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Monday, December 15, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 15 December 2014

Miss South Africa Rolene Strauss crowned Miss World 2014
Source: Fox2Now/CNN Wires

‘Local knowledge key to Breaking Ground in Sub-Saharan Africa’
Source: This Day Live

How crude oil’s global collapse unfolded
Source: Times Live

Ghana, Kenya sign seven agreements
Source: GhanaWeb

Untapped SME opportunities in Africa
Source: Business Day

Malema says South Africa is in a crisis
Source: The New Age

Life is different in Ghana
Source: Kiwi Traveller

The World’s Kitchen? Thailand’s Lessons for Africa
Source: Ventures Africa

China partners Abuja varsity on human capacity devt, cultural exchange
Source: The Guardian

Boko Haram: Over 800 Schools, 194,664 Students Affected – CSOs’ Report
Source: Leadership

2015 Outlook For Core Africa Markets Positive, Says Malick Badjie
Source: Seeking Alpha

Ethiopia welcomes Korean investors, professors and engineers
Source: Korea Herald

Ebola is no ordinary disease. It changes the way people relate to each other
Source: The Guardian

Africa’s middle class floats between poverty, prosperity
Source: The Sunday Independent

Culture Of Silence In Nigeria And Rising Gender Based Violence
Source: Channels TV

The Central African Republic’s Hidden Conflict
Source: International Crisis Group

Nigerian oil workers to strike from Monday
Source: Sky News Australia

Rights Groups: New Kenya Security Laws Threaten Freedoms
Source: Naharnet

‘Sudan’s economy collapsed, 2015 budget fake’: economist
Source: Radio Dabanga

Kenya needs to win war of ideas to stop militant advance
Source: Daily Times

Ambassador To U.S. Presents Credentials To President Obama
Source: GhanaWeb

Museveni outlines objectives of NRM to NEC
Source: New Vision



Wednesday, August 20, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 20 August 2014

China must stop its arms sales to war-torn South Sudan
Source: South China Morning Post

Shortage of school toilets leaves stink
Source: IOL/Daily News


Africa’s necessary data revolution
Source; Korea JoongAng Daily

E-readers bring hope to Africa's schools
Source: CNN

Uganda Foreign Missions websites a disaster
Source: New Vision

African Women Are Africa's Future
Source: The Huffington Post

'Sony phones top for porn in SA'
Source: iAfrica.com

Can China Save Africa's Elephants?
Source: Bloomberg View

Global Consulting Firm Links Businesses to Partnerships in Africa
Source: AFK Insider

'In Morocco youth unemployment is driving up inequality'
Source: The Guardian

Aga Khan Development Network to Invest U.S. $1 Billion (Sh1.6 Trillion)in Expansion Plans for Tanzania
Source: Daily News

Conservationists Urge Action As African Elephants Reach Tipping Point
Source: NPR/Here & Now

African Media Tries to Educate Public About Ebola
Source: Voice of America

Mutharika Urged to Protect Sexual Minorities in Malawi
Source: Nyasa Times

UK, US support Uganda malaria eradication efforts
Source: New Vision

Museveni tells off Bukusu, Bagisu over archaic circumcision ritual, 
says it promotes prostitution
Source: The Star

These Two Charts Show How China Is Helping Decimate Africa's Elephants
Source; Foreign Policy

President Uhuru assures investors in tourism industry of support
Source: Standard Digital

FM: Kenya Supports Iran's Right to Use Peaceful N. Technology
Source: Fars News Agency

In Liberia, Ebola Quarantine Sparks Riots
Source: NPR/Here & Now

Clearing the air on US-Kenya relations
Source: Standard Digital

Why Are So Many Women Dying From Ebola?
Source: Foreign Policy




Monday, August 18, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 18 August 2014

The truth about porn in South Africa
Source: Mybroadband

South Sudan's Coming Famine
Source: Foreign Policy

Handmaiden to Africa's Generals
Source: The New York Times

Kenya seals deals worth Sh50b in the US
Source: Standard Digital

Behind the Africa-America Summit
Source: The Independent

SA teen sexting warning
Source: IOL/Daily News

Scramble for ‘New Africa’ hots up
Source: Zambia Daily Mail

Finally, A Continent Gets Recognized: US-Africa Summit Begins History Anew
Source: Tadias Magazine

Giant Rats Trained to Sniff Out Tuberculosis in Africa
Source: National Geographic

China’s million-migrant march into Africa
Source: The Japan Times

Gabon rules out closing border over Ebola, vows to remain vigilant
Source: Shanghai Daily

Ugandan gays who fled to Kenya still feel danger
Source: Hawaii News Now/AP

Conflict experts warn South Sudan may not end soon
Source: NTV

Museveni blamed for trillion railway deal mess
Source: The Independent

Africa to catch up with Asian economic powerhouses - SADC
Source: Coastweek/Xinhua

