Sunrise Airways has set a November 1, 2013 start date for its new flights between its home base in Port-au-Prince, Haiti and Holguín, a resort city in southeastern Cuba.
The new flights, initially announced September 23, 2013, will operate twice-weekly on an air/hotel charter basis at the onset, with packages available for purchase exclusively via travel agencies throughout Haiti and Cuba.
“All of us at Sunrise Airways are extremely excited to establish this vital new
Thursday, October 31, 2013
New regulations may impact growth in Nigerian bank sector
New regulations in Nigeria that will reduce fee income and raise reserve requirements could curb growth in the financial sector.
Nigerian banks enjoyed a prosperous 2012, coming off a productive period of recovery that saw a wave a consolidation in the sector and the Asset Management Company of Nigeria (AMCON) soaking up N4.5 trillion (US$27.8 billionn) in toxic assets.
Banks in the Francophone region have remained stable due to the strict polices of the CFA franc zone.
The list of
Nigerian banks enjoyed a prosperous 2012, coming off a productive period of recovery that saw a wave a consolidation in the sector and the Asset Management Company of Nigeria (AMCON) soaking up N4.5 trillion (US$27.8 billionn) in toxic assets.
Banks in the Francophone region have remained stable due to the strict polices of the CFA franc zone.
The list of
Cory Booker sworn in as U.S. Senator from New Jersey
Newly sworn in Sen. Cory Booker (l), his mother Carolyn with Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid
New Jersey's Cory Booker has been sworn in as a U.S. senator.
This is the latest chapter in the former Newark mayor's meteoric rise to stardom.
Booker, 44, a Democrat, is the first black senator from New Jersey and the first black senator to be elected since Barack Obama won his Illinois seat in 2004.
Booker was sworn at noon today by Vice President Joe Biden in the Old Senate
New Jersey's Cory Booker has been sworn in as a U.S. senator.
This is the latest chapter in the former Newark mayor's meteoric rise to stardom.
Booker, 44, a Democrat, is the first black senator from New Jersey and the first black senator to be elected since Barack Obama won his Illinois seat in 2004.
Booker was sworn at noon today by Vice President Joe Biden in the Old Senate
No threat of Jamaican athletes being banned as WADA audits JADCO
Fears of Jamaican athletes been barred from taking part in international track and field events have been allayed following a two day extraordinary audit of the island-nation's drug testing policies by the World Anti-doping Agency (WADA) that ended on Tuesday.
While the results of the audit on the Jamaica Anti-doping Commission (JADCO) will not be known for maybe another two weeks reports coming out of the government are that there has not been any talk of Jamaica being declared
While the results of the audit on the Jamaica Anti-doping Commission (JADCO) will not be known for maybe another two weeks reports coming out of the government are that there has not been any talk of Jamaica being declared
South Africa: Industrial action looms in platinum sector resulting from wage dispute between union and Lonmin
(Reuters) - South Africa's Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU) declared a wage dispute on Thursday with platinum producer Lonmin, raising the prospect of sector-wide industrial action in the local platinum industry.
AMCU spokesman Jimmy Gama told reporters the union would remain in talks with the world's third largest platinum producer, but if no progress was made a government mediator would try to resolve the deadlock.
Industrial action across the platinum belt
AMCU spokesman Jimmy Gama told reporters the union would remain in talks with the world's third largest platinum producer, but if no progress was made a government mediator would try to resolve the deadlock.
Industrial action across the platinum belt
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Madagascar Presidential Election: Jean Louis Robinson leads in vote count
Jean Louis Robinson - a former health minister in Madagascar backed by ousted President Marc Ravalomanana took the lead in early vote counting in presidential elections, according to the country’s electoral agency.
As of going to press, Robinson, of the Avana party, has captured 27.8 percent of votes cast, based on the results from about half of the 20,001 polling stations, according to Madagascar’s electoral agency based in the capital, Antananarivo. Finance Minister Hery
As of going to press, Robinson, of the Avana party, has captured 27.8 percent of votes cast, based on the results from about half of the 20,001 polling stations, according to Madagascar’s electoral agency based in the capital, Antananarivo. Finance Minister Hery
Uruguay to withdraw from Haiti UN Peacekeepers
Uruguay's president says he plans to remove his country's nearly 1,000 peacekeeping troops from Haiti.
Jose Mujica said Tuesday he will withdraw the contingent but is not giving a date.
The 9,000-strong UN peacekeeping mission in Haiti was established by the U.N. Security Council in 2004.
The force has been under intense scrutiny for years and is blamed for a cholera outbreak likely introduced by a peacekeeping battalion from Nepal.
Last year, protesters calling for the
Jose Mujica said Tuesday he will withdraw the contingent but is not giving a date.
The 9,000-strong UN peacekeeping mission in Haiti was established by the U.N. Security Council in 2004.
The force has been under intense scrutiny for years and is blamed for a cholera outbreak likely introduced by a peacekeeping battalion from Nepal.
Last year, protesters calling for the
PurchaseBlack.com - Black-owned online shopping mall with products for the African American customer
PurchaseBlack.com, the new home for African American online shopping, is inviting high quality small, medium, and large businesses to offer their products on its new e-commerce platform. By using this new sales channel, businesses can better target customers with a partner focused on being the preferred destination for African American shoppers.
Started in Austin, Texas, PurchaseBlack.com offers an extremely well built marketplace enabling businesses to expand their online presence while
Started in Austin, Texas, PurchaseBlack.com offers an extremely well built marketplace enabling businesses to expand their online presence while
South Africa: "Blade Runner" Oscar Pistorious faces 2 additional firearm charges
Double amputee Oscar Pistorius of South Africa at the London 2012 Olympic Games. PHOTO/Olivier Morin/AFP/GettyImages
Prosecutors accusing Oscar Pistorius of premeditated murder will add two more charges believed to relate to firing guns in public to the indictment against him, apparently to show another side to the inspiring double-amputee Olympian: Reckless and trigger-happy.
Pistorius now faces charges of murder, illegal possession of ammunition and two other counts of breaking
Prosecutors accusing Oscar Pistorius of premeditated murder will add two more charges believed to relate to firing guns in public to the indictment against him, apparently to show another side to the inspiring double-amputee Olympian: Reckless and trigger-happy.
Pistorius now faces charges of murder, illegal possession of ammunition and two other counts of breaking
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Report: Jamaica leads in the Caribbean with ease of doing business
The Bahamas, Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago are leading the Caribbean in improving the region’s business climate, according to a new "Doing Business" report released on Tuesday by the World Bank.
The report revealed that the three Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries took steps to improve their business regulatory environment over the past year.
The report lists Antigua & Barbuda, the Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts & Nevis,
The report revealed that the three Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries took steps to improve their business regulatory environment over the past year.
The report lists Antigua & Barbuda, the Bahamas, Barbados, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, St. Kitts & Nevis,
Ethiopia on track to becoming regional exporter of energy as in commissions Africa's largest Wind Farm - Ashegoda Wind Farm
(Reuters) - Ethiopia has commissioned Africa's biggest wind farm - Ashegoda Wind Farm, and in the process diversified electricity generation from hydropower plants and places the country in a position to become a major regional exporter of energy.
Ethiopia plans to boost generating capacity from 2,000 MW to 10,000 MW within the next three to five years, much of it coming from the 6,000 MW Grand Renaissance Dam under construction on the Nile river.
The plan also consists of raising
Ethiopia plans to boost generating capacity from 2,000 MW to 10,000 MW within the next three to five years, much of it coming from the 6,000 MW Grand Renaissance Dam under construction on the Nile river.
The plan also consists of raising
Executive Leadership Foundation Awards North Carolina Central University $350,000 grant for Youth Program and Entrepreneurship
(PRNewswire) - Alexandria, Virginia - The Executive Leadership Foundation awarded the North Carolina Central University (a public historically black university - HBCU) a grant of US$350,000 during its annual Recognition Gala on Thursday, October 24, 2013.
The grant was provided under Executive Leadership Foundation's Community Impact Initiative, a national program aimed at closing the achievement gap among black middle and high school students. Previous grantees include INROADS, LEAD and
The grant was provided under Executive Leadership Foundation's Community Impact Initiative, a national program aimed at closing the achievement gap among black middle and high school students. Previous grantees include INROADS, LEAD and
Haiti: Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe is vindicated in the dismissal of a lawsuit against online paper
Haiti Prime Minister., Laurent Lamothe
(PRNewswire) - The owner of the Haiti Observateur Group and Leo Joseph, its owner, agreed to the dismissal of a lawsuit brought against them by Laurent Lamothe, the Prime Minister of Haiti, and Patrice Baker, his former business partner.
Lamothe and Baker sued the online paper in 2012 following an article that accused them of using the Haitian government to pressure Haitel, a bankrupt telecommunications company, to sell its assets at below market
(PRNewswire) - The owner of the Haiti Observateur Group and Leo Joseph, its owner, agreed to the dismissal of a lawsuit brought against them by Laurent Lamothe, the Prime Minister of Haiti, and Patrice Baker, his former business partner.
Lamothe and Baker sued the online paper in 2012 following an article that accused them of using the Haitian government to pressure Haitel, a bankrupt telecommunications company, to sell its assets at below market
South Africa: 20 Right-wing extremists to be sentenced in Mandela assassination plot
Former South African President Nelson Mandela. PHOTO/PETER DEJONG /AP
(AFP) - A South African court began sentencing on Monday 20 right-wing extremists convicted of high treason for a plot to assassinate Nelson Mandela and drive blacks out of the country.
The "Boeremag" organization had planned a right-wing coup in 2002 to overthrow the post-apartheid government.
The trial lasted almost a decade until the organization's members were convicted in August last year, the first guilty
(AFP) - A South African court began sentencing on Monday 20 right-wing extremists convicted of high treason for a plot to assassinate Nelson Mandela and drive blacks out of the country.
The "Boeremag" organization had planned a right-wing coup in 2002 to overthrow the post-apartheid government.
The trial lasted almost a decade until the organization's members were convicted in August last year, the first guilty
Monday, October 28, 2013
How can Africa capitalize on the current geopolitical changes?
By Carlos Lopes
This year Africa celebrates fifty years since the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU); never before has the continent been so poised to reap the benefit of its enormous resources. Sweeping political and economic changes over half a century have reformed global power structures, reconfigured international relations and led to serious rethinking of development paradigms.
