial opening of the new Parliament since the February 19 general elections, Sir Carlyle said that the Constitution Reform Committee would be reconstituted and given a two-year mandate, with the CCJ among its top priorities.
The CCJ was established
Addressing the ceremonial opening of the new Parliament since the February 19 general elections, Sir Carlyle said that the Constitution Reform Committee would be reconstituted and given a two-year mandate, with the CCJ among its top priorities.
The CCJ was established
Results of African American opinion poll On Obama Presidency, commissioned by Robert L. Johnson released
Robert Johnson
(PRNewswire) - Bethesda, MD. - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), yesterday announced the results of a national poll commissioned by Zogby Analytics that reveals current African American sentiment on a range of issues that include the state of national affairs, race relations, employment, and a variety of current political and social issues. Johnson announced the results of the Zogby poll during
(PRNewswire) - Bethesda, MD. - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), yesterday announced the results of a national poll commissioned by Zogby Analytics that reveals current African American sentiment on a range of issues that include the state of national affairs, race relations, employment, and a variety of current political and social issues. Johnson announced the results of the Zogby poll during
Nigeria agencies seek $11.5 billion compensation from Shell for oil spill damage
Environmental Damage caused by past oil spill in Nigeria. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Two Nigerian government agencies told a parliamentary hearing on Thursday that Royal Dutch Shell should pay a total of US$11.5 billion in compensation for damage caused by an oil spill at its offshore Bonga field in December 2011.
Shell has said that there is no legal basis for the proposed fines and the Nigerian government has never publicly charged foreign oil companies large sums for oil spills.
The
(Reuters) - Two Nigerian government agencies told a parliamentary hearing on Thursday that Royal Dutch Shell should pay a total of US$11.5 billion in compensation for damage caused by an oil spill at its offshore Bonga field in December 2011.
Shell has said that there is no legal basis for the proposed fines and the Nigerian government has never publicly charged foreign oil companies large sums for oil spills.
The
Dorothy R. Leavell named new chair of National Black Chamber of Commerce
Dorothy R. Leavell
Award winning civic leader, newspaper publisher and businesswoman Dorothy R. Leavell has been installed as the new chairperson of the National Black Chamber of Commerce.
Ms. Leavell will will preside over the chamber's 18-member board of directors and help the trade organization expand its mission of strengthening minority-owned businesses, job creation and increase trade and economic opportunities in the United States and beyond.
According to the National Black
Award winning civic leader, newspaper publisher and businesswoman Dorothy R. Leavell has been installed as the new chairperson of the National Black Chamber of Commerce.
Ms. Leavell will will preside over the chamber's 18-member board of directors and help the trade organization expand its mission of strengthening minority-owned businesses, job creation and increase trade and economic opportunities in the United States and beyond.
According to the National Black
Jamaica looking to auction more wireless spectrum licences
Jamaica is looking to auction two licences for use of the 700 MHz band, then intention of this process is to attract new entrants to the wireless telecommunications market in the island-nation.
This was revealed by the country's minister minister of science, technology, energy and mining Phillip Paulwell during a parliamentary session. The licenses, he said, should have been issued to the new cellular entrants by July 15th this year.
Present, there are two players in the Jamaican
This was revealed by the country's minister minister of science, technology, energy and mining Phillip Paulwell during a parliamentary session. The licenses, he said, should have been issued to the new cellular entrants by July 15th this year.
Present, there are two players in the Jamaican
Tanzania: Economy experiences 6.9% growth in 2012
The east African country of Tanzania's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by US$4.5 billion last year compared to 2011, new economic data showed.
The March 2013 figures, published by the Planning Commission, put the total market value of all goods and services produced in Tanzania last year at TSh44.7 trillion (about US$27.95 billion).
This was 6.9 percent above the TSh37.5 trillion (US$ 23.45 billion) level of 2011 as the economy braved a gloomy global growth outlook.
Much of the
The March 2013 figures, published by the Planning Commission, put the total market value of all goods and services produced in Tanzania last year at TSh44.7 trillion (about US$27.95 billion).
This was 6.9 percent above the TSh37.5 trillion (US$ 23.45 billion) level of 2011 as the economy braved a gloomy global growth outlook.
Much of the
Early-onset baldness in African-American men may be linked to prostate cancer - AACR
(American Association for Cancer Research) - Baldness was associated with an increased risk of prostate cancer among African-American men (and by extension men of African descent) and risk for advanced prostate cancer increased with younger age and type of baldness, according to data published in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.
"We focused on African-American men because they are at high risk for developing prostate
"We focused on African-American men because they are at high risk for developing prostate
St Kitts & Nevis: Possible unrest in no confidence motion not debated - Opposition
In addressing the first sitting of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Assembly taking place in St John’s, Antigua, on Tuesday, St Kitts & Nevis opposition member of parliament, Eugene Hamilton, warned of possible civil unrest in the federation over the failure to debate a long-outstanding parliamentary motion of no confidence.
According to Hamilton, the motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Denzil Douglas and the government of St Kitts & Nevis was served on the
According to Hamilton, the motion of no confidence in Prime Minister Denzil Douglas and the government of St Kitts & Nevis was served on the
Mali: UN chief proposes African Union peacekeepers
U.N Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon proposed a U.N. peacekeeping force for Mali with 11,200 troops working alongside a non-U.N. force that would conduct major combat and counter-terrorism operations against Islamic extremists Tuesday as one option to maintain security.
The U.N. chief said in a report to the Security Council that another option would be to strengthen the U.N.'s new political mission in Mali and give the African-led force in Mali known as AFISMA, responsibility for security
The U.N. chief said in a report to the Security Council that another option would be to strengthen the U.N.'s new political mission in Mali and give the African-led force in Mali known as AFISMA, responsibility for security
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Google Launches TV White Spaces Trial In South Africa
Google’s first trial to use the unused channels in the broadcast TV spectrum to provide wireless broadband access launched in 2010 in Logan, Ohio. Since then, Google has shown a lot of interest in this topic and today it is launching its second trial. This time it is in Cape Town, South Africa, where Google partnered with a number of local organizations to connect 10 schools to the new wireless broadband network. The idea behind the trial, Google says, is “to show that broadband can be
Serena Williams overcomes Li Na at Sony Open - advances to semis
Serena Williams in action against Li Na at Sony Open. PHOTO/Alan Diaz/AP
Five-time champion Serena Williams advanced Tuesday to the Sony Open semifinals and tied the women's record for career victories in the tournament by beating No. 5-seeded Li Na 6-3, 7-6 (5).
The top-ranked Williams overcame six double-faults and rallied in the second set from a 5-2 deficit. She hit six winners in the tiebreaker, including a forehand passing shot cross-court on the final point.
Williams, who
Five-time champion Serena Williams advanced Tuesday to the Sony Open semifinals and tied the women's record for career victories in the tournament by beating No. 5-seeded Li Na 6-3, 7-6 (5).
The top-ranked Williams overcame six double-faults and rallied in the second set from a 5-2 deficit. She hit six winners in the tiebreaker, including a forehand passing shot cross-court on the final point.
Williams, who
UTT's tech innovators win $4700
The University of Trinidad & Tobago’s (UTT's) Valsayn Campus buzzed from two days of exciting competition which culminated with an awards ceremony for UTT’s IDEAS competition on March 6.
Internally-sponsored through UTT’s Business Development and Marketing Unit, the University’s fifth IDEAS Competition offered TTD$30,000 (US$4,700) in prize money to competitors submitting a 300-word abstract and delivering a three-minute elevator pitch to bring their ideas to life for a panel of
Internally-sponsored through UTT’s Business Development and Marketing Unit, the University’s fifth IDEAS Competition offered TTD$30,000 (US$4,700) in prize money to competitors submitting a 300-word abstract and delivering a three-minute elevator pitch to bring their ideas to life for a panel of
Aspiring Engineers to receive U.S. Army support at National Society of Black Engineers 39th Annual Convention
(Black PR Wire) - Alexandria, Va. - For the third consecutive year, the U.S. Army will share career and educational opportunities with current and aspiring engineers at the 39th annual convention of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) in Indianapolis, Ind. More than 9,000 participants are expected to attend the convention, as well as the career and college fair. NSBE is a student managed organization that seeks to increase the number of African-American engineers by providing
Serena Williams overcomes sluggish start, rallies, advances to quarterfinals in Sony Open
Serena Williams urges herself on, during a match against Dominika Cibulkova, of Slovakia, during the Sony Open tennis tournament, Monday, March 25, 2013, in Key Biscayne, Fla. PHOTO/Lynne Sladky/AP
Serena Williams overcame a big deficit in her fourth-round match at the Sony Open in Key Biscayne, Fla., to beat Dominika Cibulkova, 2-6, 6-4, 6-2.
The top-ranked Williams, seeking her sixth Key Biscayne title and her first since 2008, was down a service break trailing by 4-1 in the second
Serena Williams overcame a big deficit in her fourth-round match at the Sony Open in Key Biscayne, Fla., to beat Dominika Cibulkova, 2-6, 6-4, 6-2.
The top-ranked Williams, seeking her sixth Key Biscayne title and her first since 2008, was down a service break trailing by 4-1 in the second
Another oil spill reports in the waters off The Bahamas
Bahamas ministry of Transport and Aviation has reported another oil spill on Grand Bahama - the same area that an oil spill occurred this past February.
The Bahamas Oil Refining Company reported the spill last Friday. The cause of the oil spill is yet to be determined. The oil slick is said to have covered a 21-meter (70 feet) stretch of rocks on the beach in the vicinity of the oil refining company's pipelines that connect with a jetty.
In an official statement issued by the ministry
The Bahamas Oil Refining Company reported the spill last Friday. The cause of the oil spill is yet to be determined. The oil slick is said to have covered a 21-meter (70 feet) stretch of rocks on the beach in the vicinity of the oil refining company's pipelines that connect with a jetty.
In an official statement issued by the ministry
African Union suspends Central African Republic, imposes tough sanctions on coup leaders
The African Union suspended the Central African Republic on Monday and imposed sanctions after President Francois Bozize's ouster, warning that rebel coup leaders could face trial.
Michel Djotodia was facing international isolation after dissolving the country’s institutions and announcing he would govern by decree after the weekend coup.
The former diplomat turned rebel leader, whose Seleka coalition took over the capital Bangui in a weekend assault, announced late on Monday he
Michel Djotodia was facing international isolation after dissolving the country’s institutions and announcing he would govern by decree after the weekend coup.
The former diplomat turned rebel leader, whose Seleka coalition took over the capital Bangui in a weekend assault, announced late on Monday he
Monday, March 25, 2013
BRICS nations to set up development bank to bypass World Bank and IMF
The establishment of the BRICS bank will provide the emerging economies in Africa and the Caribbean with an alternative to the IMF and World Bank
(Bloomberg) - The biggest emerging markets are uniting to tackle under-development and currency volatility with plans to set up institutions that encroach on the roles of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The leaders of the BRICS nations -- Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa -- are set to approve the
(Bloomberg) - The biggest emerging markets are uniting to tackle under-development and currency volatility with plans to set up institutions that encroach on the roles of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The leaders of the BRICS nations -- Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa -- are set to approve the
Construction of natural gas pipeline from Trinidad & Tobago to Barbados to commence in 2014
Construction on a pipeline that will bring natural gas from Trinidad & Tobago to the island-nations of the East Caribbean will begin next year, according to the Eastern Caribbean Gas Pipeline company.
The pipeline will begin at the Cove Eco Business and Industrial Park in southwestern Tobago, with the first phase of the US$300 million project to end in Barbados.
Gas will be pumped to Barbados in 2016, according to Greg Rich, the company’s CEO. The gas will be delivered from the BHP
The pipeline will begin at the Cove Eco Business and Industrial Park in southwestern Tobago, with the first phase of the US$300 million project to end in Barbados.
Gas will be pumped to Barbados in 2016, according to Greg Rich, the company’s CEO. The gas will be delivered from the BHP
Obama calls for April debate on immigration bill
US President Barack Obama shakes hands with active duty US service members after they became US citizens during a naturalization ceremony in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC, July 4, 2012. PHOTO/Saul Loeb/AFP/GettyImages
President Barack Obama challenged Congress Monday to "finish the job" of finalizing legislation aimed at overhauling the nation's immigration system.
With members of the House and Senate away on spring break, Obama made his most substantive remarks
President Barack Obama challenged Congress Monday to "finish the job" of finalizing legislation aimed at overhauling the nation's immigration system.
With members of the House and Senate away on spring break, Obama made his most substantive remarks
Update: Tiger Woods reclaims title of world's No. 1 golfer with win at Bay Hill
Tiger Woods hits from the seventh tee during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament, Monday, March 25, 2013, in Orlando, Fla. PHOTO/John Raoux/AP
Tiger Woods is back to No. 1 in the world with a game that look as good as ever.
Woods tied a PGA Tour record Monday by winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational for the eighth time, and this one had some extra significance. It returned him to the top of the world ranking for the first time since the final week of
Tiger Woods is back to No. 1 in the world with a game that look as good as ever.
Woods tied a PGA Tour record Monday by winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational for the eighth time, and this one had some extra significance. It returned him to the top of the world ranking for the first time since the final week of
World Cup Qualifier Updates: Cameroon beat Togo; Nigeria ties with Kenya; Ivory Coast beat Gambia
Samuel Eto’o scored twice to lead Cameroon over Togo 2-1 Saturday and improve its chances of qualifying for next year’s World Cup.
This was the second victory for Cameroon who move up to six points, while Togo remain at the bottom of Group I with a solitary point.
Ivory Coast didn’t miss Didier Drogba in a 3-0 win over Gambia, and African champion Nigeria needed a goal by Nnamdi Oduamadi in the second minute of second-half injury time for a 1-1 tie against visiting Kenya. The
This was the second victory for Cameroon who move up to six points, while Togo remain at the bottom of Group I with a solitary point.
Ivory Coast didn’t miss Didier Drogba in a 3-0 win over Gambia, and African champion Nigeria needed a goal by Nnamdi Oduamadi in the second minute of second-half injury time for a 1-1 tie against visiting Kenya. The
Harry Jerome Awards winners named by the Black Business and Professional Association
The Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA) on March 19th 2013, announced the recepients of the 31st BBPA Harry Jerome Awards at the Royal Bank of Canada Center in Toronto.
The Harry Jerome Awards will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center on April 27th, 2013.
This exciting event recognizes and profiles African-Canadians who have demonstrated commitment and success in a variety of fields: Academics, Arts, Media, Entertainment, Athletics, Business, Community
The Harry Jerome Awards will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center on April 27th, 2013.
This exciting event recognizes and profiles African-Canadians who have demonstrated commitment and success in a variety of fields: Academics, Arts, Media, Entertainment, Athletics, Business, Community
Jamaica: Simpson-Miller administration in process of rolling out nation-wide broadband
The project once completed is hoped to turn Jamaica into the ICT hub of the Caribbean.
(JIS) - Jamaica is in the process of rolling out an island-wide broadband network to provide universal access to digital technology for all Jamaicans.
Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller said this will be provided through the Universal Service Fund (USF).
Simpson-Miller said that more can be done to achieve the vision of Jamaica being “a knowledge-based and educated society, which is globally
(JIS) - Jamaica is in the process of rolling out an island-wide broadband network to provide universal access to digital technology for all Jamaicans.
Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller said this will be provided through the Universal Service Fund (USF).
Simpson-Miller said that more can be done to achieve the vision of Jamaica being “a knowledge-based and educated society, which is globally
Tiger Woods on track to becoming No.1 - will need to win Bay Hill Title
Tiger Woods acknowledges the crowd during the Arnold Palmer Invitational golf tournament, Sunday March 24, 2013. PHOTO/Phelan M. Ebenhack
(Reuters) - Tiger Woods's bid to regain the world number one ranking will have to wait a day after violent thunderstorms hit the Bay Hill Club, halting the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday.
After assessing damage by the powerful storm the PGA Tour announced the final round would resume on Monday at 10 a.m. EDT.
"We just got
(Reuters) - Tiger Woods's bid to regain the world number one ranking will have to wait a day after violent thunderstorms hit the Bay Hill Club, halting the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday.
After assessing damage by the powerful storm the PGA Tour announced the final round would resume on Monday at 10 a.m. EDT.
"We just got
Poverty levels in East Africa diminishing rapidly - more join the new global "middle class"
African middle class family in Lusaka, Zambia. PHOTO/Georgina Smith/The Guardian
A raft of trickle-down economic policies adopted by East African governments to fight poverty seems to be bearing fruit with new global data showing that poverty levels in the region have significantly dropped.
The UN said in the Human Development Report (HDR) 2013 released last week that poverty reduction drivers in developing countries exceeded expectations, helping uplift hundreds of millions of the
A raft of trickle-down economic policies adopted by East African governments to fight poverty seems to be bearing fruit with new global data showing that poverty levels in the region have significantly dropped.
The UN said in the Human Development Report (HDR) 2013 released last week that poverty reduction drivers in developing countries exceeded expectations, helping uplift hundreds of millions of the
Moderate earthquake strikes Trinidad & Tobago - felt in Barbados and Grenada
A 4.8 magnitude earthquake is reported to have struck Trinidad & Tobago on Sunday afternoon, causing some alarm, however, there have been no reported damage or injuries.
The US Geological Survey says the magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck early Sunday and was centered some 81 kilometers (50 miles) northeast of Roxborough, an eastern town on the tourism-dependent island of Tobago. It was also felt on the Caribbean country of Barbados.
The Seismic Research Institute at the University of
The US Geological Survey says the magnitude 4.8 earthquake struck early Sunday and was centered some 81 kilometers (50 miles) northeast of Roxborough, an eastern town on the tourism-dependent island of Tobago. It was also felt on the Caribbean country of Barbados.
The Seismic Research Institute at the University of
Sunday, March 24, 2013
New China President Xi Jinping embarks on Africa tour
The new president of China, Xi Jinping, lands in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on Sunday at the beginning of a three-country tour of Africa. He faces growing calls from economists and policymakers in Africa for a more balanced trade relationship between the continent and China. His African tour is symbolic of an ongoing fundamental shift in the global balance of power, and the recognition and acknowledgement of Africa's growth and emergence on the global stage.
President Xi will visit
President Xi will visit
Friday, March 22, 2013
Africa’s race for data – making sense of the transition through everyday services today
By Russell Southwood
In most of Africa’s big markets there is now an intense level of competition. The average revenue per user (ARPU) is down below the US$10 mark and amongst those operators who are really hurting, at between US$2-3 which makes the priority for mobile operators on the continent in making the transition to data urgent.
Thus far, majority of the data products offered – which have largely been versions of bandwidth packages – have been aimed at the "salary boys
In most of Africa’s big markets there is now an intense level of competition. The average revenue per user (ARPU) is down below the US$10 mark and amongst those operators who are really hurting, at between US$2-3 which makes the priority for mobile operators on the continent in making the transition to data urgent.
Thus far, majority of the data products offered – which have largely been versions of bandwidth packages – have been aimed at the "salary boys
St Kitts & Nevis: Prime Minister Denzil Douglas sidesteps motion of no confidence - insists his party ready for elections
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas
Embattled St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas says his ruling St. Kitts-Nevis Labor Party (SKNLP) is prepared for a general election constitutionally due by 2015.
“The Labor Party stands ready to be prepared for any event electorally. We are a party established since 1932. We have been in government for the last 17 years after being able to defeat a 15 year opposition regime (PAM),” said Prime Minister Douglas, adding the
Embattled St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas says his ruling St. Kitts-Nevis Labor Party (SKNLP) is prepared for a general election constitutionally due by 2015.
“The Labor Party stands ready to be prepared for any event electorally. We are a party established since 1932. We have been in government for the last 17 years after being able to defeat a 15 year opposition regime (PAM),” said Prime Minister Douglas, adding the
Minority and women-owned company, Horizon Consulting Incorporated, named finalist in Helios Apollo Awards
President and CEO of Horizon Consulting Incorporated, Wanda Alexis Alexander. PHOTO/Wanda Alexis Alexander
(Black PR Wire) - Lansdowne, Virginia - Horizon Consulting Incorporated, leading provider of high-volume work-flow management and consulting services, is a third-time finalist in The Helios Apollo Awards. The Apollo Awards recognize companies who focus on employee learning and development as strategies to drive business impact and engage. The awards are presented in multiple
(Black PR Wire) - Lansdowne, Virginia - Horizon Consulting Incorporated, leading provider of high-volume work-flow management and consulting services, is a third-time finalist in The Helios Apollo Awards. The Apollo Awards recognize companies who focus on employee learning and development as strategies to drive business impact and engage. The awards are presented in multiple
Nigerian literary giant, Chinua Achebe dies at 82
Chinua Achebe
Chinua Achebe, the internationally celebrated Nigerian author, and statesman who gave literary birth to modern Africa with Things Fall Apart and continued for decades to rewrite and reclaim the history of his native country, has died. He was 82.
Achebe died following a brief illness, said his agent, Andrew Wylie.
"He was also a beloved husband, father, uncle and grandfather, whose wisdom and courage are an inspiration to all who knew him," Wylie said.
Achebe's
Chinua Achebe, the internationally celebrated Nigerian author, and statesman who gave literary birth to modern Africa with Things Fall Apart and continued for decades to rewrite and reclaim the history of his native country, has died. He was 82.
Achebe died following a brief illness, said his agent, Andrew Wylie.
"He was also a beloved husband, father, uncle and grandfather, whose wisdom and courage are an inspiration to all who knew him," Wylie said.
Achebe's
African Union seeks permanent entry into the U.N. Security Council
Africa's push for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council has gathered pace with the meeting in Sierra Leone of a select committee of nations tasked with forging a common regional position.
Foreign ministers and permanent representatives to the African Union and the United Nations drawn from the African Union Committee of Ten (C-10) Nations are reviewing progress in intergovernmental negotiations meant to consolidate an African position.
The member states of the
Foreign ministers and permanent representatives to the African Union and the United Nations drawn from the African Union Committee of Ten (C-10) Nations are reviewing progress in intergovernmental negotiations meant to consolidate an African position.
The member states of the
Thursday, March 21, 2013
West Indies build up healthy lead over Zimbabwe in day 2 of final test
West Indies continued to pile on the pressure against Zimbabwe as they reached 295 for four in reply to Zimbabwe's first innings total of 175 at tea on the second day of the second and final Test.
Veteran batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul was grinding his way towards another Test hundred and together with wicketkeeper-batsman Denesh Ramdin had put on 94 runs in the afternoon session without being separated.
Chanderpaul resumed after the interval on 80 with Ramdin on 58, his fifth Test
Veteran batsman Shivnarine Chanderpaul was grinding his way towards another Test hundred and together with wicketkeeper-batsman Denesh Ramdin had put on 94 runs in the afternoon session without being separated.
Chanderpaul resumed after the interval on 80 with Ramdin on 58, his fifth Test
T.W. Shannon, a rising star in the GOP becomes Oklahoma's first African American speaker of the House
New Speaker of Oklahoma Tahrohon Wayne Shannon
Tahrohon Wayne Shannon, 34, is Oklahoma’s first African American Speaker of the House, its youngest ever, and the first African American Republican speaker in the country since Reconstruction, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Shannon is also part of the Republican Party’s effort to advance a more diverse public face, after America elected — then re-elected — its first African American president. Obama
Tahrohon Wayne Shannon, 34, is Oklahoma’s first African American Speaker of the House, its youngest ever, and the first African American Republican speaker in the country since Reconstruction, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures.
Shannon is also part of the Republican Party’s effort to advance a more diverse public face, after America elected — then re-elected — its first African American president. Obama
Black-owned Highland Community Bank may be saved from collapse
A would-be savior has emerged for foundering Highland Community Bank, one of just three African America-owned banks left in Chicago.
But the definitive agreement from the parent of startup Generations Community Bank to acquire the failing bank, announced today, is subject to raising at least US$8 million in equity both to absorb loan losses at the Highland Community Bank and to capitalize it to grow.
Matthew Roth, the former Harris Bank executive who has pursued starting up a
But the definitive agreement from the parent of startup Generations Community Bank to acquire the failing bank, announced today, is subject to raising at least US$8 million in equity both to absorb loan losses at the Highland Community Bank and to capitalize it to grow.
Matthew Roth, the former Harris Bank executive who has pursued starting up a
Soccer star Didier Drogba dropped by Ivory Coast
Didier Drogba of Chelsea holds the UEFA Champions League trophy after his team’s final soccer match against Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena in Munich, May 19, 2012. PHOTO/Dylan Martinez/Reuters
Ivory Coast has dealt with last month's failure in the African Cup by dropping Didier Drogba in switching its focus to next year's World Cup in Brazil.
New African champion Nigeria will also resume qualifying this weekend without a star, injured striker Emmanuel Emenike.
While
Ivory Coast has dealt with last month's failure in the African Cup by dropping Didier Drogba in switching its focus to next year's World Cup in Brazil.
New African champion Nigeria will also resume qualifying this weekend without a star, injured striker Emmanuel Emenike.
While
Former Cayman Islands Premier McKeeva Bush formerly charged
Former Cayman Islands Premier., McKeeva Bush. PHOTO/File
Former Cayman Islands Premier McKeeva Bush has been formally charged with two counts of misconduct after he was arrested late last year.