It is only befitting to recognize the significance of the African Union’s role in
This year Africa celebrates fifty years since the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU); never before has the continent been so poised to reap the benefit of its enormous resources. Sweeping political and economic changes over half a century have reformed global power structures, reconfigured international relations and led to serious rethinking of development paradigms.
It is only befitting to recognize the significance of the African Union’s role in
Barbados: Opposition leader Mia Mottley to supporters - prepare for general election
Mia Mottley - Head of opposition Barbados Labor Party. PHOTO/File
The main opposition Barbados Labor Party (BLP) Sunday put its supporters on standby for a general election less than a seven months after it lost the poll to the ruling Democratic Labor Party (DLP) by a slender two-seat margin.
Addressing the party’s 75th Annual Conference, Barbados Labor Party Leader Mia Mottley asked supporters "Does this country have four years, or is this really the government that has four years
The main opposition Barbados Labor Party (BLP) Sunday put its supporters on standby for a general election less than a seven months after it lost the poll to the ruling Democratic Labor Party (DLP) by a slender two-seat margin.
Addressing the party’s 75th Annual Conference, Barbados Labor Party Leader Mia Mottley asked supporters "Does this country have four years, or is this really the government that has four years
Sudan, South Sudan plegde to resolve Abyei "issue" in wake of referendum
Sudan President Omar al-Bashir (l) meets with his South Sudan counterpart Salva Kiir (r). PHOTO/Reuters
(AFP) - Sudan's president Omar al-Bashir on Monday pledged to work with his South Sudanese counterpart to settle the future of the contested Abyei region, where residents were holding an unofficial referendum.
"I will continue with my brother Salva Kiir to reach a solution for Abyei that can bring satisfaction to the local communities there, "Bashir said in a speech opening a new
(AFP) - Sudan's president Omar al-Bashir on Monday pledged to work with his South Sudanese counterpart to settle the future of the contested Abyei region, where residents were holding an unofficial referendum.
"I will continue with my brother Salva Kiir to reach a solution for Abyei that can bring satisfaction to the local communities there, "Bashir said in a speech opening a new
Darrell Wallace Jr., wins NASCAR Truck Series
Darrell Wallace Jr., at the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East American Real TV 150 at Dover International Speedway on September 28, 2012 in Dover, Delaware. PHOTO/Getty Images
Darrell Wallace Jr. became the second African American driver to win on NASCAR’s national level and first in a half-century, taking the Truck Series race Saturday at Martinsville Speedway.
Wendell Scott won in Jacksonville, Florida, in December 1963 in what is now known as the Sprint Cup Series, the highest of
Darrell Wallace Jr. became the second African American driver to win on NASCAR’s national level and first in a half-century, taking the Truck Series race Saturday at Martinsville Speedway.
Wendell Scott won in Jacksonville, Florida, in December 1963 in what is now known as the Sprint Cup Series, the highest of
Cayman Islands: New immigration law takes effect today
The new Immigration Reform Bill for the Cayman Islands which was passed by legislators last week, will become law on Monday, extending the term limit for work permits from 7 to 9 years.
As a result, the Immigration Department is preparing for an influx of customers on Monday when the Term Limit Exemption Permits expire.
The law gives a 45-day reprieve to workers who are not Cayman citizens, who otherwise would have had to leave the islands after Monday, when their term limit exemption
As a result, the Immigration Department is preparing for an influx of customers on Monday when the Term Limit Exemption Permits expire.
The law gives a 45-day reprieve to workers who are not Cayman citizens, who otherwise would have had to leave the islands after Monday, when their term limit exemption
Sunday, October 27, 2013
Serena Williams beats Li Na to lift WTA Championships title
Serena Williams celebrates her win over Li Na 2-6, 6-3, 6-0, to win the WTA Championships title, October 27, 2013. PHOTO/Bulent Kilic/AFP
Serena Williams ended her best season in suitable style, coming from behind to beat Li Na 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 on Sunday for her second straight WTA Championships title.
Williams collected her 11th title of the year and became the first player to repeat as champion at the season-ending event since Justine Henin in 2007.
The American won her fourth WTA
Serena Williams ended her best season in suitable style, coming from behind to beat Li Na 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 on Sunday for her second straight WTA Championships title.
Williams collected her 11th title of the year and became the first player to repeat as champion at the season-ending event since Justine Henin in 2007.
The American won her fourth WTA
Madagascar: Presidential election results trickling in - no outright winner expected, second round of polls seen
Madagascar votes. PHOTO/AFP
Results trickled in from Madagascar's presidential election on Saturday, though it was too early to identify a dominant candidate in the vote that many hope will save a cash-starved economy left crippled by a coup.
A credible poll would be an important step towards luring back investors both local and foreign who were scared off when mutinous troops swept former disc jockey Andry Rajoelina to power in the Indian Ocean island in 2009.
Around 18 hours
Results trickled in from Madagascar's presidential election on Saturday, though it was too early to identify a dominant candidate in the vote that many hope will save a cash-starved economy left crippled by a coup.
A credible poll would be an important step towards luring back investors both local and foreign who were scared off when mutinous troops swept former disc jockey Andry Rajoelina to power in the Indian Ocean island in 2009.
Around 18 hours
Grenada looking to lower Income Tax Threshold to stimulate growth
Grenada is preparing to lower the income tax threshold and make new efforts to catch tax dodgers.
The Caribbean nation's state-run news agency said Sunday that Prime Minister Keith Mitchell is expected to announce the new tax measures during a national address this week.
Mitchell recently traveled to the U.S. to meet with representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank to discuss Grenada's economy and debt burden. The island-nation is planning a debt
The Caribbean nation's state-run news agency said Sunday that Prime Minister Keith Mitchell is expected to announce the new tax measures during a national address this week.
Mitchell recently traveled to the U.S. to meet with representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank to discuss Grenada's economy and debt burden. The island-nation is planning a debt
Friday, October 25, 2013
Madagascar holds its presidential election today
Voter casts ballot in Madagascar presidential elections. PHOTO/Stephane De Sakutin/AFP
Residents of the island-nation of Madagascar voted Friday in a presidential election they hope will restore security, improve lives and mark the end of political and economic turmoil brought about by a 2009 coup.
Voter turnout increased by the afternoon after a slow start in the morning as residents chose to go to work instead of the polls. At the start of the vote, only 50 voters in line at a
Residents of the island-nation of Madagascar voted Friday in a presidential election they hope will restore security, improve lives and mark the end of political and economic turmoil brought about by a 2009 coup.
Voter turnout increased by the afternoon after a slow start in the morning as residents chose to go to work instead of the polls. At the start of the vote, only 50 voters in line at a
Weekend Reading: Putting U.S. - Africa Trade in Context
According to Standard & Poor's, the U.S. government shutdown '... shaved at least 0.6% off of annualized fourth-quarter 2013 GDP growth ...' In simple terms, the 16 days of partial government government was, at $ 24 billion, even more valuable than every ounce of business the American private and public sectors do with sub Saharan Africa. Basically, even if sub-Saharan Africa is home to 7 of the top 10 most rapidly expanding markets, even when African economic growth rates have been 5-6%
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Profile: Abasiama Idaresit founder and CEO of Wild Fusion
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Abasiama Idaresit is the founder and CEO of Wild Fusion- a digital marketing agency servicing some of the world’s biggest brands operating in Africa.
Idaresit founded the company in 2010 on a very modest budget (US$250) and under his stewardship the company has grown remarkably and is on track to generating slightly over US$10 million in annual revenues this year.
The company's clients include: Samsung, Unilever, Visa, Vodafone, Nigeria's Diamond Bank, Samsung, Pepsi as well as
Abasiama Idaresit is the founder and CEO of Wild Fusion- a digital marketing agency servicing some of the world’s biggest brands operating in Africa.
Idaresit founded the company in 2010 on a very modest budget (US$250) and under his stewardship the company has grown remarkably and is on track to generating slightly over US$10 million in annual revenues this year.
The company's clients include: Samsung, Unilever, Visa, Vodafone, Nigeria's Diamond Bank, Samsung, Pepsi as well as
Construction on International African American Museum in South Carolina expected to commence in 2015
Artists' impression of International African American Museum, Charleston, South Carolina
Standing near where tens of thousands of African slaves landed in Charleston, Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. announced updated plans on Wednesday for a US$75 million International African American Museum.
"We've been working for over a decade to plan this museum and to carefully understand the opportunity and responsibility we have to tell this part of the American story," the mayor said, standing
Standing near where tens of thousands of African slaves landed in Charleston, Mayor Joseph P. Riley Jr. announced updated plans on Wednesday for a US$75 million International African American Museum.
"We've been working for over a decade to plan this museum and to carefully understand the opportunity and responsibility we have to tell this part of the American story," the mayor said, standing
Jamaica: Plant opened to test viability of rare earth extraction
Jamaica's energy minister has opened a pilot plant where researchers will test whether rare earth elements can be commercially extracted from bauxite waste on the Caribbean island-nation.
The plant was opened Tuesday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the capital of Kingston, some 8 months after construction started. Full operations are expected to begin before the end of the month.
More: Jamaica launches rare earth metals project
Jamaica is working with Nippon Light Metal Co. Ltd. of
The plant was opened Tuesday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the capital of Kingston, some 8 months after construction started. Full operations are expected to begin before the end of the month.
More: Jamaica launches rare earth metals project
Jamaica is working with Nippon Light Metal Co. Ltd. of
Nigeria on track to building its own ships - to begin construction of shipbuilding facilities
Nigeria is on track to begin building its own ships and has approved a N58.6 billion (US$369 million) fund for or the construction of ship building facilities and dockyard in Delta State - a move that is likely the country's huge oil industry.
According to the country's Minister of Transport, Idris Umar, an initial N40.2 billion (US$253.2 million) will be provided for the delivery of maritime equipment, with a further N18.4 billion (US$115.9 million) for civil and structural
According to the country's Minister of Transport, Idris Umar, an initial N40.2 billion (US$253.2 million) will be provided for the delivery of maritime equipment, with a further N18.4 billion (US$115.9 million) for civil and structural
La June Montgomery Tabron named president and CEO of Kellogg Foundation
(PRWire) - Battle Creek, Michigan - The Board of Trustees of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation announced earlier this week it has selected La June Montgomery Tabron (pictured), to be the foundation's next president and CEO, effective January 1, 2014.
Throughout her 26-year journey from controller to her current role of executive vice president of operations and treasurer, she has provided strong and decisive leadership demonstrating an understanding of all aspects of the foundation and its
Throughout her 26-year journey from controller to her current role of executive vice president of operations and treasurer, she has provided strong and decisive leadership demonstrating an understanding of all aspects of the foundation and its
Troubled SkyBahamas to layoff more staff in order to stem financial losses
Just days after a group of SkyBahamas pilots was furloughed for six months, the airline announced yesterday that it would lay off more staff from its workforce to stem financial losses.
According to SkyBahamas CEO and president Randy Butler, the layoffs were the result of months of falling demand, increased competition and the effects of union action.
Butler indicated that 10 non-technical employees in customer services and one technical employee had been laid off.
He revealed that
According to SkyBahamas CEO and president Randy Butler, the layoffs were the result of months of falling demand, increased competition and the effects of union action.
Butler indicated that 10 non-technical employees in customer services and one technical employee had been laid off.
He revealed that
Madagascar: Presidential election to be held on Friday
(AFP) - Eight million voters go to the polls Friday in a presidential election that is hoped will return Madagascar to democratic rule, attract much needed funding and pull the island-nation out of a debilitating economic rut occasioned by a coup in 2009.
Some 21,000 polling stations will open for the crucial election which has attracted some 800 international observers and 5,000 local ones.
Chinese observers were the latest to arrive, with Madagascar officials praising the Asian
Some 21,000 polling stations will open for the crucial election which has attracted some 800 international observers and 5,000 local ones.
Chinese observers were the latest to arrive, with Madagascar officials praising the Asian
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Breast Cancer in the African American Community
(BlackPRWire) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; African American women should pay special attention. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Women’s Health, claims African American women are more likely than all other women to die from breast cancer. The office states tumors found in black women are typically found at a more progressive stage, so there are fewer treatment opportunities.
African American are also more likely to get a more aggressive form
African American are also more likely to get a more aggressive form
Seemahale Telecoms: An African company building an African smartphone for Africa's needs
(Reuters) - Millions of cell phones are shipped to Africa every month, but a South African black-owned company hopes to rival the likes of Samsung and Nokia with home-grown smartphones tailored to African needs.
Seemahale Telecoms, which already makes telecommunications equipment in South Africa, is set to build a model that looks similar to Samsung's Galaxy S4 and runs on Google's Android operating system, to sell at around 2,500 rand (US$260).
"It just didn't seem right that there
Seemahale Telecoms, which already makes telecommunications equipment in South Africa, is set to build a model that looks similar to Samsung's Galaxy S4 and runs on Google's Android operating system, to sell at around 2,500 rand (US$260).
"It just didn't seem right that there
St Kitts & Nevis: High court yet to rule on No Confidence Motion of Douglas administration
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas has reiterated that a motion of no confidence filed against his administration cannot be debated until the court rules on several matters filed by the Speaker of parliament of the twin-island nation.
Responding to a statement made by the St. Kitts & Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce on the outstanding matter at the opening session of the National Consultation on the Economy, Douglas
St. Kitts & Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas has reiterated that a motion of no confidence filed against his administration cannot be debated until the court rules on several matters filed by the Speaker of parliament of the twin-island nation.
Responding to a statement made by the St. Kitts & Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce on the outstanding matter at the opening session of the National Consultation on the Economy, Douglas
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
New data indicates that Nigeria to overtake South Africa sooner as Africa's biggest economy
South Africa is about to be seriously upstaged on the African continent. For several years economists have been waiting for a promised revision to Nigeria’s economic data that is expected to lift the economy to an entirely new level. The moment of truth is about to arrive.
Citi’s Africa economist, David Cowan, said last week that new figures due in December could boost Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP) by up to 50 percent.
Based on the current data, Nigeria is Africa’s
Citi’s Africa economist, David Cowan, said last week that new figures due in December could boost Nigeria’s gross domestic product (GDP) by up to 50 percent.
Based on the current data, Nigeria is Africa’s
Jamaican-based Sandals Resorts International acquires Barbados resorts
Barbados has signed an agreement with Sandals Resorts International (SRI) paving the way for the Jamaica-based hotel chain to take control of the Almond Beach Village.
The Freundel Stuart administration also announced that Sandals Resorts International has already purchased the Casuarina Hotel in the south of the island for its “Couples” resort.
“We are quite excited to have both of these properties coming to Barbados at this time. It is a tremendous boost for our tourism
The Freundel Stuart administration also announced that Sandals Resorts International has already purchased the Casuarina Hotel in the south of the island for its “Couples” resort.
“We are quite excited to have both of these properties coming to Barbados at this time. It is a tremendous boost for our tourism
Mali: New President Keita calls for more local autonomy, rejects Tuareg secession
Mali President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita
(Reuters) - Mali's new president asked a national congress on Monday to draw up plans for increased regional autonomy, a year after northern separatists and their Islamist allies seized two-thirds of the country, prompting external intervention
Ibrahim Boubacar Keita said that the northern Tuareg separatist movement had legitimate concerns that should be addressed but insisted that demands for independence and subsequent secession were
(Reuters) - Mali's new president asked a national congress on Monday to draw up plans for increased regional autonomy, a year after northern separatists and their Islamist allies seized two-thirds of the country, prompting external intervention
Ibrahim Boubacar Keita said that the northern Tuareg separatist movement had legitimate concerns that should be addressed but insisted that demands for independence and subsequent secession were
Sean Combs (Diddy) launches 24 hour music network - REVOLT TV
(PRNewsire) - The long anticipated launch of REVOLT TV took place at 8 p.m EDT Monday when chairman and founder Sean Combs (also known as Diddy) officially turned on the channel from the steps of Notorious B.I.G.'s childhood home in Brooklyn. Following his introduction, the channel launched by playing its first music video, Notorious B.I.G.'s 1994 hit "Juicy."
"There was never a question about what video would be on the air when REVOLT went live," said Combs. "Biggie and I had this
"There was never a question about what video would be on the air when REVOLT went live," said Combs. "Biggie and I had this
Trinidad & Tobago PM's party crushed in local government elections
The coalition People’s Partnership Party of Prime Minister Kamla Persaud-Bissessar appeared heading for a third consecutive defeat in the local government elections held on Monday three years after it swept both the general and local government elections in 2010.
Preliminary results, late Monday, indicated that the main opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) won 8 of the 14 municipal corporations in Monday’s local government elections with coalition winning the other
Preliminary results, late Monday, indicated that the main opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) won 8 of the 14 municipal corporations in Monday’s local government elections with coalition winning the other
Monday, October 21, 2013
Ethiopia joins the Space race - unveils East Africa's largest observatory
(AFP) - Ethiopia unveiled last Friday the first phase of a space exploration program, which includes East Africa's largest observatory designed to promote astronomy research in the region.
"The optical astronomical telescope is mainly intended for astronomy and astrophysics observation research," said observatory director Solomon Belay.
The observatory, which was to formally be opened over the weekend, boasts two telescopes, each one meter (three feet) wide, to see "extra planets,
"The optical astronomical telescope is mainly intended for astronomy and astrophysics observation research," said observatory director Solomon Belay.
The observatory, which was to formally be opened over the weekend, boasts two telescopes, each one meter (three feet) wide, to see "extra planets,
Gilbert L. Rochon steps down as Tuskegee University President
Immediate past president of Tuskegee University Gilbert L. Rochon. PHOTO/Tuskegee University
Gilbert L. Rochon has resigned as president of Tuskegee University.
Dr. Matthew Jenkins has been appointed as interim president of the University and will act in this capacity until a search for a new leader of the institution has been completed.
According to sources at the Tuskegee University, the board of trustees accepted Rochon’s resignation at its fall meeting and appointed Jenkins
Gilbert L. Rochon has resigned as president of Tuskegee University.
Dr. Matthew Jenkins has been appointed as interim president of the University and will act in this capacity until a search for a new leader of the institution has been completed.
According to sources at the Tuskegee University, the board of trustees accepted Rochon’s resignation at its fall meeting and appointed Jenkins
Local government elections underway in Trinidad - an indirect referendum of the Persad-Bissessar administration
Trinidadians are voting in local government elections on Monday following a bitter and acrimonious campaign reminiscent of a general election in this oil rich twin-island nation.
The latest opinion poll give the main opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) the edge over the coalition People’s Partnership government for control of the 14 municipal bodies.
In the 2010 local general election, the coalition, led by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar won 11 of the 14 Councils
The latest opinion poll give the main opposition People’s National Movement (PNM) the edge over the coalition People’s Partnership government for control of the 14 municipal bodies.
In the 2010 local general election, the coalition, led by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar won 11 of the 14 Councils
Haiti questions the findings of Walk Free Foundation's report on child labor and human trafficking
(PRNewswire) - The government of Haiti questioned the findings of a recent report by the Walk Free Foundation on the alleged prevalence of "modern slavery" in Haiti.
As the first nation to free itself from slavery in 1804 and a supporter of several Latin American countries in their own fight for freedom, Haiti is a proud nation that is attempting to address the problems of child labor and human trafficking that have long plagued the country.
Such reports, however, incorrectly inflate
As the first nation to free itself from slavery in 1804 and a supporter of several Latin American countries in their own fight for freedom, Haiti is a proud nation that is attempting to address the problems of child labor and human trafficking that have long plagued the country.
Such reports, however, incorrectly inflate
Rwanda begins the process of rolling out free Wi-Fi access nationwide
Rwanda is busy trying to reinvent itself as the east and central African regional high tech hub by rolling out free nationwide wireless connectivity.
In September this year, the Rwandan government announced it had started to cover the lush green, rolling hills of the capital Kigali with wireless hotspots.
This was the first step of a plan to provide Wi-Fi coverage to all schools and public buildings, markets, bus stations and hotels in the city and, in the medium to long term, the
In September this year, the Rwandan government announced it had started to cover the lush green, rolling hills of the capital Kigali with wireless hotspots.