Bush, 57, who will appear in court next month, is also facing four counts of Breach of Trust by a member of the Legislative Assembly, contrary to Section 13 of the Anti-Corruption Law (2008), and five counts of theft, contrary to Section 241 of the Penal Code 2007 Revision.
Bush will appear
Former Cayman Islands Premier McKeeva Bush has been formally charged with two counts of misconduct after he was arrested late last year.
Bush, 57, who will appear in court next month, is also facing four counts of Breach of Trust by a member of the Legislative Assembly, contrary to Section 13 of the Anti-Corruption Law (2008), and five counts of theft, contrary to Section 241 of the Penal Code 2007 Revision.
Bush will appear
Obama: Palestinians deserve independent state
U.S. President Barack Obama meets President of the Palestinian National Authority Mahmood Abbas. PHOTO/File
President Barack Obama says Palestinians deserve an independent and sovereign state and an end to occupation by Israel.
Obama spoke at a news conference in the West Bank with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. He says Palestinians should not have to confront the daily indignities that come with occupation.
Obama says the U.S. wants a viable and contiguous
President Barack Obama says Palestinians deserve an independent and sovereign state and an end to occupation by Israel.
Obama spoke at a news conference in the West Bank with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. He says Palestinians should not have to confront the daily indignities that come with occupation.
Obama says the U.S. wants a viable and contiguous
Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir to step down in 2015
Sudan's President Omar al-Bashir. PHOTO/Gregorio Borgia/AP
Sudan’s president said he intends to step down in 2015 after more than 20 years in power.
In an interview published in several Sudanese dailies on Wednesday, Omar al-Bashir said the people of Sudan need “fresh blood and a new impetus to continue their march.” The next presidential election is due in 2015.
Al-Bashir seized power in a 1989 coup that toppled an elected government. He was last elected in 2010, a year
Sudan’s president said he intends to step down in 2015 after more than 20 years in power.
In an interview published in several Sudanese dailies on Wednesday, Omar al-Bashir said the people of Sudan need “fresh blood and a new impetus to continue their march.” The next presidential election is due in 2015.
Al-Bashir seized power in a 1989 coup that toppled an elected government. He was last elected in 2010, a year
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
Security breach at CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank as client records accessed by outsiders
(Jamaica Gleaner) Client records of CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank have been accessed by outsiders, but the bank says the breach should not be described as a hack.
The security breach occurred at the facility of a third-party service provider, said the regional bank in a circular to accountholders advising that the personal information of local and regional cardholders had been exposed. The bank has placed high-risk cardholders on alert to the possibility of fraud.
"This
The security breach occurred at the facility of a third-party service provider, said the regional bank in a circular to accountholders advising that the personal information of local and regional cardholders had been exposed. The bank has placed high-risk cardholders on alert to the possibility of fraud.
"This
Nigeria: Central Bank Governor Lamido Sanusi will not seek second term
Nigeria’s central bank Governor Lamido Sanusi
Nigeria’s central bank Governor Lamido Sanusi, who was named central bank governor of the year by London-based The Banker magazine in 2011 has indicated that will not renew his contract when it expires in 2014.
Sanusi is credited with rescuing Nigeria's banking industry from collapse four years ago. He has led the central bank of Nigeria - Africa's biggest oil producer since June 2009.
He was appointed in the midst of a debt crisis,
Nigeria’s central bank Governor Lamido Sanusi, who was named central bank governor of the year by London-based The Banker magazine in 2011 has indicated that will not renew his contract when it expires in 2014.
Sanusi is credited with rescuing Nigeria's banking industry from collapse four years ago. He has led the central bank of Nigeria - Africa's biggest oil producer since June 2009.
He was appointed in the midst of a debt crisis,
Profile: Joseph B. Anderson, Owner, Chairman and CEO TAG Holdings, LLC
Joseph B. Anderson
Joseph B. Anderson is the majority owner, Chairman and CEO of the TAG Holdings LLC, based in Troy, Michigan.
The company Tag Holdings LLC., consists of subsidiaries which include automobile wheel-assembly suppliers, the manufacturing of precision components, plumbing ceramics makers, modular assemblies, warehousing services to name a few and owns which owns several manufacturing and service-based enterprises in North America and Asia.
Mr. Anderson began his
Joseph B. Anderson is the majority owner, Chairman and CEO of the TAG Holdings LLC, based in Troy, Michigan.
The company Tag Holdings LLC., consists of subsidiaries which include automobile wheel-assembly suppliers, the manufacturing of precision components, plumbing ceramics makers, modular assemblies, warehousing services to name a few and owns which owns several manufacturing and service-based enterprises in North America and Asia.
Mr. Anderson began his
Members of the Congressional Black Caucus present alternate budget
Members of the Congressional Black Caucus have presented an alternative budget for the 2013 fiscal year that they said slashes deficits, eliminates the sequester and protects those programs which are safety nets for the most vulnerable.
"Since 1981, the Congressional Black Caucus has presented alternate budgets which lowers deficits and alleviates harm in a fiscally sound manner," said Congressional Black Caucus Chairperson Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio). "I do not believe we should sacrifice the
"Since 1981, the Congressional Black Caucus has presented alternate budgets which lowers deficits and alleviates harm in a fiscally sound manner," said Congressional Black Caucus Chairperson Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio). "I do not believe we should sacrifice the
Barbados: Economy to receive $300 million in stimulus spending - will result in 1000 new jobs
The Barbados government says it intends to invest BBD$600 million (US$300 million) as part of a new stimulus to improve the local economy and create at least 1,000 new jobs.
"Together when the BBD$355 million (US$167.5 million) taken from this new stimulus package and the BBD$300 million (US$150 million) from traditional estimates, we anticipate an injection of BBD$600 million (US$300 million) in capital works spending.
“This new stimulus to the Barbados economy will forge
"Together when the BBD$355 million (US$167.5 million) taken from this new stimulus package and the BBD$300 million (US$150 million) from traditional estimates, we anticipate an injection of BBD$600 million (US$300 million) in capital works spending.
“This new stimulus to the Barbados economy will forge
Uganda's pension fund - The National Social Security Fund to invest in Kenya stocks
(Reuters) - Uganda’s sole state pension fund said on Wednesday it would start investing in Kenyan debt and equities and establish a private equity fund to expand its Ugandan investments into unlisted companies.
The National Social Security Fund is one of the biggest investors in the country, with assets of Ush 2.74 trillion (US$1.04 billion) last year, and has about Ush 130 billion (US$49.3 million) to invest every month from contributions.
Kenya offers a more varied array of
The National Social Security Fund is one of the biggest investors in the country, with assets of Ush 2.74 trillion (US$1.04 billion) last year, and has about Ush 130 billion (US$49.3 million) to invest every month from contributions.
Kenya offers a more varied array of
Obama arrives Israel - his first trip as President
U.S. President Barack Obama (c), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (r) and Israeli President Shimon Peres (l) listen to the national anthem at Israel's Ben Gurion airport. PHOTO/Jack Guez/AFP/Getty Images
President Barack Obama plunged into the turbulent Middle East on a mission aimed primarily at assuring America's top ally in the region and its friends back home that it will not be forsaken amid bitter domestic political squabbles and budget crises in Washington.
Obama
President Barack Obama plunged into the turbulent Middle East on a mission aimed primarily at assuring America's top ally in the region and its friends back home that it will not be forsaken amid bitter domestic political squabbles and budget crises in Washington.
Obama
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
St. Lucia: Industrial action by civil servants disrupts gov't services
Civil servants in the island-nation of St. Lucia stayed away from their jobs on Monday disrupting several government services and ignoring appeals from Prime Minister Dr. Kenny Anthony and the main private sector organization to end their industrial dispute over increased salaries.
The workers, represented by the Civil Service Association (CSA) had voted over the weekend to stay away from their jobs after rejecting the latest offer of four percent and a slew of other benefits that had
The workers, represented by the Civil Service Association (CSA) had voted over the weekend to stay away from their jobs after rejecting the latest offer of four percent and a slew of other benefits that had
Examining the opportunities to invest in Africa’s infrastructure
By Kate Douglas
Infrastructure development in Kenya: Nairobi-Thika -Road. PHOTO/File
“This growing infrastructure demand presents a critical challenge for Africa as the continent seeks to compete in global and regional trade markets that rely on just-in-time production and flexible, speedy and reliable delivery. Closing the infrastructure deficit is vital for economic prosperity and sustainable development.”
So says Shem Simuyemba, chief infrastructure economist at the African
Infrastructure development in Kenya: Nairobi-Thika -Road. PHOTO/File
“This growing infrastructure demand presents a critical challenge for Africa as the continent seeks to compete in global and regional trade markets that rely on just-in-time production and flexible, speedy and reliable delivery. Closing the infrastructure deficit is vital for economic prosperity and sustainable development.”
So says Shem Simuyemba, chief infrastructure economist at the African
Class action suit challenging NYPD's stop and frisk program commences
Policewoman frisking man. PHOTO/Hill Street Studios
A landmark trial challenging the New York police department's (NYPD) controversial stop and frisk policy began in a lower Manhattan court on Monday. The class action suit accuses the NYPD of violating the constitutional rights of hundreds of thousands of innocent New Yorkers on a widespread and systemic basis.
New York city police officers stopped 685,724 citizens in 2011, continuing an upward trend that began when Michael Bloomberg
A landmark trial challenging the New York police department's (NYPD) controversial stop and frisk policy began in a lower Manhattan court on Monday. The class action suit accuses the NYPD of violating the constitutional rights of hundreds of thousands of innocent New Yorkers on a widespread and systemic basis.
New York city police officers stopped 685,724 citizens in 2011, continuing an upward trend that began when Michael Bloomberg
The Bahamas: Tax benefits and vast investments spawn economic boom
(PRNewswire via COMTEX) - Nassau, Bahamas, March 19, 2013 - While the global economy lurches unpredictably, it seems something rather interesting is happening in The Bahamas.
The island-nation is experiencing a mini-boom, with international billion-dollar developments and business investments rapidly moving forward.
While the Atlantis resort on the Bahamas' Paradise Island is considered a landmark achievement, BahaMar, an ambitious US$3.5 billion resort on New Providence Island, is
The island-nation is experiencing a mini-boom, with international billion-dollar developments and business investments rapidly moving forward.
While the Atlantis resort on the Bahamas' Paradise Island is considered a landmark achievement, BahaMar, an ambitious US$3.5 billion resort on New Providence Island, is
Tata Consulting Engineers awarded contract by Dangote Group for its proposed fertilizer plant
Aliko Dangote
The Dangote Group has awarded Indian engineering company, Tata Consulting Engineers, a contract to provide project management consultancy services for its new US$1.9 billion fertilizer plant.
The proposed plant will have an initial prodution capacity of 2,200 tonnes per day (TPD) of ammonia and 7,700 tonnes per day of granulated urea and will be largest fertilizer plant in Nigeria, and by extension Africa.
"We are happy to partner with the Dangote Group which is one
The Dangote Group has awarded Indian engineering company, Tata Consulting Engineers, a contract to provide project management consultancy services for its new US$1.9 billion fertilizer plant.
The proposed plant will have an initial prodution capacity of 2,200 tonnes per day (TPD) of ammonia and 7,700 tonnes per day of granulated urea and will be largest fertilizer plant in Nigeria, and by extension Africa.
"We are happy to partner with the Dangote Group which is one
Oprah Winfrey contines to be the most influential celebrity
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah Winfrey was crowned America’s most influential celebrity for a second straight year on Friday, despite having dropped off daily television in 2011.
According to Forbes magazine, Winfrey, 59, was ahead of Hollywood titans Steven Spielberg and Clint Eastwood and towering over other TV figures such as journalist Barbara Walters and financial guru Suze Orman.
Forbes said that 48 percent of people surveyed rated Winfrey as influential, down just one point from
Oprah Winfrey was crowned America’s most influential celebrity for a second straight year on Friday, despite having dropped off daily television in 2011.
According to Forbes magazine, Winfrey, 59, was ahead of Hollywood titans Steven Spielberg and Clint Eastwood and towering over other TV figures such as journalist Barbara Walters and financial guru Suze Orman.
Forbes said that 48 percent of people surveyed rated Winfrey as influential, down just one point from
Anthony Carmona inaugurated as President of Trinidad & Tobago
Trinidad & Tobago President, Anthony Carmona
Retired Judge, Anthony Carmona is the new President of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
President Carmona was yesterday afternoon sworn in as the country’s fifth President at a public ceremony attended by politicians, and the people, at the Hasley Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain.
He then performed his first official function, that of inspecting the 96 member Guard of Honor.
Carmona was elected President earlier this
Retired Judge, Anthony Carmona is the new President of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago.
President Carmona was yesterday afternoon sworn in as the country’s fifth President at a public ceremony attended by politicians, and the people, at the Hasley Crawford Stadium, Port of Spain.