This was the first step of a plan to provide Wi-Fi coverage to all schools and public buildings, markets, bus stations and hotels in the city and, in the medium to long term, the
Serena Williams to face Petra Kvitova in WTA Championships which begin Tuesday
Serena Williams with the US Open Trophy, September 8, 2013. PHOTO/Getty Images
World No.1 and top-ranked titleholder Serena Williams will face former winner Petra Kvitova in her group at the WTA Championships, which start Tuesday in Istanbul.
Sunday's draw for the event that brings together the top eight players in the world also put Agnieszka Radwanska and Angelique Kerber in Williams' Red Group.
Second-ranked Victoria Azarenka heads the White Group, which also includes Li Na, Sara
World No.1 and top-ranked titleholder Serena Williams will face former winner Petra Kvitova in her group at the WTA Championships, which start Tuesday in Istanbul.
Sunday's draw for the event that brings together the top eight players in the world also put Agnieszka Radwanska and Angelique Kerber in Williams' Red Group.
Second-ranked Victoria Azarenka heads the White Group, which also includes Li Na, Sara
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Lorraine C. Miller named Interim President and CEO of NAACP as Ben Jealous steps down later this year
Lorraine C. Miller, pictured, has been named Interim President and CEO of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
Ms. Miller will be replacing Benjamin Jealous who will be stepping down from the helm of the organization at the end of this year.
According to informed sources within the NAACP, a search comittee has been formed to select a new leader of the 104-year-old organization.
Lorraine Miller served as president of the Washington, DC NAACP Branch
Ms. Miller will be replacing Benjamin Jealous who will be stepping down from the helm of the organization at the end of this year.
According to informed sources within the NAACP, a search comittee has been formed to select a new leader of the 104-year-old organization.
Lorraine Miller served as president of the Washington, DC NAACP Branch
Friday, October 18, 2013
Jamaica Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller to be inducted in International Women’s Forum Hall of Fame
Jamaican Prime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller. PHOTO/File
Jamaican Prime Minister, Portia Simpson-Miller joins a cadre of female heads of government and global women leaders to be inducted in the prestigious International Women’s Forum (IWF) Hall of Fame.
The International Women’s Forum, through the coveted Hall of Fame Award, pays tribute to “the incredible impact that women of courage, creativity and passion have made towards improving society, inspiring others and building
Jamaican Prime Minister, Portia Simpson-Miller joins a cadre of female heads of government and global women leaders to be inducted in the prestigious International Women’s Forum (IWF) Hall of Fame.
The International Women’s Forum, through the coveted Hall of Fame Award, pays tribute to “the incredible impact that women of courage, creativity and passion have made towards improving society, inspiring others and building
Botswana President Ian Khama named 2013 Global Visionary
Botswana President Ian Khama. PHOTO/File
Botswana President Ian Khama has been named a 2013 Global Visionary at this year’s annual Conde Nash Visionaries Dinner held in New York.
Khama was picked with seven other ‘remarkable global citizens’ for his contribution towards sustainable development and conservation.
The list also includes Mexico President Enrique Pena Nieto, credited for fighting hunger and corruption in his country and Dr Greg Allgood, founder of Procter &
Botswana President Ian Khama has been named a 2013 Global Visionary at this year’s annual Conde Nash Visionaries Dinner held in New York.
Khama was picked with seven other ‘remarkable global citizens’ for his contribution towards sustainable development and conservation.
The list also includes Mexico President Enrique Pena Nieto, credited for fighting hunger and corruption in his country and Dr Greg Allgood, founder of Procter &
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Dangote continues Africa-wide expansion - to invest $350 million in Niger
Aliko Dangote - Founder and Chairman of The Dangote Group
Nigerian entrepreneur Aliko Dangote, plans to spend US$350 million to build a new cement plant in Niger as part of a continent-wide drive to boost output, he said following a meeting with the country's president.
Dangote Cement, Africa's largest cement producer, is targeting production of 55 million tonnes by 2016 and said last year it was investing US$5 billion to build cement plants on the African continent.
Dangote met
Nigerian entrepreneur Aliko Dangote, plans to spend US$350 million to build a new cement plant in Niger as part of a continent-wide drive to boost output, he said following a meeting with the country's president.
Dangote Cement, Africa's largest cement producer, is targeting production of 55 million tonnes by 2016 and said last year it was investing US$5 billion to build cement plants on the African continent.
Dangote met
U.S govt shutdown: Republicans blink as Obama stands his ground
U.S. President Barack Obama delivers a statement about the re-opening of government following a 2 week shutdown. PHOTO/Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images
Facing a deadline, Congress passed and sent a waiting President Barack Obama legislation late Wednesday night to avoid a threatened national default and end the 16-day partial government shutdown, the culmination of an epic political drama that placed the U.S. economy at risk.
The Senate voted first, a bipartisan 81-18. That cleared the way
Facing a deadline, Congress passed and sent a waiting President Barack Obama legislation late Wednesday night to avoid a threatened national default and end the 16-day partial government shutdown, the culmination of an epic political drama that placed the U.S. economy at risk.
The Senate voted first, a bipartisan 81-18. That cleared the way
Africa's first Internet Business Summit commences on November 2
Africa’s first Internet Business Summit, organized by Afrinet Business Solutions, will be hosted in Abuja, on November 2.
Ope Banwo, chairman of African Business Solutions, said the week-long summit is being organized in partnership with the American Internet Business School. He said it would bridge the knowledge and connection gap for African businesses and entrepreneurs.
"The recent upsurge of interest in the internet for businesses in Africa and the growing demands for more
Ope Banwo, chairman of African Business Solutions, said the week-long summit is being organized in partnership with the American Internet Business School. He said it would bridge the knowledge and connection gap for African businesses and entrepreneurs.
"The recent upsurge of interest in the internet for businesses in Africa and the growing demands for more
Trinidad & Tobago jolted by 3.9 magnitude earthquake - the second in less than a week
Trinidad & Tobago was jolted Wednesday by an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.9 less than a week after the twin-island nation was shaken by one with a 6.4 magnitude.
The Trinidad-based Seismic Unit of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the new quake was located north of the Paria Peninsula and occurred at around 7.19 am EDT.
It said it had a depth of 64 kilometers (40 miles) and was 10.89 degrees north, 62.21 degrees west. There were no reports of injuries or
The Trinidad-based Seismic Unit of the University of the West Indies (UWI) said that the new quake was located north of the Paria Peninsula and occurred at around 7.19 am EDT.
It said it had a depth of 64 kilometers (40 miles) and was 10.89 degrees north, 62.21 degrees west. There were no reports of injuries or
Cory Booker elected as U.S. Senator from New Jersey
Incoming U.S. Senator from New Jersey, Cory Booker. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Democrat Cory Booker, the charismatic mayor of Newark, was the unofficial winner of a New Jersey special election on Wednesday, handily defeating a conservative Republican to fill the state's vacant U.S. Senate seat.
Booker, who had been heavily favored in polls, defeated conservative Republican Steve Lonegan, a former small-town mayor, according to tallies published online by The New York Times, Politico and
(Reuters) - Democrat Cory Booker, the charismatic mayor of Newark, was the unofficial winner of a New Jersey special election on Wednesday, handily defeating a conservative Republican to fill the state's vacant U.S. Senate seat.
Booker, who had been heavily favored in polls, defeated conservative Republican Steve Lonegan, a former small-town mayor, according to tallies published online by The New York Times, Politico and
Wednesday, October 16, 2013
New Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission chief named
A new executive director is to be appointed to the embattled Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission, (JADCO) nearly nine months since the last permanent holder of the position was fired.
Jamaica's Minister with responsibility for sports, Natalie Neita-Headley, has confirmed that the position, which was occupied between May and mid-August 2013 by four-time Olympian Cathy Rattray Samuel, has been filled.
JADCO has come under increased scrutiny in recent months following a rash of positive
Jamaica's Minister with responsibility for sports, Natalie Neita-Headley, has confirmed that the position, which was occupied between May and mid-August 2013 by four-time Olympian Cathy Rattray Samuel, has been filled.
JADCO has come under increased scrutiny in recent months following a rash of positive
Denis Mukwege - a Congolese surgeon awarded Civil Courage Prize
Dr. Denis Mukwege. PHOTO/AFP
Dr. Denis Mukwege was a contender for the 2013 Nobel Peace Prize.
He is the founder medical director of Panzi Hospital - a facility that provides sanctuary for women who have been raped.
A Congolese surgeon who has treated tens of thousands of women who were gang-raped has received a prize honoring his courage.
Denis Mukwege accepted the 2013 Civil Courage Prize on Tuesday night for his work at the Panzi Hospital, which he founded in 1999 in the
Dr. Denis Mukwege was a contender for the 2013 Nobel Peace Prize.
He is the founder medical director of Panzi Hospital - a facility that provides sanctuary for women who have been raped.
A Congolese surgeon who has treated tens of thousands of women who were gang-raped has received a prize honoring his courage.
Denis Mukwege accepted the 2013 Civil Courage Prize on Tuesday night for his work at the Panzi Hospital, which he founded in 1999 in the
Library Of American Broadcasting to honor Robert L. Johnson with Highest Award Recognition in Media
Robert L. Johnson, Founder and Chairman of The RLJ Companies
(PRNewswire) - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), will be inducted into the 2013 Giants of Broadcasting Honors, an annual distinction established by the Library of American Broadcasting that recognizes outstanding leadership and innovation in broadcasting and media.
In 1991, under Johnson's leadership, BET became the first African American-owned
(PRNewswire) - Robert L. Johnson, founder and chairman of The RLJ Companies and founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), will be inducted into the 2013 Giants of Broadcasting Honors, an annual distinction established by the Library of American Broadcasting that recognizes outstanding leadership and innovation in broadcasting and media.
In 1991, under Johnson's leadership, BET became the first African American-owned
Passion + Love + The Brain
By Christopher Duff
Steven Spielberg was rejected from his dream school, the University of Southern California, three times. Marilyn Monroe’s first contract with Columbia Pictures expired because they told her she was not pretty or talented enough to be an actress.
R.H. Macy had a history failing businesses, including a dud - Macy’s in New York City. After Sidney Poitier’s first audition, the casting director instructed him to just stop wasting everyone’s time and get a job as
Steven Spielberg was rejected from his dream school, the University of Southern California, three times. Marilyn Monroe’s first contract with Columbia Pictures expired because they told her she was not pretty or talented enough to be an actress.
R.H. Macy had a history failing businesses, including a dud - Macy’s in New York City. After Sidney Poitier’s first audition, the casting director instructed him to just stop wasting everyone’s time and get a job as
Bank of Jamaica: Depreciation of Jamaican Dollar will not continue
The rapid depreciation in the value of the Jamaican dollar over the past three weeks will not continue in that manner over the rest of the 2013-2014 fiscal year, Bank of Jamaica Governor Brian Wynter assured yesterday.
Continuing depreciation of the Jamaican dollar have weakened domestic demand, reduced revenues and profits, leading to a drop in business confidence to the lowest level since 2009.
Wynter explained that Jamaica was facing a balance of payments problem, and as a result,
Continuing depreciation of the Jamaican dollar have weakened domestic demand, reduced revenues and profits, leading to a drop in business confidence to the lowest level since 2009.
Wynter explained that Jamaica was facing a balance of payments problem, and as a result,
Malawi: President Banda names new Finance Minister
Malawi President Joyce Banda. PHOTO/AFP
Malawi's President Joyce Banda has named a former African Union economist as the new finance minister, five days after dissolving her cabinet amid a corruption scandal.
The allegations of corruption have been a setback for Banda, who faces an election next year.
More: Malawi: President Banda dissolves cabinet in wake of corruption scandal
Maxwell Mkwezalamba, who has been a commissioner for economic affairs at the African Union in Addis
Malawi's President Joyce Banda has named a former African Union economist as the new finance minister, five days after dissolving her cabinet amid a corruption scandal.
The allegations of corruption have been a setback for Banda, who faces an election next year.
More: Malawi: President Banda dissolves cabinet in wake of corruption scandal
Maxwell Mkwezalamba, who has been a commissioner for economic affairs at the African Union in Addis
Cory Booker on track for U.S. Senate seat as New Jersey voters go to the polls
Newark Mayor Cory Booker. PHOTO/Mel Evans/AP
(Reuters) - Cory Booker, the popular and charismatic mayor of New Jersey's largest city, is heavily favored to beat conservative activist Steve Lonegan when voters head to the polls on Wednesday in a special election to fill New Jersey's vacant U.S. Senate seat.
A Quinnipiac poll on Tuesday found Booker, the Democrat mayor of Newark, ahead of Republican Lonegan, a former small-town mayor with limited name recognition but a flair for
(Reuters) - Cory Booker, the popular and charismatic mayor of New Jersey's largest city, is heavily favored to beat conservative activist Steve Lonegan when voters head to the polls on Wednesday in a special election to fill New Jersey's vacant U.S. Senate seat.
A Quinnipiac poll on Tuesday found Booker, the Democrat mayor of Newark, ahead of Republican Lonegan, a former small-town mayor with limited name recognition but a flair for
Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Chamasoft: A Kenyan tech innovation that brings automation for investment groups
Digital Vision EA, a Kenyan technology company has developed a web application that enables investment groups to automate their financial records and systems, from collection to investment, bringing transparency and efficiency.
The product, dubbed Chamasoft, enables groups, popularly referred to in KiSwahili as ‘Chamas’, to monitor collection and investment of funds and track group income and expenditure.
Through the cloud based software, chama members are also able to view group
The product, dubbed Chamasoft, enables groups, popularly referred to in KiSwahili as ‘Chamas’, to monitor collection and investment of funds and track group income and expenditure.
Through the cloud based software, chama members are also able to view group
Caribbean Airlines looking to re-brand seeks to recruit new CEO and executive team
Caribbean Airlines Limited, is headhunting a new executive team alongside plans to "transform the organization and re-brand the company both internally and externally".
The carrier is looking to recruit a chief executive officer, a chief financial officer, a vice-president of commercial and customer experience, who is expected, the recruitment notice says, to transform the Caribbean Airlines
service delivery model.
The new team would also have to transition the airline from a
The carrier is looking to recruit a chief executive officer, a chief financial officer, a vice-president of commercial and customer experience, who is expected, the recruitment notice says, to transform the Caribbean Airlines
service delivery model.
The new team would also have to transition the airline from a
Cory Booker set to win Wednesday vote - to become New Senator from New Jersey
Newark Mayor Cory Booker. PHOTO/File
It is now becoming apparent that popular Newark Mayor Cory Booker will be the next senator next senator from New Jersey.
According to latest reports, Booker has outraised his Republican opponent Steve Lonegan by a factor of 8-to-1, totaling US$11.2 million compared to Lonegan's US$1.35 million.
The fundraising total for Booker puts him on par with other top New Jersey politicians, including Senator Bob Menendez (Democrat) and New Jersey
It is now becoming apparent that popular Newark Mayor Cory Booker will be the next senator next senator from New Jersey.
According to latest reports, Booker has outraised his Republican opponent Steve Lonegan by a factor of 8-to-1, totaling US$11.2 million compared to Lonegan's US$1.35 million.
The fundraising total for Booker puts him on par with other top New Jersey politicians, including Senator Bob Menendez (Democrat) and New Jersey
Why the world’s technology giants are investing in Africa
It is projected that average gross domestic product (GDP) growth in Africa in 2013 will range between 5.6 and 6 percent.
The middle class in sub-Saharan Africa is expanding rapidly. With the seemingly unstoppable growth of the mobile phone, greater access to the internet, and an increase in access to education, change is happening, and more people have more disposable income to spend.
So it's no surprise that the big technology companies are investing in Africa. But is this the whole
The middle class in sub-Saharan Africa is expanding rapidly. With the seemingly unstoppable growth of the mobile phone, greater access to the internet, and an increase in access to education, change is happening, and more people have more disposable income to spend.
So it's no surprise that the big technology companies are investing in Africa. But is this the whole
St. Lucia: Manufacturers calling for reform of Value Added Tax structure
Manufacturers in St. Lucia have urged the government to re-examine issued related the Value Added Tax (VAT) that was introduced one year ago.
The manufacturers state that with empirical data and stakeholder feedback now available, the government is in a position to make the necessary revisions to help deliver stability, jobs and economic growth.
According to the President of the St. Lucia Manufacturers Association, Paula Calderon, one year after the implementation of the tax,
The manufacturers state that with empirical data and stakeholder feedback now available, the government is in a position to make the necessary revisions to help deliver stability, jobs and economic growth.
According to the President of the St. Lucia Manufacturers Association, Paula Calderon, one year after the implementation of the tax,
U.S. Gov't shutdown update: Republicans on verge of conceding to Obama
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
The Republicans, particularly in the House, pushed for a government shutdown and then threatened not to increase the federal debt ceiling unless the Obama administration agreed to major changes to the president’s health care law ("Obamacare").
But under the agreement emerging on Capitol Hill this week, congressional Republicans will fall far short of their aims. Senate leaders of both parties are considering a deal to end the shutdown and
The Republicans, particularly in the House, pushed for a government shutdown and then threatened not to increase the federal debt ceiling unless the Obama administration agreed to major changes to the president’s health care law ("Obamacare").
But under the agreement emerging on Capitol Hill this week, congressional Republicans will fall far short of their aims. Senate leaders of both parties are considering a deal to end the shutdown and
African Union gives ICC Ultimatum - presents a dilemma for the West
(AFP) - African nations this past weekend, demanded the International Criminal Court (ICC) defer the "crimes against humanity" trials of Kenya's leadership, as the country's president furiously attacked the tribunal as imperialist and racist.
A special summit of the African Union insisted that sitting heads of state should be exempt from appearing before the Hague-based court, and the bloc warned it would support a no-show at the ICC by Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta if the demand was
A special summit of the African Union insisted that sitting heads of state should be exempt from appearing before the Hague-based court, and the bloc warned it would support a no-show at the ICC by Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta if the demand was
Monday, October 14, 2013
Kenyans dominate Chicago marathon as Dennis Kimetto and Rita Jeptoo win
Dennis Kimetto crosses finish line of the Chicago Marathon. PHOTO/Andrew Nelles/AP
(Reuters) - Dennis Kimetto and Rita Jeptoo led a Kenyan sweep in contrasting styles at the Chicago marathon today, in a race staged amid heightened security after the Boston marathon bombings in April that killed three people.
Kimetto won the men's race after a gripping duel with compatriot Emmanuel Mutai, while Jeptoo cruised to an easy victory to add the Chicago women's crown to the Boston title she
(Reuters) - Dennis Kimetto and Rita Jeptoo led a Kenyan sweep in contrasting styles at the Chicago marathon today, in a race staged amid heightened security after the Boston marathon bombings in April that killed three people.
Kimetto won the men's race after a gripping duel with compatriot Emmanuel Mutai, while Jeptoo cruised to an easy victory to add the Chicago women's crown to the Boston title she
Antigua & Barbuda launches Citizenship by Investment Program
Antigua & Barbuda has launched its “Citizenship by Investment Program” with Prime Minister Baldwin Spencer saying the initiative is to generate investments and jobs for nationals and to put the twin island-nation on the road to sustainable growth and development.
According to Prime Minister Spencer, over the past 2 years, his administration had sought to ensure that all nationals of Antigua & Barbuda, were educated and informed of the initiative, which the administration insists "has
According to Prime Minister Spencer, over the past 2 years, his administration had sought to ensure that all nationals of Antigua & Barbuda, were educated and informed of the initiative, which the administration insists "has
Angola: New tax imposed on oil companies - closes loophole, benefits country
Oil worker on rig of Angolan coast. PHOTO/AFP
(Bloomberg) - Angola, Africa’s largest oil producer after Nigeria, is imposing a consumption tax on petroleum companies that will raise some costs by as much as 10 percent, according to government documents.
The law, which comes into effect with its publication that may happen as early as today, requires companies to follow a tax schedule that adds five percent to most services and supplies and double that for equipment
(Bloomberg) - Angola, Africa’s largest oil producer after Nigeria, is imposing a consumption tax on petroleum companies that will raise some costs by as much as 10 percent, according to government documents.
The law, which comes into effect with its publication that may happen as early as today, requires companies to follow a tax schedule that adds five percent to most services and supplies and double that for equipment
Not All America is Racist
On January 21, 2017, we predict that the drag on the U.S. economy will, finally, be lifted. Just as would have happened if Mitt Romney had won the November 2012 General Election against Barack Obama, those forces that had been keeping the American economy back would have, magically, evaporated. But of course, this last assumption is a tad hyperbolic since Bill Clinton faced his hordes of economic Hades. Clinton was severely criticized as a socialist and even when his Southern bona fides
Friday, October 11, 2013
Obama and Republicans struggle to break fiscal deadlock
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama and congressional Republican leaders moved to end their fiscal impasse on Friday, but struggled to strike a deal on the details for a short-term reopening of the federal government and an increase in the U.S. borrowing limit.