He then performed his first official function, that of inspecting the 96 member Guard of Honor.
Carmona was elected President earlier this
Suspected D.R.Congo war criminal, Gen. Bosco Ntaganda surrenders
Bosco Ntaganda. PHOTO/Getty Images
Barely a week after 11 African Union leaders met in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa in a bid to find a solution to bring peace to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, former Congolese general Bosco Ntaganda, wanted by the International Criminal Court for suspected war crimes in Congo, has given himself up at the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwandan Foreign Minister Louise Mushikiwabo said on Monday.
“We have learned today that Bosco Ntaganda entered
Barely a week after 11 African Union leaders met in the Ethiopian capital, Addis Ababa in a bid to find a solution to bring peace to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, former Congolese general Bosco Ntaganda, wanted by the International Criminal Court for suspected war crimes in Congo, has given himself up at the U.S. Embassy in Kigali, Rwandan Foreign Minister Louise Mushikiwabo said on Monday.
“We have learned today that Bosco Ntaganda entered
Monday, March 18, 2013
African American farmers yet to receive settlement
African American farmers who were denied loans by federal agriculture officials are still waiting for money from a class-action discrimination settlement signed into law in 2010.
More than two years after President Obama signed a law compensating African American farmers for decades of discrimination by federal agriculture officials, the farmers are still waiting for their money.
"It should not have taken this long,'' said Thomas Burrell, president of the Black Farmers and
More than two years after President Obama signed a law compensating African American farmers for decades of discrimination by federal agriculture officials, the farmers are still waiting for their money.
"It should not have taken this long,'' said Thomas Burrell, president of the Black Farmers and
Grenada default elevates risk of spilling over into other Eastern Caribbean Currency Union states - Moody's
A major international credit rating agency says the liquidity crisis leading to Grenada default on its US and Eastern Caribbean (EC) dollar bonds is “credit negative” for the country and elevates the risk of distress spilling over to member countries in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union.
The newly-elected Keith Mitchell administration in Grenada said it would default on the bonds due 2025 because it is unable to secure financing to make a coupon payment on Friday.
The Wall
The newly-elected Keith Mitchell administration in Grenada said it would default on the bonds due 2025 because it is unable to secure financing to make a coupon payment on Friday.
The Wall
Part 2: America, The + The Complex
President Barack Obama + President Goodluck Jonathan
'The people you see in Nigeria today,' China Achebe once said, 'have always lived as neighbors in the same space for as long as we can remember. So it's a matter of settling down, lowering the rhetoric, the level of hostility in the rhetoric is too high.'
For all intents and purposes, if you replaced the word 'Nigeria' with 'America' where Mr. Achebe currently lives (in the small state of Rhode Island) or even changed authors from a
'The people you see in Nigeria today,' China Achebe once said, 'have always lived as neighbors in the same space for as long as we can remember. So it's a matter of settling down, lowering the rhetoric, the level of hostility in the rhetoric is too high.'
For all intents and purposes, if you replaced the word 'Nigeria' with 'America' where Mr. Achebe currently lives (in the small state of Rhode Island) or even changed authors from a
Part 2: America, The + The Complex
President Barack Obama + President Goodluck Jonathan
'The people you see in Nigeria today,' China Achebe once said, 'have always lived as neighbors in the same space for as long as we can remember. So it's a matter of settling down, lowering the rhetoric, the level of hostility in the rhetoric is too high.'
For all intents and purposes, if you replaced the word 'Nigeria' with 'America' where Mr. Achebe currently lives (in the small state of Rhode Island) or even changed authors from a
'The people you see in Nigeria today,' China Achebe once said, 'have always lived as neighbors in the same space for as long as we can remember. So it's a matter of settling down, lowering the rhetoric, the level of hostility in the rhetoric is too high.'
For all intents and purposes, if you replaced the word 'Nigeria' with 'America' where Mr. Achebe currently lives (in the small state of Rhode Island) or even changed authors from a
Nigeria: Dana Air license suspended again
Rescue workers search at the site of a plane crash in Lagos, Nigeria on June 3, 2012. PHOTO/Sunday Alamba/AP
Dana air, the carrier that has been battling to regain flyers' confidence after a fatal crash last year says it has suspended its flights.
Dana Air spokesman Tony Usidanem said Sunday that Nigeria's aviation ministry asked for the suspension in a letter received Saturday. He said the letter did not state a reason why.
Usidanem said a meeting with the ministry Monday would
Dana air, the carrier that has been battling to regain flyers' confidence after a fatal crash last year says it has suspended its flights.
Dana Air spokesman Tony Usidanem said Sunday that Nigeria's aviation ministry asked for the suspension in a letter received Saturday. He said the letter did not state a reason why.
Usidanem said a meeting with the ministry Monday would
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Million Dollar Black Spending Power campaign launched to improve Black economic empowerment
By Ayana Jones of The Philadelphia Tribune
A coalition of media owners, professional and political organizations have launched the Million Dollar Black Spending Power campaign – an initiative geared toward reclaiming Black economic power.
The coalition is calling on African American consumers across the United States to redirect a minimum of US$20 per week in spending to Black-owned businesses. The organizers project that this effort may turn one million dollars per week back into
A coalition of media owners, professional and political organizations have launched the Million Dollar Black Spending Power campaign – an initiative geared toward reclaiming Black economic power.
The coalition is calling on African American consumers across the United States to redirect a minimum of US$20 per week in spending to Black-owned businesses. The organizers project that this effort may turn one million dollars per week back into
Will Ben Carson run on a Republican ticket in 2016?
Dr. Benjamin Carson, director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, delivers remarks to the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland, March 16, 2013. PHOTO/Jonathan Ernst/Reuters
Dr. Ben Carson, the world reknown pediatric neurosurgeon is reported to have hinted in being interested in a 2016 presidential run on the Republican ticket.
Carson, is known for executing some of the most groundbreaking surgeries of the last two
Dr. Ben Carson, the world reknown pediatric neurosurgeon is reported to have hinted in being interested in a 2016 presidential run on the Republican ticket.
Carson, is known for executing some of the most groundbreaking surgeries of the last two
Barbados: Stress test on financial systems reveal robust and stable financial institutions
The more recent results from a stress test conducted on the financial systems in Barbados indicate that financial institutions in the island-nation have enough capital withstand external shocks, and additionally, that the financial systems are stable, and remain robust and strong.
Dr. Delisle Worrell, the governor of the Central Bank of Barbados, also revealed that the country's financial institutions performed well even though two of them fell below the level of capital they are
Dr. Delisle Worrell, the governor of the Central Bank of Barbados, also revealed that the country's financial institutions performed well even though two of them fell below the level of capital they are
Zimbabwe referendum: Voters endorse new constitution that curbs presidency
Voters in Zimbabwe look set to endorse a new constitution curbing the powers presidency, early results showed on Sunday, in a step toward elections to determine whether Robert Mugabe continues on as the country's leader.
The referendum on the new constitution which limits the number of times a president can serve was largely open and free from violence.
Early results posted outside polling stations showed voters had overwhelmingly backed the new constitution as expected, although the
The referendum on the new constitution which limits the number of times a president can serve was largely open and free from violence.
Early results posted outside polling stations showed voters had overwhelmingly backed the new constitution as expected, although the
Friday, March 15, 2013
Colorectal Cancer Screening and African Americans, prevention, not detection
(PRNewswire-USNewswire) - Bethesda, Md., March 15, 2013 - If a screening test could not only catch cancer early but also help to prevent it, could you think of any reason not to have the test?
All widely used cancer screening tests aim to detect cancer early, when treatment may be more successful. But several screening tests can also help find abnormal cells that have not yet become cancer, allowing them to be removed before they can cause problems. Colorectal cancer screening tests, for
All widely used cancer screening tests aim to detect cancer early, when treatment may be more successful. But several screening tests can also help find abnormal cells that have not yet become cancer, allowing them to be removed before they can cause problems. Colorectal cancer screening tests, for
Airtel launches Africa-wide mobile HD voice service
Airtel has announced the launch of the mobile HD voice service for its subscribers in Africa. The development comes as the first step in Airtel’s ambition to make mobile HD voice accessible in all its operations across the continent.
HD voice is the most significant improvement in voice communications in the past two decades. Mobile HD voice offers crystal clear audio quality and will enhance user experience on Airtel mobile networks. “Surveys confirm that customers place a high
HD voice is the most significant improvement in voice communications in the past two decades. Mobile HD voice offers crystal clear audio quality and will enhance user experience on Airtel mobile networks. “Surveys confirm that customers place a high
Bahamasair incurred loss of $11.7 million in 2012
The national airline of The Bahamas, Bahamasair, recorded a loss of US$11.7 million in 2012 as compared with US$9.8 million in 2011. This was revealed by the deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Works and Urban Development, Philip Davis.
During the period July-December 2012, the airline’s revenue amounted to US$37.4 million, while expenses totaled US$49.1 million.
The increase in net loss was attributed mainly to challenges associated with an aged fleet of aircraft and increases in
During the period July-December 2012, the airline’s revenue amounted to US$37.4 million, while expenses totaled US$49.1 million.
The increase in net loss was attributed mainly to challenges associated with an aged fleet of aircraft and increases in
Zambia: Parliament strips ex-president Banda immunity from prosecution
Former Zambia President Rupiah Banda. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Zambia's parliament stripped former President Rupiah Banda of immunity from prosecution on Friday, clearing the way for investigators to arrest him for corruption-related offences.
Banda is accused of abuse of office, corrupt acquisition of public property and misappropriation of public funds involving more than US$11 million during his tenure as president.
Justice Minister Wynter Kabimba said the government had concluded
(Reuters) - Zambia's parliament stripped former President Rupiah Banda of immunity from prosecution on Friday, clearing the way for investigators to arrest him for corruption-related offences.
Banda is accused of abuse of office, corrupt acquisition of public property and misappropriation of public funds involving more than US$11 million during his tenure as president.
Justice Minister Wynter Kabimba said the government had concluded
Susan Rice being considered for National Security Advisor role
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations., Susan Rice. PHOTO/File
Latest reports from Washington DC indicate that the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Susan Rice, is to be nominated by President Barack Obama as the new National Security Advisor, replacing Thomas Donilon later this year.
Ms. Rice had initially been tipped to become Obama's second-term secretary of state, she was forced to withdraw from consideration in December amid complaints over her handling of the Benghazi
Latest reports from Washington DC indicate that the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Susan Rice, is to be nominated by President Barack Obama as the new National Security Advisor, replacing Thomas Donilon later this year.
Ms. Rice had initially been tipped to become Obama's second-term secretary of state, she was forced to withdraw from consideration in December amid complaints over her handling of the Benghazi
Obama continues push for technologies to wean vehicles off oil
U.S. President Barack Obama – and rising gasoline prices
U.S. President Barack Obama is pushing Congress to authorize more federally funded research into clean energy technologies that can wean automobiles off oil.
Obama proposed the idea of an energy security trust last month in his State of the Union address, but he was putting a price tag on the idea during a trip Friday to the Argonne National Laboratory outside Chicago - US$2 billion over 10 years. The White House says the
U.S. President Barack Obama is pushing Congress to authorize more federally funded research into clean energy technologies that can wean automobiles off oil.
Obama proposed the idea of an energy security trust last month in his State of the Union address, but he was putting a price tag on the idea during a trip Friday to the Argonne National Laboratory outside Chicago - US$2 billion over 10 years. The White House says the
St. Vincent Prime Minister Gonsalves calls on CARICOM to seek reparations for slavery
St. Vincent Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves is calling on Caribbean countries to establish a regional reparations committee, pledging to spend the rest of his life seeking compensation from the British for land, genocide against the Garifuna, and slavery.
Gonsalves revealed that his cabinet will soon name its reparations committee. "But we want to see not only a reparations committee for St. Vincent but we want to see a Caribbean wide reparations committee involving other Caribbean
Gonsalves revealed that his cabinet will soon name its reparations committee. "But we want to see not only a reparations committee for St. Vincent but we want to see a Caribbean wide reparations committee involving other Caribbean
Thursday, March 14, 2013
Bankruptcy expert, Kevyn Orr named Detroit emergency manager
Kevyn Orr. PHOTO/Jones Day/AP
Kevyn Orr, a bankruptcy expert, has been selected by Michigan's Governor Rick Snyder to take over Detroit as emergency financial manager.
Orr, 54, has wide experience in business restructuring and a reputation as a calm leader who thoughtfully considers a range of views. He was Jones Day's third most active partner on the Chrysler restructuring, piling up US$1 million in fees in the first year on the case.
On Monday, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said the
Kevyn Orr, a bankruptcy expert, has been selected by Michigan's Governor Rick Snyder to take over Detroit as emergency financial manager.