After the first signs on Thursday of movement in the standoff, both sides worked furiously to find enough agreement to get federal workers back on the job and extend the government's
(Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama and congressional Republican leaders moved to end their fiscal impasse on Friday, but struggled to strike a deal on the details for a short-term reopening of the federal government and an increase in the U.S. borrowing limit.
After the first signs on Thursday of movement in the standoff, both sides worked furiously to find enough agreement to get federal workers back on the job and extend the government's
Kenya: Massive expansion of electricity infrastructure underway - country to triple output in 4 years
Olkaria geothermal power generation plant - Kenya. PHOTO/Nation Media Group
(Reuters) - Kenya Power plans to spend 156 billion shillings (US$1.83 billion) over the next 4 years to expand its electricity distribution network in order to keep up with growing demand.
Kenya suffers from occasional blackouts due to supply shortfalls and an aging grid infrastructure.
Kenya Power, which is the sole electricity distribution company in the east African nation, has had to contend with
(Reuters) - Kenya Power plans to spend 156 billion shillings (US$1.83 billion) over the next 4 years to expand its electricity distribution network in order to keep up with growing demand.
Kenya suffers from occasional blackouts due to supply shortfalls and an aging grid infrastructure.
Kenya Power, which is the sole electricity distribution company in the east African nation, has had to contend with
Haiti: UN reduces peacekeeping force - extends mission for 1 more year amid cholera controversy
(AFP) - The UN Security Council on Thursday voted to reduce the UN peacekeeping mission in Haiti which is battling a mounting controversy over a cholera epidemic. However, the Security Council also voted unanimously to extend the mission until mid-October 2014.
One day after a lawsuit against the United Nations was filed in court on behalf of victims, the Security Council urged the UN to support government efforts to battle the epidemic.
The cholera epidemic has killed more than 8,300
One day after a lawsuit against the United Nations was filed in court on behalf of victims, the Security Council urged the UN to support government efforts to battle the epidemic.
The cholera epidemic has killed more than 8,300
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Malawi: President Banda dissolves cabinet in wake of corruption scandal
Malawi President Joyce Banda
Malawi President Joyce Banda dissolved the cabinet on Thursday after police arrested several junior officials in her government in recent weeks on suspicion of corruption. It is expected that more arrests will be made.
In a terse statement released by the office of the president indicated that Banda, who came to office in April 2012, would announce a new cabinet in due course. No further details were offered.
The office of the president had said on
Malawi President Joyce Banda dissolved the cabinet on Thursday after police arrested several junior officials in her government in recent weeks on suspicion of corruption. It is expected that more arrests will be made.
In a terse statement released by the office of the president indicated that Banda, who came to office in April 2012, would announce a new cabinet in due course. No further details were offered.
The office of the president had said on
Deborah Elam becomes GE Foundation president
Incoming General Electric Foundation President, Deborah Elam at a past event. PHOTO/File.
General Electric (GE) Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt announced last week the appointment of Deborah Elam as president of the General Electric Foundation and chief diversity officer for General Electric. Bob Corcoran, who currently leads the philanthropic arm of GE, has announced his retirement. Ms. Elams appointment is effective October 1, 2013.
Elam has been GE's chief diversity officer since
General Electric (GE) Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt announced last week the appointment of Deborah Elam as president of the General Electric Foundation and chief diversity officer for General Electric. Bob Corcoran, who currently leads the philanthropic arm of GE, has announced his retirement. Ms. Elams appointment is effective October 1, 2013.
Elam has been GE's chief diversity officer since
Caribbean leaders must speak up on Dominican Republic ruling on Haitian migrants urges PJ Patterson
Former Jamaica prime minister Percival James (PJ) Patterson has indicated that the 15-member Caribbean Community (CARICOM) grouping needs to strongly condemn recent developments in the Dominican Republic that could render stateless, thousands of persons of Haitian descent.
The Constitutional Court in Santo Domingo has ruled in favor of stripping citizenship from children of Haitian migrants. The decision applies to those born after 1929 — a category that overwhelmingly includes
The Constitutional Court in Santo Domingo has ruled in favor of stripping citizenship from children of Haitian migrants. The decision applies to those born after 1929 — a category that overwhelmingly includes
Nigeria: Shell shutdown oil pipeline due to leaks
Environmental Damage caused by oil spill. PHOTO/File
(Reuters) - Shell Nigeria said on Wednesday it had shut down its Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) owing to reports of leaks, deferring 150,000 barrels per day of crude oil just 10 days after the pipeline was re-opened.
"The latest leaks were reported at B-Dere, Nonwa-Tai, and Bodo West, all in Ogoniland. Shell Nigeria shut the line as a precautionary measure and has also mobilized a spill response team," Shell Nigeria spokesman Precious
(Reuters) - Shell Nigeria said on Wednesday it had shut down its Trans Niger Pipeline (TNP) owing to reports of leaks, deferring 150,000 barrels per day of crude oil just 10 days after the pipeline was re-opened.
"The latest leaks were reported at B-Dere, Nonwa-Tai, and Bodo West, all in Ogoniland. Shell Nigeria shut the line as a precautionary measure and has also mobilized a spill response team," Shell Nigeria spokesman Precious
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Africa must benefit from its mineral and natural resources
By Carlos Lopes
Africa’s political economy is deeply ingrained with its history of the exploitation and (mis)-management of its mineral and natural resources.
More than 500 years after commercial exploitation of Africa’s resources, Africa continues to host many of the large and unexploited deposits of minerals globally. For example, Africa accounts for three-quarters of the world’s platinum supply, and half of its diamonds and chromium. It has up to one-fifth of gold and uranium
Africa’s political economy is deeply ingrained with its history of the exploitation and (mis)-management of its mineral and natural resources.
More than 500 years after commercial exploitation of Africa’s resources, Africa continues to host many of the large and unexploited deposits of minerals globally. For example, Africa accounts for three-quarters of the world’s platinum supply, and half of its diamonds and chromium. It has up to one-fifth of gold and uranium
Clark Atlanta University receives $3.4 million grant to support underrepresented students in STEM
(Black PR Wire) – Clark Atlanta University received a US$3.4 million grant last month to implement and lead the Georgia-Alabama Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation in support of underrepresented students in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). The grant will cover a period of 5 years.
Clark Atlanta University President Carlton E. Brown, principal investigator for the grant, said, “I am very pleased that our excellent STEM faculty and those of the alliance
Clark Atlanta University President Carlton E. Brown, principal investigator for the grant, said, “I am very pleased that our excellent STEM faculty and those of the alliance
United Nations facing lawsuit for causing Haiti cholera epidemic
(Reuters) - Human rights lawyers representing Haitian victims of a cholera epidemic announced on Wednesday they were filing a lawsuit against the United Nations, with a New York court seeking compensation from the world body.
The decision to file suit comes after the United Nations said earlier this year that it would not pay hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation claimed by cholera victims in impoverished Haiti, where the epidemic has killed over 8,300 people and sickened more
The decision to file suit comes after the United Nations said earlier this year that it would not pay hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation claimed by cholera victims in impoverished Haiti, where the epidemic has killed over 8,300 people and sickened more
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
Failure is a Choice
By Christopher Duff
It's interesting how failing and being a failure aren't as closely related as we think.
Failure is a condition or a state of mind. But failing lasts a moment. Failure is a choice. American film director Steven Spielberg failed to get into University of Southern California. Michael Jordan failed to make his highschool basketball team. Tim Westergren, the founder of Pandora.com failed to get investors 300 times. James Dyson failed several times at creating prototypes
It's interesting how failing and being a failure aren't as closely related as we think.
Failure is a condition or a state of mind. But failing lasts a moment. Failure is a choice. American film director Steven Spielberg failed to get into University of Southern California. Michael Jordan failed to make his highschool basketball team. Tim Westergren, the founder of Pandora.com failed to get investors 300 times. James Dyson failed several times at creating prototypes
Number of African billionaires 'higher than previously thought' - possibly more than in Latin America
Aliko Dangote, President and CEO of Nigeria's Dangote Group. PHOTO/Mike Hutchings/Reuters
(AFP) - There are far more African billionaires than previously thought, Ventures magazine said Monday in a report on the continent's mega-rich, however, the number of Africans living in poverty has also risen.
Previous Africa-rich-lists named as few as 16 billionaires, but Ventures said its exhaustive research had identified at least 55 on a continent where the wealthy often fiercely protect
(AFP) - There are far more African billionaires than previously thought, Ventures magazine said Monday in a report on the continent's mega-rich, however, the number of Africans living in poverty has also risen.
Previous Africa-rich-lists named as few as 16 billionaires, but Ventures said its exhaustive research had identified at least 55 on a continent where the wealthy often fiercely protect
RLJ company, RCH Tops $10 Billion Mark in Savings Guided Through the Workplace Retirement System
Robert L. Johnson, Founder and Chairman of The RLJ Companies
(PRNewswire) - Charlotte, North Carolina - Retirement Clearinghouse, LLC (RCH) has surpassed US$10 billion in guiding retirement savings through the retirement system, reaching this milestone by helping execute automatic rollovers, roll-ins and other account consolidation actions while also providing Safe Harbor IRA's.
Recognized by the industry for innovation in retirement account consolidation, RCH has worked with more
(PRNewswire) - Charlotte, North Carolina - Retirement Clearinghouse, LLC (RCH) has surpassed US$10 billion in guiding retirement savings through the retirement system, reaching this milestone by helping execute automatic rollovers, roll-ins and other account consolidation actions while also providing Safe Harbor IRA's.
Recognized by the industry for innovation in retirement account consolidation, RCH has worked with more
Uganda seeking investor to develop oil refinery
Oil rig in Uganda. PHOTO/Tullow Oil
(Bloomberg) - Uganda is looking for a lead investor to develop a refinery estimated to cost US$2.5 billion, two weeks after issuing its first production license to the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) as it seeks to exploit reserves.