Orr, 54, has wide experience in business restructuring and a reputation as a calm leader who thoughtfully considers a range of views. He was Jones Day's third most active partner on the Chrysler restructuring, piling up US$1 million in fees in the first year on the case.
On Monday, Detroit Mayor Dave Bing said the
Haiti: Testimony Resumes in Duvalier Case
Jean-Claude Duvalier
Alleged victims of the government of former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier have resumed their testimony in court.
Dr. Nicole Magloire told Haiti's court of appeals Thursday that the Duvalier administration jailed her and drove her into exile.
A three-judge panel has been gathering testimony from people who say they suffered under Duvalier's 15-year rule.
The former president for life returned to Haiti in 2011 after 25 years in exile. Haitian
Alleged victims of the government of former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier have resumed their testimony in court.
Dr. Nicole Magloire told Haiti's court of appeals Thursday that the Duvalier administration jailed her and drove her into exile.
A three-judge panel has been gathering testimony from people who say they suffered under Duvalier's 15-year rule.
The former president for life returned to Haiti in 2011 after 25 years in exile. Haitian
Industrial action grounds Nigeria's Aero Contractors Company airline
(Bloomberg News) - Nigerian airline Aero Contractors Co., said all flights have been grounded until further notice due to indistrial action by staff over cost-cutting measures.
Aero Contractors management is in talks with unions “to find a quick and amicable resolution,” company spokesman Simon Tumba said by phone today from Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital. The airline, which has been operating in the West African country for more than five decades, employs 1,300 people and
Aero Contractors management is in talks with unions “to find a quick and amicable resolution,” company spokesman Simon Tumba said by phone today from Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital. The airline, which has been operating in the West African country for more than five decades, employs 1,300 people and
L.A. Lakers star Kobe Bryant ‘out indefinitely’ due to sprained ankle
An injured Kobe Bryant. PHOTO/Curtis Compton/AP
Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant severely sprained his left ankle Wednesday night after missing a game-leveling shot in the closing seconds of a loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
Lakers spokesman John Black said Bryant is out indefinitely, just as a team that underachieved much of the season is playing its best basketball. The 96-92 loss ended a four-game winning streak and was just Los Angeles' third loss in the last 12 games.
The injury
Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant severely sprained his left ankle Wednesday night after missing a game-leveling shot in the closing seconds of a loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
Lakers spokesman John Black said Bryant is out indefinitely, just as a team that underachieved much of the season is playing its best basketball. The 96-92 loss ended a four-game winning streak and was just Los Angeles' third loss in the last 12 games.
The injury
Jennifer Carroll resigns as Florida Lt. Governor
Immediate past Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Carroll. PHOTO/Devon Ravine/AP
Jennifer Carroll announced her resignation as the Lt. Gov. of Florida on Wednesday, a day after she was questioned by authorities investigating possible illegal gambling at an Internet cafe company that she once represented.
Carroll's resignation letter to Gov. Rick Scott, dated Tuesday, offered no details about her reason for leaving. But Scott's chief of staff, Adam Hollingsworth, said she was interviewed by
Jennifer Carroll announced her resignation as the Lt. Gov. of Florida on Wednesday, a day after she was questioned by authorities investigating possible illegal gambling at an Internet cafe company that she once represented.
Carroll's resignation letter to Gov. Rick Scott, dated Tuesday, offered no details about her reason for leaving. But Scott's chief of staff, Adam Hollingsworth, said she was interviewed by
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
TOTAL SA divesting from Trinidad & Tobago
France’s Total SA is entering the final stages of divesting its assets in Trinidad & Tobago to the National Gas Co. of Trinidad & Tobago Ltd. (NGC).
Total, the NGC, and sources at the twin-island nation’s Ministry of Energy all confirm that the deal is expected to be completed within the next few months. After closing, NGC will own Total’s 30 percent share of the Greater Angostura field, which lies in 40 meters of water on Block 2(c) about 40 km off the northeastern coast of
Total, the NGC, and sources at the twin-island nation’s Ministry of Energy all confirm that the deal is expected to be completed within the next few months. After closing, NGC will own Total’s 30 percent share of the Greater Angostura field, which lies in 40 meters of water on Block 2(c) about 40 km off the northeastern coast of
Profile: Patricia Mawuli - Ghana's female flying pioneer
Patricia Mawuli
“Young people should understand that hard work is the only secret to success and you must stay focused in everything you do if you want to succeed in life.”
- Patricia Mawuli
Patricia Mawuli, 24, has broken barriers, by becoming the first female pilot trained in her native Ghana, and is on a mission to train other young women in rural Ghana, gain opportunities in aviation.
At age 19, Mawuli, who was fascinated by aircraft sought work with the WAASPS - a
“Young people should understand that hard work is the only secret to success and you must stay focused in everything you do if you want to succeed in life.”
- Patricia Mawuli
Patricia Mawuli, 24, has broken barriers, by becoming the first female pilot trained in her native Ghana, and is on a mission to train other young women in rural Ghana, gain opportunities in aviation.
At age 19, Mawuli, who was fascinated by aircraft sought work with the WAASPS - a
Newly launched Black Technology Council working to attract African American tech talent to Austin
The new Black Technology Council recently launched by the the Capital City African American Chamber of Commerce in Austin, Texas and co-chaired by Lola Bakare and Rob Jackson has already began working towards attracting African American tech talent to Austin.
The Black Technology Council is comprised of more than 30 in the technology field, across several of the companies in the Austin area.
According to Natalie Madeira Cofield, the president of the Capital City African American
The Black Technology Council is comprised of more than 30 in the technology field, across several of the companies in the Austin area.
According to Natalie Madeira Cofield, the president of the Capital City African American
Malawi: Officials charged with plotting coup following death of former President
Malawi's courts on Wednesday charged 12 top government officials and former cabinet ministers with treason for an alleged coup plot last year following the sudden death of former Malawi president Bingu wa Mutharika last April.
The charges were confirmed by the Magistrates Court in the capital, Lilongwe, following the release of an official report into Mutharika's death which alleged that the officials tried to prevent then Vice President Joyce Banda from becoming president.
An
The charges were confirmed by the Magistrates Court in the capital, Lilongwe, following the release of an official report into Mutharika's death which alleged that the officials tried to prevent then Vice President Joyce Banda from becoming president.
An
Haiti: Gov't finds solutions to cash transfer payments using Western Union tools
(PRNewswire) - Port-au-Prince, March 13, 2013 - The government of Haiti announced today that it will use certain Western Union tools that will allow thousands of Haitian mothers, university students, the handicapped, and elderly to more easily access government cash payments at more than 600 locations throughout the country. Western Union will also provide technical assistance to help improve the overall delivery of these payments.
Government cash payments, known worldwide as conditional
Government cash payments, known worldwide as conditional
Budget deal may be "impossible" - Obama
U.S. President Barack Obama greets Republican leaders, Speaker John Boehner (c) and Eric Cantor (r). PHOTO/ Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images
President Barack Obama is conceding "we're probably not going to be able to get a deal" on budget, tax and spending issues with Congress if Republicans continue to insist that no new revenues can be raised unless entitlement programs are significantly overhauled.
Obama, who has been stepping up efforts to talk to both Republicans and Democrats this
President Barack Obama is conceding "we're probably not going to be able to get a deal" on budget, tax and spending issues with Congress if Republicans continue to insist that no new revenues can be raised unless entitlement programs are significantly overhauled.
Obama, who has been stepping up efforts to talk to both Republicans and Democrats this
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Usain Bolt wins 3rd Laureus award
Usain Bolt with the Laureus award. PHOTO/Marc Serota/Getty Images
Jamaica’s Usain Bolt has been named sportsman of the year at the prestigious Laureus Sports Awards.
Bolt has won his third Laureus Award after another dominant Olympic performance on the track at London, winning the gold in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay.
Another, Jamaican Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, the Olympic 100 meters champion, was one of the nominees for Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year.
Legendary
Jamaica’s Usain Bolt has been named sportsman of the year at the prestigious Laureus Sports Awards.
Bolt has won his third Laureus Award after another dominant Olympic performance on the track at London, winning the gold in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay.
Another, Jamaican Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, the Olympic 100 meters champion, was one of the nominees for Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year.
Legendary
ICANN planning major expansion in Africa
ICANN - The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, the body that regulates the naming systems for websites, has announced plans for major expansion expansion in Africa - this is in line with the rapid economic growth on the continent.
"We’re coming to you", said Fadi Chehadé, ICANN president at the Africa Multi-stakeholder Internet Governance meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The two-day meeting ended Friday after drawing Internet leaders from across the
"We’re coming to you", said Fadi Chehadé, ICANN president at the Africa Multi-stakeholder Internet Governance meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The two-day meeting ended Friday after drawing Internet leaders from across the
Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III confirmed by Senate as commander of U.S. Central Command
Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III
The United States senate has confirmed Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III as the new commander for U.S. Central Command at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.
Austin has been serving as the Army's vice chief of staff at the Pentagon. He is former commander of Fort Bragg and the 18th Airborne Corps, and he previously was commander of U.S. forces in Iraq. He was nominated by President Barack Obama in December to replace Marine Corps Gen. James N. Mattis as head of U.S.
The United States senate has confirmed Gen. Lloyd J. Austin III as the new commander for U.S. Central Command at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida.
Austin has been serving as the Army's vice chief of staff at the Pentagon. He is former commander of Fort Bragg and the 18th Airborne Corps, and he previously was commander of U.S. forces in Iraq. He was nominated by President Barack Obama in December to replace Marine Corps Gen. James N. Mattis as head of U.S.
Jamaica's Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller endorses Whycliffe ‘Dave’ Cameron for WICB president
Jamaica's Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller has declared her support of Jamaican Whycliffe ‘Dave’ Cameron’s bid for the Presidency of the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB).
In her endorsement, Prime Minister Simpson-Miller said Jamaica is a nation of cricket enthusiasts whose cricketers have distinguished themselves with excellent performance at the highest regional and international levels.
The prime minister said that as the region seeks to chart a new course for the
In her endorsement, Prime Minister Simpson-Miller said Jamaica is a nation of cricket enthusiasts whose cricketers have distinguished themselves with excellent performance at the highest regional and international levels.
The prime minister said that as the region seeks to chart a new course for the
Michael Vick cancels book-signing tour because of death threats
Michael Vick. PHOTO/AP
Michael Vick's book-signing tour has been canceled because of threats against him.
Vick, the Philadelphia Eagles' star quarterback was scheduled to sign copies of his autobiography "Finally Free," at Barnes & Noble stores in Atlanta, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The March 26 appearance set for Exton, Pennsylvania, was listed as canceled on the company's website.
A person with knowledge of the situation, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the
Michael Vick's book-signing tour has been canceled because of threats against him.
Vick, the Philadelphia Eagles' star quarterback was scheduled to sign copies of his autobiography "Finally Free," at Barnes & Noble stores in Atlanta, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The March 26 appearance set for Exton, Pennsylvania, was listed as canceled on the company's website.
A person with knowledge of the situation, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the
Sudan, South Sudan agree to resume southern oil exports
(Reuters) - Sudan and South Sudan have agreed to order the resumption of the flow of southern oil exports through pipelines in Sudan within two weeks, more than a year after Juba, South Sudan shut down its entire output, a mediator said on Tuesday.
Landlocked South Sudan, which seceded from Sudan in July 2011, shut down its 350,000 barrel-per-day output in January last year in a dispute with Khartoum, Sudan over fees.
Both countries depended heavily on oil for revenue and the foreign
Landlocked South Sudan, which seceded from Sudan in July 2011, shut down its 350,000 barrel-per-day output in January last year in a dispute with Khartoum, Sudan over fees.
Both countries depended heavily on oil for revenue and the foreign
Monday, March 11, 2013
African Ancestry Inc., the pioneers of genetics-based African roots tracing celebrates 10 year anniversary
(Black PR Wire) - Washington, DC (March 2013) - Ten years ago, African Americans had no way to accurately or reliably determine where they came from in Africa. In 2003, African Ancestry, Inc. (AfricanAncestry.com) arrived on the scene and things changed forever. Not only did the small, black-owned enterprise establish the first and only DNA-based ancestry tracing marketplace for people of African descent, but this first-of-its-kind venture went on to dramatically enhance the way African
Augmenting Africa’s Economic Progress
Florie Liser, Assistant U.S. Trade Representative for Africa
10:00 a.m. - March 11, 2013
By Dennis Matanda
With the flair of a seasoned storyteller, Stephen Lande holds sway over what might have, otherwise, been a mind-numbing topic. Teaching a rigorous course on how Africa navigates global trade dynamics, the adjunct professor brings to life the aphorism that those who were actually there tell it best: Lande was, after all, the first of two assistant U.S. Trade Representatives,
10:00 a.m. - March 11, 2013
By Dennis Matanda
With the flair of a seasoned storyteller, Stephen Lande holds sway over what might have, otherwise, been a mind-numbing topic. Teaching a rigorous course on how Africa navigates global trade dynamics, the adjunct professor brings to life the aphorism that those who were actually there tell it best: Lande was, after all, the first of two assistant U.S. Trade Representatives,
Issa Hayatou re-elected as president of the African soccer confederation (CAF)
Issa Hayatou. PHOTO/FIFA
Issa Hayatou has been re-elected unopposed as president of the African soccer confederation (CAF) for a final four-year term.
The 66-year-old Hayatou was the only candidate and was retained unanimously at a vote in Marrakech on Sunday. FIFA President Sepp Blatter then presented the Cameroonian with a special certificate to commemorate his 25 years at the helm of CAF.
Earlier this month, FIFA executive committee member Jacques Anouma was barred from being a
Issa Hayatou has been re-elected unopposed as president of the African soccer confederation (CAF) for a final four-year term.
The 66-year-old Hayatou was the only candidate and was retained unanimously at a vote in Marrakech on Sunday. FIFA President Sepp Blatter then presented the Cameroonian with a special certificate to commemorate his 25 years at the helm of CAF.
Earlier this month, FIFA executive committee member Jacques Anouma was barred from being a
African-American unemployment unchanged at 13.8% despite an increase in hiring
African-American unemployment remains high at 13.8 percent despite U.S. employers increasing hiring in February, adding 236,000 jobs and pushing the overall unemployment rate down to 7.7 percent from 7.9 percent in January.
African-American teen joblessness rose from 37.8 to 43.1 percent.
Increased hiring shows that businesses are confident about the economy, despite higher taxes and government spending cuts.
The government’s February employment report was filled with mostly
African-American teen joblessness rose from 37.8 to 43.1 percent.
Increased hiring shows that businesses are confident about the economy, despite higher taxes and government spending cuts.
The government’s February employment report was filled with mostly
Reflecting on African Leadership
In the week it was announced that Tiger Woods could recapture his Number One Golfer position in two weeks if he wins at Bay Hill; just as Nelson Mandela is released from hospital after another series of successful tests, and as the papacy and St. Peter's throne slips further and further away from Ghana's Cardinal Peter Turkson, the Bahamas approved off-shore drilling - and Kenya's 2013 election apparently came to its most logical conclusion.
Kenya was always going to be a difficult one
Kenya was always going to be a difficult one
Sunday, March 10, 2013
South Africa: Nelson Mandela released from hospital
Nelson Mandela
Former South African president Nelson Mandela has been discharged from hospital after routine tests and is well, the government said on Sunday.
"The doctors have completed the tests. He is well and as before, his health remains under the management of the medical team," it said in a statement.
Mandela, the 94-year-old anti-apartheid leader, and democracy icon was admitted to hospital on Saturday for a scheduled medical check-up. He spent the night in hospital in the
Former South African president Nelson Mandela has been discharged from hospital after routine tests and is well, the government said on Sunday.
"The doctors have completed the tests. He is well and as before, his health remains under the management of the medical team," it said in a statement.
Mandela, the 94-year-old anti-apartheid leader, and democracy icon was admitted to hospital on Saturday for a scheduled medical check-up. He spent the night in hospital in the
The Bahamas: Gov't to approve offshore oil exploration
Offshore oil exploration will be allowed off the Bahamas, the environmental minister said Sunday, adding that a voter referendum on whether to go forward with full production will be held only after it is determined whether the island chain has commercially viable reserves.
The exploratory drilling will not likely produce enough information to make a decision until late 2014 at the earliest and the referendum could be held the following year, Environmental Minister Kenred Dorsett
The exploratory drilling will not likely produce enough information to make a decision until late 2014 at the earliest and the referendum could be held the following year, Environmental Minister Kenred Dorsett
Tiger Woods wins another World Championship inching his way to No. 1
Tiger Woods in action at Doral. PHOTO/Warren Little /Getty Images
Tiger Woods had full control of his game Sunday and never let anyone get closer than three shots until he had locked up his 17th World Golf Championship title. With a conservative bogey that didn't matter on the final hole, he closed with a 1-under 71 to win the Cadillac Championship.
For the first time in five years, Woods has two wins before the Masters.
It was one year ago at Doral that Woods withdrew after 11
Tiger Woods had full control of his game Sunday and never let anyone get closer than three shots until he had locked up his 17th World Golf Championship title. With a conservative bogey that didn't matter on the final hole, he closed with a 1-under 71 to win the Cadillac Championship.
For the first time in five years, Woods has two wins before the Masters.
It was one year ago at Doral that Woods withdrew after 11
Saturday, March 9, 2013
South Africa: Nelson Mandela hospitalized
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
(Reuters) - Former South African president Nelson Mandela was admitted to hospital on Saturday for a "routine test", his second period of hospital treatment in less than three months, the government said.
A presidential spokesperson revealed that there was "no need for panic" and that doctors were treating Mandela for a pre-existing condition consistent with his age.
It did not reveal any more details about the
(Reuters) - Former South African president Nelson Mandela was admitted to hospital on Saturday for a "routine test", his second period of hospital treatment in less than three months, the government said.
A presidential spokesperson revealed that there was "no need for panic" and that doctors were treating Mandela for a pre-existing condition consistent with his age.
It did not reveal any more details about the
Trinidad rocked by 2nd earthquake in a week
Trinidad was rocked by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 early on Saturday morning, but there were no reports of damage or injury.
The Seismic Research Center of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the earthquake which occurred at 3.21am local time (02:21 EST), was located at 10.94 degrees north and 62.02 degrees west and was situated north of the Paria Peninsular.
The research center said that the earthquake was felt in various parts of the country. It was also felt
The Seismic Research Center of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the earthquake which occurred at 3.21am local time (02:21 EST), was located at 10.94 degrees north and 62.02 degrees west and was situated north of the Paria Peninsular.
The research center said that the earthquake was felt in various parts of the country. It was also felt
Friday, March 8, 2013
Pan-African bank, Ecobank recognized with Celent Model bank award
(Globe Newswire) - Ecobank, the leading pan-African banking group, has been recognized with a Model Bank award from Celent, the financial services, research and consulting firm, for the development and deployment of a comprehensive internet-based corporate cash management service.
The annual award recognizes leading banking solutions that have a clear and sustainable impact on business, improving sales or services, reducing risks or costs, and improving business processes for banks and
The annual award recognizes leading banking solutions that have a clear and sustainable impact on business, improving sales or services, reducing risks or costs, and improving business processes for banks and
Kenya elections: Uhuru Kenyatta wins the presidency with 50.03 percent of vote
Kenyan President-elect Uhuru Kenyatta
The Independent Electoral Commission of Kenya has posted complete results showing that Uhuru Kenyatta has prevailed in the country’s presidential elections by the slimmest of margins, winning 50.03 percent of the vote.
Kenyatta needed to break the 50 percent barrier to avoid a run-off with the other frontrunner, Raila Odinga, but he did so by only 4,099 votes out of more than 12.3 million cast.
In order to win outright, Kenyatta must not only
The Independent Electoral Commission of Kenya has posted complete results showing that Uhuru Kenyatta has prevailed in the country’s presidential elections by the slimmest of margins, winning 50.03 percent of the vote.
Kenyatta needed to break the 50 percent barrier to avoid a run-off with the other frontrunner, Raila Odinga, but he did so by only 4,099 votes out of more than 12.3 million cast.
In order to win outright, Kenyatta must not only
Haiti: Ex-President Rene Preval testifies behind closed doors
Former Haitian President Rene Preval
Former Haitian President Rene Preval testified behind closed doors Thursday as authorities try to revive the investigation into the long-unsolved killing of the country's most celebrated journalist.
Preval showed up early in the morning before spectators or journalists could see him enter the court and he left several hours later, declining to discuss what he told the investigative judge seeking to build a criminal case in the April 2000 slaying of
Former Haitian President Rene Preval testified behind closed doors Thursday as authorities try to revive the investigation into the long-unsolved killing of the country's most celebrated journalist.
Preval showed up early in the morning before spectators or journalists could see him enter the court and he left several hours later, declining to discuss what he told the investigative judge seeking to build a criminal case in the April 2000 slaying of
Technology-based entrepreneurship initiative launched on HBCU institutions
Representatives of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) community have launched an effort to stream a techology-based entrepreneurship initiative at Black institutions.
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF), in partnership with the White House Initiative on HBCUs, led the effort organizing the “HBCU Startup and Innovation Initiative.”
The initiative was created mainly to expose Black students to the leading practices within (science, technology, engineering, and
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF), in partnership with the White House Initiative on HBCUs, led the effort organizing the “HBCU Startup and Innovation Initiative.”
The initiative was created mainly to expose Black students to the leading practices within (science, technology, engineering, and
Liberia signs oil exploration agreement with majors COPL, ExxonMobil
The National Oil Company of Liberia (NOCAL) has signed an exploration agreement with the Canadian Overseas Petroleum Ltd. (COPL) and ExxonMobil for exploration of Liberia’s offshore Block 13 (LB-13).
Landing the world's largest private sector oil company will add heft to Liberia's nascent oil industry. The deal comes as the West African state is seeking to overhaul its petroleum policy and bolster transparency.
"The president feels that this deal is in the best interests of the
Landing the world's largest private sector oil company will add heft to Liberia's nascent oil industry. The deal comes as the West African state is seeking to overhaul its petroleum policy and bolster transparency.
"The president feels that this deal is in the best interests of the
Prime Ministers Simpson-Miller and Persad-Bissessar pledge to end violence and discrimination against women
Jamaica’s Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller with Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. PHOTO/Ranu Abhelakh/Reuters
The Caribbean only two women heads of government Friday pledged to end violence and discrimination against women in their respective countries as they joined the global community in observing International Women’s Day.
Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and her Jamaican counterpart, Portia Simpson-Miller said the
The Caribbean only two women heads of government Friday pledged to end violence and discrimination against women in their respective countries as they joined the global community in observing International Women’s Day.
Trinidad & Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar and her Jamaican counterpart, Portia Simpson-Miller said the
We Are Empowered: Alicia Keys wants to change the way women think about HIV
(Black PR Wire) - Menlo Park, CA, March 7, 2013 - Fourteen-time Grammy Award-winning artist and HIV advocate Alicia Keys has teamed up with Greater Than AIDS to launch EMPOWERED, a new public information campaign to reach women in the U.S. about HIV/AIDS. Being released in the lead-up to National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (March 10), the ongoing EMPOWERED campaign includes targeted public service ads (PSAs) and community engagement opportunities.
Approximately 280,000 people
Approximately 280,000 people
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Doing business in Africa: 10 things no one ever told you
Recently, Africa.com’s CEO and founder Teresa Clarke was invited to deliver a speech on doing business in Africa to a packed room in the White House, full of CEOs and investors. She delivered the following ten tips, the ten things no one ever tells you. The audience left the room confident and ready to engage with the continent; you will be too.
1). The African business culture, similar to the Asian business culture, is driven more by relationships and less by transactions.
2).
1). The African business culture, similar to the Asian business culture, is driven more by relationships and less by transactions.
2).
Senator Tim Scott opening offices around South Carolina
U.S. Senator Tim Scott. PHOTO/Sandra Ecklund/WCIV
South Carolina's newest lawmaker in Washington, Sen. Tim Scott (Republican), is opening up new offices in his home state.
Scott is officially opening up his offices Thursday in Columbia, North Charleston and Greenville.
Scott previously represented South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. In January, Gov. Nikki Haley appointed him to fill the remainder of Jim DeMint's term. DeMint resigned to take the helm of the Heritage
South Carolina's newest lawmaker in Washington, Sen. Tim Scott (Republican), is opening up new offices in his home state.
Scott is officially opening up his offices Thursday in Columbia, North Charleston and Greenville.
Scott previously represented South Carolina's 1st Congressional District. In January, Gov. Nikki Haley appointed him to fill the remainder of Jim DeMint's term. DeMint resigned to take the helm of the Heritage
Obama signing expanded Violence Against Women Act
U.S. President Barack Obama
President Barack Obama says an expanded anti-violence bill is a ‘‘victory’’ for advocates and survivors of domestic violence.
Obama is speaking at a signing ceremony for the bill, which extends domestic violence protections.
The law strengthens those protections for victims who are attacked on tribal land. It also makes clear that lesbians, gays and immigrants should have equal access to the law’s programs.
The president says the original
President Barack Obama says an expanded anti-violence bill is a ‘‘victory’’ for advocates and survivors of domestic violence.
Obama is speaking at a signing ceremony for the bill, which extends domestic violence protections.
The law strengthens those protections for victims who are attacked on tribal land. It also makes clear that lesbians, gays and immigrants should have equal access to the law’s programs.