The investor, either a company or a group of them, will be named by April 2014 and will take an interest of as much as 60 percent in the facility, which is proposed to have capacity of 60,000 barrels a
(Bloomberg) - Uganda is looking for a lead investor to develop a refinery estimated to cost US$2.5 billion, two weeks after issuing its first production license to the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) as it seeks to exploit reserves.
The investor, either a company or a group of them, will be named by April 2014 and will take an interest of as much as 60 percent in the facility, which is proposed to have capacity of 60,000 barrels a
Jamaica Money Market Brokers Limited acquires Trinidad & Tobago’s Intercommercial Bank
The Jamaica Money Market Brokers Limited (JMMB) now has a 100 percent shareholding in Trinidad & Tobago’s Intercommercial Bank (IBL).
This follows the company’s acquisition of the remaining 50 percent shareholding held by the Mittal family of India yesterday. The transaction was confirmed in a brief statement which also said that the shareholding disposed of was owned by private companies connected to the Mittal family.
The Jamaica Money Market Brokers Group had previously
This follows the company’s acquisition of the remaining 50 percent shareholding held by the Mittal family of India yesterday. The transaction was confirmed in a brief statement which also said that the shareholding disposed of was owned by private companies connected to the Mittal family.
The Jamaica Money Market Brokers Group had previously
Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan urges Africa not to exit ICC
Former UN secretary-general., Kofi Annan. PHOTO/AFP/Getty Images
Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan said Monday it would be a "badge of shame" for Africa if its leaders voted to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Speaking in Cape Town, Annan said "quite a few leaders are resisting and fighting" the ICC but cautioned on a vote against the tribunal without an alternative.
"If they fight the ICC, vote against the ICC, withdraw their cases, it will be a badge of shame
Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan said Monday it would be a "badge of shame" for Africa if its leaders voted to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Speaking in Cape Town, Annan said "quite a few leaders are resisting and fighting" the ICC but cautioned on a vote against the tribunal without an alternative.
"If they fight the ICC, vote against the ICC, withdraw their cases, it will be a badge of shame
U.S Gov't shutdown update: Obama urges Boehner, again to end shutdown
U.S. President Barack Obama (r) with Speaker of the U.S House of Representatives John Boehner (l). PHOTO/AP
U.S. President Obama again urged House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, to put a short-term spending bill with no strings attached on the House floor Monday because he believes it will pass and end the government shutdown.
"There are enough Republican and Democratic votes in the House of Representatives right now to end the shutdown immediately," he said. If there aren't, then
U.S. President Obama again urged House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, to put a short-term spending bill with no strings attached on the House floor Monday because he believes it will pass and end the government shutdown.
"There are enough Republican and Democratic votes in the House of Representatives right now to end the shutdown immediately," he said. If there aren't, then
Monday, October 7, 2013
Liquid Telecom looking to launch VoIP service in Kenya
Liquid Telecom Kenya is entering the voice market in search of a new stream of revenues, reports the Business Daily.
The firm will offer fixed-line services through the internet, with on-net calls free.
Charges for calls to other networks will be released at the launch in the first quarter of 2014. CEO Shahab Meshki said the company is targeting between 5,000 to 10,000 homes with the bundled services and will be investing US$ 5 million in the launch.
The voice over IP (VoIP) fixed
The firm will offer fixed-line services through the internet, with on-net calls free.
Charges for calls to other networks will be released at the launch in the first quarter of 2014. CEO Shahab Meshki said the company is targeting between 5,000 to 10,000 homes with the bundled services and will be investing US$ 5 million in the launch.
The voice over IP (VoIP) fixed
Black Enterprise partners with AARP to launch Small Business University
(PRNewswire) - AARP, one of the world's largest member organizations with more than 37 million members and Black Enterprise, the leading small business resource for African Americans, announced the launch of the Black Enterprise Small Business University. The four-week, online video course will offer expert advice to entrepreneurs looking to start and grow profitable small businesses.
Kicking off today, Monday, October 7 with "Crowdfunding and the Future of Small Business," Small
Kicking off today, Monday, October 7 with "Crowdfunding and the Future of Small Business," Small
Trinidad & Tobago: Economy recovers - expected to grow 2.5% in 2013
After registering “disappointing growth" in 2012, Trinidad & Tobago is poised for a modest recovery in 2013.
The economy of Trinidad & Tobago had contracted at a rate of 1.6 percent over the past four consecutive quarters.
The twin-island nation's central bank in it's latest report revealed that the country had seen “slow but steady year-on-year growth” from July 2012 to June 2013, driven by the non-energy sector.
The report further revealed that the non-energy sector would
The economy of Trinidad & Tobago had contracted at a rate of 1.6 percent over the past four consecutive quarters.
The twin-island nation's central bank in it's latest report revealed that the country had seen “slow but steady year-on-year growth” from July 2012 to June 2013, driven by the non-energy sector.
The report further revealed that the non-energy sector would
Guinea: Ruling party leading in Parliamentary elections
Guinea's ruling party is leading in the first parliamentary elections in over a decade, provisional partial results showed late Sunday
According to data issued by the Independent National Electoral Commision (CENI), President Alpha Conde's ruling Rally of the Guinean People (RPG) party has secured 16 out of 38 single-seat constituencies.
The main opposition party UFDG has won 12 seats, while the UPR obtained two and the UPG one.
In all, 114 seats were up for grabs in the once
According to data issued by the Independent National Electoral Commision (CENI), President Alpha Conde's ruling Rally of the Guinean People (RPG) party has secured 16 out of 38 single-seat constituencies.
The main opposition party UFDG has won 12 seats, while the UPR obtained two and the UPG one.
In all, 114 seats were up for grabs in the once
Tiger Woods helps deliver Presidents Cup win - for 8th time
AFP | By By Jim Slater
Tiger Woods at the 18th hole - during the Presidents Cup golf tournament, October 6, 2013. PHOTO/Darron Cummings/AP
Tiger Woods ignored an aching back at the end of a marathon golf weekend Sunday to clinch a dramatic Presidents Cup victory for the United States over the Internationals.
Woods, the 14-time major champion scored the clinching point in an 18 1/2-15 1/2 triumph by edging South African Richard Sterne 1-up in singles at rain-soaked Muirfield
Tiger Woods at the 18th hole - during the Presidents Cup golf tournament, October 6, 2013. PHOTO/Darron Cummings/AP
Tiger Woods ignored an aching back at the end of a marathon golf weekend Sunday to clinch a dramatic Presidents Cup victory for the United States over the Internationals.
Woods, the 14-time major champion scored the clinching point in an 18 1/2-15 1/2 triumph by edging South African Richard Sterne 1-up in singles at rain-soaked Muirfield
Sunday, October 6, 2013
Growth of the African middle class
African middle class family in Lusaka, Zambia. PHOTO/Georgina Smith/The Guardian
Robust economic growth over the last 15 years has led to visible changes across Africa. Visitors to cities on the continent cannot help but notice the emerging African middle class. Africa’s middle class is expected to grow from 355 million approximately 34 percent of Africa’s population to 1.1 billion in 2060.
Not only is Africa’s middle class crucial for economic growth, but it is essential for
Robust economic growth over the last 15 years has led to visible changes across Africa. Visitors to cities on the continent cannot help but notice the emerging African middle class. Africa’s middle class is expected to grow from 355 million approximately 34 percent of Africa’s population to 1.1 billion in 2060.
Not only is Africa’s middle class crucial for economic growth, but it is essential for
Haiti and Dominican Republic dispute continues to escalate: Dominican ruling strips citizenship from immigrant children of Haitian descent
Haiti said Saturday that it "strongly disagrees" with a court ruling in the Dominican Republic that strips citizenship from the children of Haitian migrants.
The Martelly administration had been mostly silent on the court decision that threatens to render hundreds of thousands of people stateless but announced this week that it was recalling its ambassador to the Dominican Republic.
‘‘The Ministry of Foreign Affairs deeply regrets that Haitians and their Dominican descendants who
The Martelly administration had been mostly silent on the court decision that threatens to render hundreds of thousands of people stateless but announced this week that it was recalling its ambassador to the Dominican Republic.
‘‘The Ministry of Foreign Affairs deeply regrets that Haitians and their Dominican descendants who
Serena Williams beats Jelena Jankovic to capture China Open - her 10th title this year
A jubilant Serena Williams holds aloft the China Open Trophy after defeating Jelena Jankovic of Serbia, 6-2 6-2., October 6, 2013. PHOTO/Andy Wong/AP
World number one Serena Williams bagged her 10th title of the year with a 6-2 6-2 thrashing of Jelena Jankovic in the final of the China Open on Sunday.
Williams broke the eighth-seeded Serb twice in the first set and three times in the second to register her 73rd win of the season.
She (Williams), appeared in pain after serving an
World number one Serena Williams bagged her 10th title of the year with a 6-2 6-2 thrashing of Jelena Jankovic in the final of the China Open on Sunday.
Williams broke the eighth-seeded Serb twice in the first set and three times in the second to register her 73rd win of the season.
She (Williams), appeared in pain after serving an
South Africa: National Union of Metalworkers ends four-week work stoppage
South African Workers at vehicle assembly plant. PHOTO/Volkswagen South Africa
South African trade union - the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) said it had reached a deal to end a four week work stoppage in the auto components sector that has crippled production
It said workers will return to factory floors on Monday.
Union officials told a news conference on Sunday that workers would receive a 10 percent pay increase in the first year of the accord and wage
South African trade union - the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (NUMSA) said it had reached a deal to end a four week work stoppage in the auto components sector that has crippled production
It said workers will return to factory floors on Monday.
Union officials told a news conference on Sunday that workers would receive a 10 percent pay increase in the first year of the accord and wage
Friday, October 4, 2013
U.S. Gov't shutdown: Obama cancels Asia trip
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
U.S. President Barack Obama is cancelling a trip to Asia to stay in Washington and push for an elusive funding bill to get the federal government back up and running after days of a shutdown, with no end in sight.
The White House, in a statement late Thursday, blamed Republicans, saying the "completely avoidable" government shutdown was hurting the president's efforts to promote trade and U.S. influence in emerging world markets.
U.S.
U.S. President Barack Obama is cancelling a trip to Asia to stay in Washington and push for an elusive funding bill to get the federal government back up and running after days of a shutdown, with no end in sight.