The president says the original
U.N. security council extends African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia for another year
The Security Council yesterday extended for another year the mandate of the African Union peacekeeping force in Somalia, as it continues to consider a revised United Nations presence there, and partially lifted the 20-year-old arms embargo imposed on the country.
Created and operated by the African Union in January 2007, the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) received a UN mandate from the Security Council the following month, and has been renewed ever since. It is mandated to
Created and operated by the African Union in January 2007, the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) received a UN mandate from the Security Council the following month, and has been renewed ever since. It is mandated to
Jamaica: Largest trade unions sign contract with Gov't for wage freeze
Two of the biggest trade unions in Jamaica have signed a contract with the government to freeze wages for state workers for three more years.
The government of Jamaica reached the wage restraint deal with leaders of the Civil Service Association and the Confederation of Trade Unions on Wednesday.
Public sector employees have been working under a pay freeze for the last five years.
(More: A Stellar Record of Failure: The IMF and Jamaica)
The police syndicate and other unions have
The government of Jamaica reached the wage restraint deal with leaders of the Civil Service Association and the Confederation of Trade Unions on Wednesday.
Public sector employees have been working under a pay freeze for the last five years.
(More: A Stellar Record of Failure: The IMF and Jamaica)
The police syndicate and other unions have
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
United States losing ground, ceding economic opportunities in trade with Africa - Sen. Coons
Senator Chris Coons. PHOTO/Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images
Delaware lawmaker says the United States ignores trading opportunities in Africa at its peril.
Democratic Senator Chris Coons, who chairs the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on African Affairs, says the United States is "losing ground and ceding economic opportunities" regarding trade in sub-Saharan Africa.
Senator Coons is calling for a comprehensive strategy to increase economic engagement with Africa.
Delaware lawmaker says the United States ignores trading opportunities in Africa at its peril.
Democratic Senator Chris Coons, who chairs the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on African Affairs, says the United States is "losing ground and ceding economic opportunities" regarding trade in sub-Saharan Africa.
Senator Coons is calling for a comprehensive strategy to increase economic engagement with Africa.
S&P raises Jamaica credit rating after completion of debt exchange
Standard & Poor’s (S&P) has raised Jamaica’s foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings to “CCC+” and out of default. The move comes after the completion of Jamaica’s debt restructuring.
The new rating will reflect S&P’s “assessment of the Jamaica government’s continued vulnerability to adverse external shocks, its low level of international reserves, and the risks to a successful implementation of its reform program in conjunction with assistance from the
The new rating will reflect S&P’s “assessment of the Jamaica government’s continued vulnerability to adverse external shocks, its low level of international reserves, and the risks to a successful implementation of its reform program in conjunction with assistance from the
Award-winning journalist, Ronald E. Childs named Executive Editor of The Chicago Defender
Ronald E. Childs
Award-winning journalist, Ronald E. Childs has been named Executive Editor of The Chicago Defender, one of the oldest African-American newspapers in the United States.
Childs, will oversee the editorial content of the newspaper and its digital platforms.
The Chicago Defender, which was founded in 1905, is the flagship publication of Detroit-based Real Times Media roster which also includes The New Pittsburgh Courier, The Memphis Tri-State Defender, The Michigan
Award-winning journalist, Ronald E. Childs has been named Executive Editor of The Chicago Defender, one of the oldest African-American newspapers in the United States.
Childs, will oversee the editorial content of the newspaper and its digital platforms.
The Chicago Defender, which was founded in 1905, is the flagship publication of Detroit-based Real Times Media roster which also includes The New Pittsburgh Courier, The Memphis Tri-State Defender, The Michigan
Jamaica's Yohan Blake to begin 2013 campaign in Doha
Yohan Blake in action during his 200m semi-final at the London 2012 Olympic Stadium. PHOTO/Ben Curtis/AP
Jamaica’s Yohan Blake, the World 100 metres champion, will open his 2013 Samsung Diamond League campaign at the Doha 2013 meeting on Friday 10 May.
It will be the first time that the 23 year old Olympic double sprint silver medalist will be competing in Qatar and organisers have expressed their excitement over Blake’s upcoming appearance.
“We are really looking forward to
Jamaica’s Yohan Blake, the World 100 metres champion, will open his 2013 Samsung Diamond League campaign at the Doha 2013 meeting on Friday 10 May.
It will be the first time that the 23 year old Olympic double sprint silver medalist will be competing in Qatar and organisers have expressed their excitement over Blake’s upcoming appearance.
“We are really looking forward to
Nigeria stock market surge will continue in 2013
Traders on the floor of the Nigerian Stock exchange. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Nigerian stock market bulls say last year's surge in share prices will continue throughout 2013, citing falling bond yields and strong earnings as powerful lures for investors to return to the market.
Nigeria ended 2012 as the second best performing stock market in Africa behind Uganda, after sub-Saharan Africa's second biggest index rose 35 percent.
So far this year, it has risen 18.2 percent, vastly
(Reuters) - Nigerian stock market bulls say last year's surge in share prices will continue throughout 2013, citing falling bond yields and strong earnings as powerful lures for investors to return to the market.
Nigeria ended 2012 as the second best performing stock market in Africa behind Uganda, after sub-Saharan Africa's second biggest index rose 35 percent.
So far this year, it has risen 18.2 percent, vastly
Some members of NYPD oppose Stop and Frisk - NAACP
Policewoman frisking man. PHOTO/Hill Street Studios
The head of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) has indicated that there are some members of the NYPD (New York Police Department) opposed to the city's policy of street stops - known simply as "stop and frisk"
Benjamin Jealous, president of the NAACP, told a Brooklyn church congregation on Sunday that the civil rights group is hearing from its members who are NYPD officers.
The NYPD's practice
The head of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) has indicated that there are some members of the NYPD (New York Police Department) opposed to the city's policy of street stops - known simply as "stop and frisk"
Benjamin Jealous, president of the NAACP, told a Brooklyn church congregation on Sunday that the civil rights group is hearing from its members who are NYPD officers.
The NYPD's practice
Reflecting on the Kenya Presidential Election
Uhuru Kenyatta, Potential President-elect, 2013
Between late 2007 and early 2008, when President Mwai Kibaki was declared winner of a much contested presidential election, supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement – Raila Odinga’s party – claimed that there had been widespread skullduggery in the process. In 2013, Raila Odinga, now Kenya’s Prime Minister contested the presidency again after five years of reparations, retributive and reconstructive justice. A new constitution
Between late 2007 and early 2008, when President Mwai Kibaki was declared winner of a much contested presidential election, supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement – Raila Odinga’s party – claimed that there had been widespread skullduggery in the process. In 2013, Raila Odinga, now Kenya’s Prime Minister contested the presidency again after five years of reparations, retributive and reconstructive justice. A new constitution
Reflecting on the Kenya Presidential Election
Uhuru Kenyatta, Potential President-elect, 2013
Between late 2007 and early 2008, when President Mwai Kibaki was declared winner of a much contested presidential election, supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement – Raila Odinga’s party – claimed that there had been widespread skullduggery in the process. In 2013, Raila Odinga, now Kenya’s Prime Minister contested the presidency again after five years of reparations, retributive and reconstructive justice. A new constitution
Between late 2007 and early 2008, when President Mwai Kibaki was declared winner of a much contested presidential election, supporters of the Orange Democratic Movement – Raila Odinga’s party – claimed that there had been widespread skullduggery in the process. In 2013, Raila Odinga, now Kenya’s Prime Minister contested the presidency again after five years of reparations, retributive and reconstructive justice. A new constitution
Haiti: Duvalier hospitalized
Jean-Claude Duvalier
An attorney for Jean-Claude Duvalier said Monday that his client was hospitalized for an unspecified illness just after the former ruler testified last week in court about alleged human rights abuses and embezzlement associated with his 15-year rule.
Lawyer Reynold Georges said Monday night that Duvalier wasn't feeling well before the Thursday court hearing and his doctor advised him not to testify. "I decided otherwise" and urged him to attend, Georges
An attorney for Jean-Claude Duvalier said Monday that his client was hospitalized for an unspecified illness just after the former ruler testified last week in court about alleged human rights abuses and embezzlement associated with his 15-year rule.
Lawyer Reynold Georges said Monday night that Duvalier wasn't feeling well before the Thursday court hearing and his doctor advised him not to testify. "I decided otherwise" and urged him to attend, Georges
Aliko Dangote is still the richest black man - net worth: $16.1 billion
Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive of Nigeria’s Dangote Group speaks during the final session of the World Economic Forum on Africa meeting in Cape Town June 6, 2008. PHOTO/Mike Hutchings/REUTERS
Aliko Dangote is still Africa's richest man - and by extension the richest black man, globally.
He is US$4.9 billion richer than he was last year on account of the rising value of his publicly-listed holdings in Nigerian blue chips like Dangote Cement, Dangote Sugar, National Salt
Aliko Dangote is still Africa's richest man - and by extension the richest black man, globally.
He is US$4.9 billion richer than he was last year on account of the rising value of his publicly-listed holdings in Nigerian blue chips like Dangote Cement, Dangote Sugar, National Salt
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
This Is Africa
Listen to music from all over the African continent
This is Africa offers non-stop music, new releases and entertainment updates for a new generation from all over the African
This is Africa offers non-stop music, new releases and entertainment updates for a new generation from all over the African
Obama reaching out to some Republican senators to resolve sequester
U.S. President Barack Obama greets Republican leaders, Speaker John Boehner (c) and Eric Cantor (r). PHOTO/ Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images
After weeks of stalemate with Republican leadership over a deal to replace the wide-ranging, across-the-board spending cuts known as sequestration, President Obama has been reaching out and speaking with a new set of Republican lawmakers -- the so-called "common sense caucus" -- about the nation's fiscal issues and the possibility for a deal to resolve
After weeks of stalemate with Republican leadership over a deal to replace the wide-ranging, across-the-board spending cuts known as sequestration, President Obama has been reaching out and speaking with a new set of Republican lawmakers -- the so-called "common sense caucus" -- about the nation's fiscal issues and the possibility for a deal to resolve
Kenya elections: Uhuru Kenyatta strenthens lead with over half the ballots counted
Uhuru Kenyatta on the campaign trail
With over 50 percent of the ballots counted, Uhuru Kenyatta and his running mate have established a wide lead.
The most recent numbers indicate that Kenyatta was leading his nearest opponent Raila Odinga, by 54 percent of the vote to 42 percent.
Kenyans voted Monday for a new president, for new governors and new senators.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya expects to preliminary results in the presidential race by
With over 50 percent of the ballots counted, Uhuru Kenyatta and his running mate have established a wide lead.
The most recent numbers indicate that Kenyatta was leading his nearest opponent Raila Odinga, by 54 percent of the vote to 42 percent.
Kenyans voted Monday for a new president, for new governors and new senators.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya expects to preliminary results in the presidential race by
CARICOM member states endorse regional energy policy
Wigton wind farm in Manchester, Jamaica. PHOTO/Jamaica Gleaner
CARICOM (Caribbean Community) member states have endorsed a regional energy policy that will guide the 15-member grouping in its pursuit of energy efficiency and renewable energy.
The endorsement of the energy policy was implemented during a meeting of the CARICOM Council of Trade and Economic Development held in Trinidad & Tobago this past weekend.
The goal of the regional energy policy is the fundamental
CARICOM (Caribbean Community) member states have endorsed a regional energy policy that will guide the 15-member grouping in its pursuit of energy efficiency and renewable energy.
The endorsement of the energy policy was implemented during a meeting of the CARICOM Council of Trade and Economic Development held in Trinidad & Tobago this past weekend.
The goal of the regional energy policy is the fundamental
Black Enterprise Holds Symposium on America's Public Education Challenges
Black Enterprise, with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, presented "Today's Business Crisis: Educating Tomorrow's Workforce". The symposium and featured dinner was part of the Black Enterprise signature event, Women of Power, where more than a thousand leading African American women from across the nation met to rejuvenate and discuss their business, career, life and family challenges and solutions.
"This was the perfect venue," says Sonia Alleyne, Black Enterprise
"This was the perfect venue," says Sonia Alleyne, Black Enterprise
Intel becomes the latest tech firm to seek partnerships with African tech hubs
African tech hub logos
Global technology giant, Intel is seeking talent from Africa to expand their business on the continent.
Last week, the company entered into a partnership with iHub Nairobi (Kenya) and AfriLabs to improve the quality of local apps and increase the uptake of technology in the region.
AfriLabs is a network of 14 tech hubs and labs in Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Zambia, Madagascar, South Africa, Cameroon, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria and Senegal.
In the new
Global technology giant, Intel is seeking talent from Africa to expand their business on the continent.
Last week, the company entered into a partnership with iHub Nairobi (Kenya) and AfriLabs to improve the quality of local apps and increase the uptake of technology in the region.
AfriLabs is a network of 14 tech hubs and labs in Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Zambia, Madagascar, South Africa, Cameroon, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria and Senegal.
In the new
Monday, March 4, 2013
Kenya elections: Uhuru Kenyatta opens early lead in presidential race
Vote counting is currently under way in Kenya's general election, an impressive turnout kept some polling stations open beyond the official time - past the 18:00 local time (10:00 EST) deadline.
It is estimated that approximately 70 percent of all registered voters turned out to vote for the new President, governors, and senators.
It is now apparently clear that the presidential race is between front runners Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga.
Provisional results indicate that Mr.
It is estimated that approximately 70 percent of all registered voters turned out to vote for the new President, governors, and senators.
It is now apparently clear that the presidential race is between front runners Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga.
Provisional results indicate that Mr.
Grenada Prime Minister Keith Mitchell vows to spur economy and ‘engage the world’
Grenada Prime Minister Keith Mitchell
Grenada’s newly elected Prime Minister Keith Mitchell put his cabinet on alert after taking office – telling them that the government will not be business as usual.
“Grenada is ready to engage the world,” Mitchell said to regional leaders and Grenadians, who came out in their numbers to witness the inauguration of his ministers on Sunday.
Getting the economic engine running, the Grenadian leader promised to implement fresh initiatives
Grenada’s newly elected Prime Minister Keith Mitchell put his cabinet on alert after taking office – telling them that the government will not be business as usual.
“Grenada is ready to engage the world,” Mitchell said to regional leaders and Grenadians, who came out in their numbers to witness the inauguration of his ministers on Sunday.
Getting the economic engine running, the Grenadian leader promised to implement fresh initiatives
Rodney Bennett becomes first African-American to preside at the University of Southern Mississippi
New president of the University of Southern Mississippi.,Dr. Rodney Bennett
More than 50 years ago, the president of an all-white university in Mississippi went to such great lengths to keep a black man from enrolling as a student, that he had the man arrested on trumped up charges and sent to prison.
Treated harshly behind the walls of the historic Parchman penitentiary, that man, a Korean War veteran, was forced to work on their cotton plantation until he collapsed from the pangs of
More than 50 years ago, the president of an all-white university in Mississippi went to such great lengths to keep a black man from enrolling as a student, that he had the man arrested on trumped up charges and sent to prison.
Treated harshly behind the walls of the historic Parchman penitentiary, that man, a Korean War veteran, was forced to work on their cotton plantation until he collapsed from the pangs of
3.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Trinidad
An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.8 shook parts of Trinidad on Monday but there were no reports of damage or injuries.
The St. Augustine-based Seismic Research Center of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the earthquake occurred at 9.23am local time (08:23 EST) on the Paria Peninsular west of Trinidad.
It said the event was located at 10.66 degrees north and 62.07 degrees west and that it was felt in the capital, Port of Spain and the western Diego Martin
The St. Augustine-based Seismic Research Center of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the earthquake occurred at 9.23am local time (08:23 EST) on the Paria Peninsular west of Trinidad.
It said the event was located at 10.66 degrees north and 62.07 degrees west and that it was felt in the capital, Port of Spain and the western Diego Martin
Court of Arbitration for Sport upholds sprinter Steve Mullings life time ban
Steve Mullings. PHOTO/Getty Images
(Reuters) - Jamaican sprinter Steve Mullings has lost his appeal against a lifetime ban from athletics, imposed in November 2011 for a second doping offense, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said on Monday.
Mullings, 30, who won a gold medal in the 4x100 meters relay at the 2009 world championships in Berlin, tested positive for testosterone in 2004 and for the banned diuretic furosemide in 2011.
The sprinter, who missed the Athens Olympics
(Reuters) - Jamaican sprinter Steve Mullings has lost his appeal against a lifetime ban from athletics, imposed in November 2011 for a second doping offense, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said on Monday.
Mullings, 30, who won a gold medal in the 4x100 meters relay at the 2009 world championships in Berlin, tested positive for testosterone in 2004 and for the banned diuretic furosemide in 2011.
The sprinter, who missed the Athens Olympics
Kenya elections 2013: Second Presidential Debate
Presidential candidates in Kenya held their second debate on February 25, 2013 in a run up to the presidential elections to be held on March 4,
Oprah Winfrey selected as a Principal Speaker at Harvard University commencement
Oprah Winfrey
Talk show host and media entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey has been selected as one of the principal speakers at Harvard University's commencement.
Winfrey, who has used her success to promote education, civic engagement, and charitable works, will be the principal speaker at the afternoon exercises at Harvard's 362nd commencement on May 30.
Harvard President Drew Faust said in a statement Monday that Winfrey's journey from her grandmother's Mississippi farm to one of the
Talk show host and media entrepreneur Oprah Winfrey has been selected as one of the principal speakers at Harvard University's commencement.
Winfrey, who has used her success to promote education, civic engagement, and charitable works, will be the principal speaker at the afternoon exercises at Harvard's 362nd commencement on May 30.
Harvard President Drew Faust said in a statement Monday that Winfrey's journey from her grandmother's Mississippi farm to one of the
Atlanta Business League annual congress to examine the state of Black Business
"Spending Black and Putting Back" is the theme of the Atlanta Business League's Sixth Annual Congress on the State of Black Business owned Business, March 19, 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Allen Entrepreneurial Institute in Lithonia.
As the metropolitan area's leading business organization for African-American owned enterprises, the Atlanta Business League annually convenes the "Congress" to address how African-Americans can leverage more than US$1 trillion in consumer spending as fuel for
As the metropolitan area's leading business organization for African-American owned enterprises, the Atlanta Business League annually convenes the "Congress" to address how African-Americans can leverage more than US$1 trillion in consumer spending as fuel for
Africa Straight Up
"If you don't like someone's story, write your own" - Chinua Achebe
Africa cannot -- and should not -- be limited to a single narrative. "Africa Straight Up" is a more complete story about Africa and its diaspora.
"Africa Straight Up", seeks to dispel all the stereotypes that exist about Africa. It takes its viewers on a journey across the continent to show how deep, rich, and complex Africa truly is.
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Africa cannot -- and should not -- be limited to a single narrative. "Africa Straight Up" is a more complete story about Africa and its diaspora.
"Africa Straight Up", seeks to dispel all the stereotypes that exist about Africa. It takes its viewers on a journey across the continent to show how deep, rich, and complex Africa truly is.
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West Indies women beat Sri Lanka to a 2-0 lead in the Twenty20 International series
West Indies women celebrate after defeating Sri Lanka on Feb 26 2013. PHOTO/Jamaica Gleaner
West Indies Women easily rolled over Sri Lanka Women by six wickets to cruise to a 2-0 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International series in Colombo, Sri Lanka yesterday.
The West Indies restricted the hosts to a total of 73 for eight off the allotted 20 overs and then marched to their target off 15.4 overs at the R Premadasa Stadium.
Kyshona Knight top scored with 24 not out off 31 balls
West Indies Women easily rolled over Sri Lanka Women by six wickets to cruise to a 2-0 lead in the five-match Twenty20 International series in Colombo, Sri Lanka yesterday.
The West Indies restricted the hosts to a total of 73 for eight off the allotted 20 overs and then marched to their target off 15.4 overs at the R Premadasa Stadium.
Kyshona Knight top scored with 24 not out off 31 balls
African American leaders and Vice President Biden re-enact voting rights march
African American leaders and Vice President Joe Biden commemorating a famous civil rights march on Sunday said efforts to diminish the impact of African Americans' votes haven't stopped in the years since the 1965 Voting Rights Act added millions to Southern voter rolls.
More than 5,000 people followed Vice President Biden and U.S. Rep. John Lewis, Democrat, Georgia., across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma's annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee.
The event commemorates the "Bloody
More than 5,000 people followed Vice President Biden and U.S. Rep. John Lewis, Democrat, Georgia., across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma's annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee.
The event commemorates the "Bloody
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Richard Turere - Kenyan teen invents "Lion Lights", a gadget that protects family’s livestock and save lions
Richard Turere. PHOTO/Paula Kahumbu
Richard Turere 13, is a young Maasai boy who lives in Kenya's wilderness, and has been responsible for tending his family’s cattle since he was 9.
Often, he'd discover that lions had attacked in the middle of the night, feeding on the cattle his family needed to survive. "I grew up hating lions very much," Turere told CNN. "They used to come at night and feed on our cattle when we were sleeping."
When Turere was 11, he had an idea that would
Richard Turere 13, is a young Maasai boy who lives in Kenya's wilderness, and has been responsible for tending his family’s cattle since he was 9.
Often, he'd discover that lions had attacked in the middle of the night, feeding on the cattle his family needed to survive. "I grew up hating lions very much," Turere told CNN. "They used to come at night and feed on our cattle when we were sleeping."
When Turere was 11, he had an idea that would
Antigua & Barbuda explores business process outsourcing potential
The Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority (ABIA) recently hosted Kirk Laughlin, founder/editorial director of Nearshore Americas, who visited the island-nation last week to gain insight on the business process outsourcing potential of the country.
While in the island-nation, Laughlin met with government officials including Minister of Telecommunications Dr Edmond Mansoor.
"We are in constant pursuit to find out what markets in Latin America and the Caribbean provide for our space.
While in the island-nation, Laughlin met with government officials including Minister of Telecommunications Dr Edmond Mansoor.
"We are in constant pursuit to find out what markets in Latin America and the Caribbean provide for our space.
Obama retains high approval ratings despite sequestration - poll
U.S. President Barack Obama
The latest nationwide poll of likely voters by Zogby Analytics shows a majority - 51 percent, approving of President Barack Obama‘s job performance. A substantial minority, 46 percent, disapprove of his performance. The new Zogby Poll, conducted online of a random sample of 1500 likely voters on February 27, reveals that the President is holding on to the base of supporters that re-elected him last November.
Women (55 percent approve, 42 percent
The latest nationwide poll of likely voters by Zogby Analytics shows a majority - 51 percent, approving of President Barack Obama‘s job performance. A substantial minority, 46 percent, disapprove of his performance. The new Zogby Poll, conducted online of a random sample of 1500 likely voters on February 27, reveals that the President is holding on to the base of supporters that re-elected him last November.
Women (55 percent approve, 42 percent
Kenya votes for new President, Governos and Senators in Monday's election
Kenyans choose a new president on Monday in a closely contested
election that has divided the east African nation.
Kenya has rolled out new technology in an attempt to ensure Monday's presidential election is transparent - once votes are counted, the results from each polling station will be electronically transmitted to the central election commission, as well as being publicly displayed.
The new system, similar to the one used in Ghana's smooth presidential vote in 2012, aims to
election that has divided the east African nation.
Kenya has rolled out new technology in an attempt to ensure Monday's presidential election is transparent - once votes are counted, the results from each polling station will be electronically transmitted to the central election commission, as well as being publicly displayed.
The new system, similar to the one used in Ghana's smooth presidential vote in 2012, aims to
Friday, March 1, 2013
Venus Williams advances to Brazil Tennis Cup semis
Venus Williams in action at the Brazil Tennis Cup against Garbine Muguruza of Spain
Venus Williams beat fifth-seeded Magdalena Rybarikova of Slovakia 6-4, 6-0 on Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Brazil Tennis Cup.
The top-seeded American broke Rybarikova's serve at 5-4 to win the first set and quickly took control of the second to clinch the victory in 1 hour, 25 minutes at the hard court tournament in southern Brazil.
Williams faced nine break points to the 52nd-ranked
Venus Williams beat fifth-seeded Magdalena Rybarikova of Slovakia 6-4, 6-0 on Thursday to reach the semifinals of the Brazil Tennis Cup.
The top-seeded American broke Rybarikova's serve at 5-4 to win the first set and quickly took control of the second to clinch the victory in 1 hour, 25 minutes at the hard court tournament in southern Brazil.
Williams faced nine break points to the 52nd-ranked
Barbados: Newly re-elected Prime Minister Stuart names cabinet
Newly re-elected Barbados Prime Minister Freundel Stuart
One week after his ruling Democratic Labor Party (DLP) won the general elections, Prime Minister Freundel Stuart has announced the composition of his cabinet dropping former Commerce and Trade minister Haynesley Benn.
Prime Minister Stuart said the new members of his cabinet had been chosen in pursuit of his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of leadership.
As a result, there have been changes to portfolios with
One week after his ruling Democratic Labor Party (DLP) won the general elections, Prime Minister Freundel Stuart has announced the composition of his cabinet dropping former Commerce and Trade minister Haynesley Benn.
Prime Minister Stuart said the new members of his cabinet had been chosen in pursuit of his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of leadership.
As a result, there have been changes to portfolios with
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