The White House, in a statement late Thursday, blamed Republicans, saying the "completely avoidable" government shutdown was hurting the president's efforts to promote trade and U.S. influence in emerging world markets.
U.S.
Thursday, October 3, 2013
A Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step: A Life Lesson for the Caribbean
By Ryan Elcock
The tree which fills the arms grew from the tiniest sprout; the tower of nine storeys rose from a small heap of earth; the journey of a thousand li commenced with a single step – Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching text 64
On September 21st, 2013, I had the privilege of hearing the Prime Minister of Barbados, Freundel Stuart speak at a banquet held in the honor of the late and great Errol Barrow, the father of Barbadian independence. Compared to last year, I heard a confident man
The tree which fills the arms grew from the tiniest sprout; the tower of nine storeys rose from a small heap of earth; the journey of a thousand li commenced with a single step – Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching text 64
On September 21st, 2013, I had the privilege of hearing the Prime Minister of Barbados, Freundel Stuart speak at a banquet held in the honor of the late and great Errol Barrow, the father of Barbadian independence. Compared to last year, I heard a confident man
ASPiRE acquires ‘Inside The Game’ The sports show devoted to Historically Black Colleges And Universities
(Black PR Wire) -Atlanta, Georgia - ASPiRE has acquired national cable rights to “Inside the Game” the nation’s longest-running sports highlights show devoted exclusively to Historically Black Colleges and University’s (HBCUs).
Hosted by ESPN host/analyst/producer Stan Lewter the series provides viewers with football and basketball highlights, interviews and features from HBCU institutions around the United States.
“Inside the Game” will make its ASPiRE premiere on Friday,
Hosted by ESPN host/analyst/producer Stan Lewter the series provides viewers with football and basketball highlights, interviews and features from HBCU institutions around the United States.
“Inside the Game” will make its ASPiRE premiere on Friday,
Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association finds Veronica Campbell-Brown guilty of doping
Veronica Campbell-Brown at the 2012 London Olympic Games. PHOTO/File
Veronica Campbell-Brown, one of Jamaica's most decorated athletes, has been found guilty by the three-member Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) Disciplinary Committee.
However, the panel, which sat last month, has recommended a warning to be imposed on the athlete.
Campbell-Brown tested positive for a banned substance, regarded as a masking agent for performance-enhancing substances, at the
Veronica Campbell-Brown, one of Jamaica's most decorated athletes, has been found guilty by the three-member Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) Disciplinary Committee.
However, the panel, which sat last month, has recommended a warning to be imposed on the athlete.
Campbell-Brown tested positive for a banned substance, regarded as a masking agent for performance-enhancing substances, at the
Gov't Shutdown giving Obama unlikely ally: big business
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
Business leaders in the United States are taking sides with Democratic President Barack Obama after failing to persuade their traditional Republican allies in Congress to avert a government shutdown.
Obama, whose health care and regulatory agenda they have vigorously opposed, is embracing the business outreach, eager to employ groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Wall Street CEOs to portray House Republicans as out of touch even with
Business leaders in the United States are taking sides with Democratic President Barack Obama after failing to persuade their traditional Republican allies in Congress to avert a government shutdown.
Obama, whose health care and regulatory agenda they have vigorously opposed, is embracing the business outreach, eager to employ groups like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Wall Street CEOs to portray House Republicans as out of touch even with
Nigeria: 15 feared dead in plane crash near Lagos Airport
(Reuters) - Fifteen people were killed when an Embraer passenger plane crashed shortly after take-off just outside Lagos airport's domestic terminal on Thursday, Nigerian authorities said.
Airports Authority general manager Yakubu Dati told a news conference the plane was an Embraer 120, a Brazilian make.
The Associated Airlines plane was flying from Nigeria's commercial capital to Akure, a southwestern town about 225 kilometers (140 miles) away.
"An Embraer 120 plane came down at
Airports Authority general manager Yakubu Dati told a news conference the plane was an Embraer 120, a Brazilian make.
The Associated Airlines plane was flying from Nigeria's commercial capital to Akure, a southwestern town about 225 kilometers (140 miles) away.
"An Embraer 120 plane came down at
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Trinidad & Tobago’s Republic Bank acquires larger stake in Ghana's HFC Bank
Republic Bank now controls 40 percent of the HFC Bank Ghana, after acquiring an additional 7.98 percent shareholding in the Ghanaian financial institution.
In a statement, the Trinidad & Tobago-based bank said that it purchased 23,638,340 ordinary shares at a price of GHS 0.67 (US$0.31) per share, making it the single largest shareholder in HFC Bank Ghana.
Republic Bank earlier held a 32.02 percent shareholding in the Ghanaian bank. The share purchase was made on June 26 on the Ghana
In a statement, the Trinidad & Tobago-based bank said that it purchased 23,638,340 ordinary shares at a price of GHS 0.67 (US$0.31) per share, making it the single largest shareholder in HFC Bank Ghana.
Republic Bank earlier held a 32.02 percent shareholding in the Ghanaian bank. The share purchase was made on June 26 on the Ghana
Uganda looking to start oil production by 2018
Oil rig in Uganda. PHOTO/Tullow Oil
Uganda finally took the first baby steps towards oil production with the assigning of a production licence to the China National Offshore Oil Company, CNOOC.
Following the agreement announced by the east African nation's Ministry of Energy on Wednesday, Uganda now expects commercial extraction of its 1.8 billion barrel oil resource to begin in early 2018 from the King Fisher field.
The development is the culmination of 10 months of negotiations
Uganda finally took the first baby steps towards oil production with the assigning of a production licence to the China National Offshore Oil Company, CNOOC.
Following the agreement announced by the east African nation's Ministry of Energy on Wednesday, Uganda now expects commercial extraction of its 1.8 billion barrel oil resource to begin in early 2018 from the King Fisher field.
The development is the culmination of 10 months of negotiations
Gov't shutdown compels Obama to shorten Asia trip
U.S. President Barack Obama addresses nation regarding government shutdown in the Rose Garden of the White House. PHOTO/Getty Images
U.S. President Barack Obama has canceled two stops on his long-planned trip to Asia because of the partial government shutdown, the White House announced Wednesday.
Obama is scheduled to leave Saturday night for what was originally a four-nation tour. The White House said Obama will still travel to Indonesia and Brunei, but is calling off the final two
U.S. President Barack Obama has canceled two stops on his long-planned trip to Asia because of the partial government shutdown, the White House announced Wednesday.
Obama is scheduled to leave Saturday night for what was originally a four-nation tour. The White House said Obama will still travel to Indonesia and Brunei, but is calling off the final two
Barbados confirms 4 cases of H1N1
Barbados has confirmed 4 cases of influenza A H1N1 including one death.
A statement from the island-nation's Ministry of Health said that results from the 10 samples sent to the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) last week had confirmed the cases. It said the other six samples were negative for the H1N1 virus.
The Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Elizabeth Ferdinand said Barbados has an adequate supply of Tamiflu which is recommended for persons in high
A statement from the island-nation's Ministry of Health said that results from the 10 samples sent to the Trinidad & Tobago-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) last week had confirmed the cases. It said the other six samples were negative for the H1N1 virus.
The Acting Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Elizabeth Ferdinand said Barbados has an adequate supply of Tamiflu which is recommended for persons in high
Guinea: Vote counting continues after legislative elections that could usher in a new level of political stability
Voter casts ballot in Guinea legislative elections. PHOTO/Reuters
Guineans voted in the first parliamentary elections for more than a decade in the once troubled west African nation, after numerous delays.
Voters on Saturday, September 28, chose from more than 1,700 candidates vying for 114 seats in a national assembly, which will replace the transitional body that has been running the country since military rule came to an end in 2010.
The vote, originally due within six months of
Guineans voted in the first parliamentary elections for more than a decade in the once troubled west African nation, after numerous delays.
Voters on Saturday, September 28, chose from more than 1,700 candidates vying for 114 seats in a national assembly, which will replace the transitional body that has been running the country since military rule came to an end in 2010.
The vote, originally due within six months of
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Profile: Linda McGill Boasmond - owner and president of Cedar Concepts Corporation
Linda McGill Boasmond - owner and president of Cedar Concepts Corporation
Linda McGill Boasmond is the owner and Cedar Concepts Corporation, a chemical manufacturing plant based in Chicago.
The company, Cedar Concepts Corporation is an International Standards Organization (ISO) Enterprise that is involved in the manufacturing of surfactants, lubricants and chemical intermediates and the processing of raw materials for the for use in a wide variety of personal-care, household,
Linda McGill Boasmond is the owner and Cedar Concepts Corporation, a chemical manufacturing plant based in Chicago.
The company, Cedar Concepts Corporation is an International Standards Organization (ISO) Enterprise that is involved in the manufacturing of surfactants, lubricants and chemical intermediates and the processing of raw materials for the for use in a wide variety of personal-care, household,
Obama: U.S. government shutdown threatening economy
U.S. President Barack Obama. PHOTO/File
U.S. President Barack Obama said on the first day of a partial federal government shutdown that House Republicans are on an "ideological crusade" against his health-care law, and called on them to stop holding the economy hostage.
Obama, in a speech Tuesday afternoon in the White House Rose Garden, urged Republicans to reopen the government quickly and allow furloughed federal employees to return to work.
He concluded his address by saying
U.S. President Barack Obama said on the first day of a partial federal government shutdown that House Republicans are on an "ideological crusade" against his health-care law, and called on them to stop holding the economy hostage.
Obama, in a speech Tuesday afternoon in the White House Rose Garden, urged Republicans to reopen the government quickly and allow furloughed federal employees to return to work.
He concluded his address by saying
Dominica: Charles Savarin elected President
Charles Savarin (pictured), was elected President of the Commonwealth of Dominica on Monday with opposition legislators boycotting the event.
Savarin, a former diplomat and trade unionist, had until last week served as minister of national security in the Roosevelt Skerrit administration and had been the government’s third nominee for the largely ceremonial post.
He received 19 votes and will replace President Eluid Williams, who was elected last year to complete the term of office
Savarin, a former diplomat and trade unionist, had until last week served as minister of national security in the Roosevelt Skerrit administration and had been the government’s third nominee for the largely ceremonial post.
He received 19 votes and will replace President Eluid Williams, who was elected last year to complete the term of office
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