Turkey Plans to Invest in Africa's Energy Industry
Source: Daily Sabah

How Pygmy People Got Their Short Stature
Source: Live Science

Chelsea Clinton Wants You to Help End Elephant Poaching
Source: Gotham Magazine

The 1st National Forum on Gabon Oil & Gas Opens Exhibition to the Public
Source: StarAfrica

Can kimchi cure Ebola?
Source: Saludify

Gambia: Progress slow in implementation of money laundering measures
Source: African Manager

Poachers Killed 8 Percent of All African Elephants in 2011
Source: Motherboard

Mogae vents frustration at Botswana over HIV fight
Source: StarAfrica

THE CHATTER: Ebola also threatens economies, says Moody's
Source: Business Day




Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 13 August 2014

UNICEF Report: Africa's Population Could Hit 4 Billion By 2100
Source: NPR/All Things Considered

South African men have less sex than the global average
Source: Capital FM Lifestyle Magazine

Rights Groups in 'Recon' Mode Following U.S.-Africa Summit
Source: The Advocate

Ebola Outbreak Impacts on The African Football
Source: StarAfrica

Uhuru back from US, gets down to work
Source: Capital FM

New Malawi leader stakes claim to lake
Source: New Zimbabwe

Museveni hires US firm for PR
Source: The Observer

Porn is not illegal, StarSat argues
Source: Tech Central

In Uganda, Museveni and MPs appear at odds over anti-gay bill
Source: San Diego Gay & Lesbian News

Tom Donohue: Africa a Land of Opportunity for American Business
Source: Noozhawk

Ugandan President Appears To Be Stalling Efforts To Revive Anti-Homosexuality Bill
Source: BuzzFeed

Which cities hold the key to unleashing growth in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Source: PWC

Africa’s affluent ready to pay a premium for quality: EMS survey
Source: CNBC Africa

China hopes US will also do its best to support Africa development
Source: BD Live

US-Africa Summit shifts relationship from aid to commercial partnership
Source: IOL Business Report

Obama Directs $10M To Fight Terrorism in Africa
Source Forbes

Museveni okays ‘private’ gays
Source: The Observer

Liberia looks ahead with new oil bid round
Source: Reuters

US-Africa relations: America will laugh last, and longest
Source: The Observer

Is the IMF Going to Save Ghana’s Troubled Economy?
Source: Africa in Transition

A railway deal, the Chinese, and a minister gone rogue
Source: The Observer

Africa’s Biggest City Fights ‘Wicked Lies’ on Ebola Myths
Source: Bloomberg

Africa can do a lot with the newfound attention
Source: Gulf News

Uncertainty as Power Africa moves offices
Source: Standard Digital

Ebola Also Devastates Wild Ape Population
Source: Voice of America

Samsung Unveils First Solar Powered Internet School In Ghana
Source: Ventures Africa

Study indicates significant potential for low operating cost at Mebaga
Source: Creamer Media's Mining Weekly

Rhinos being airlifted to safety out of South Africa
Source: UPI

WHO urges greater Kenya scrutiny over Ebola
Source: Capital FM

The U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: 
A Resounding Success Exposing American Media’s Ignorance of Emerging Africa
Source: Brookings Institution/Africa in Focus

Q & A: What Young African Leaders Are Saying About Obama’s Summit
Source: AFK Insider

Africa's last polar bear dies - Joburg Zoo
Source: The Citizen




Tuesday, August 12, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 12 August 2014

Uganda President Yoweri Museveni Wants To Have Anti-Gay Law Re-Issued
Source: Huffington Post/Reuters

Uganda’s President Looks Like He’s Backing Down On His Country’s Anti-LGBT Bill
Source: ThinkProgress

Ugandan MP: President will water down anti-gay law for ‘our Western friends’
Source: Pink News

Saudi-African trade rises to SR53.63 billion
Source: Arab News

Could the ‘miracle fruit’ help in the fight against obesity?
Source: The Globe and Mail

NY bans purchase and sale of ivory: Happy World Elephant Day!
Source: Tech Times

Seychelles Promises to Decriminalize Same-Sex Conduct
Source: Human Rights Campaign

Feeling porny: Who watches pornography in South Africa?
Source: Daily Maverick

Shale Impact: 
Double whammy on Nigerian economy as refined products import surge
Source: Business Day

Boko Haram: A Different Perspective
Source: Africa in Transition

Nigeria: A nation on the rise
Source: Supply Management

No ‘normal’ sex on porn channels, Jasa argues
Source: Business Day

People knew about porn TV- Icasa
Source: Moneyweb

The electrification of Africa
Source: Global Construction Review

Two locally based companies to look for oil off Gabon's coast
Source: Houston Chronicle

Dubai Chamber confirms speakers for Africa Global Business Forum 2014
Source; CPI Financial

Orange Uganda Reiterates Commitment to Supporting Local Innovation
Source: PC Tech Magazine

SHOCKER: Ghana players engage in sex to survive in Thailand
Source: Goal

King: Africa needs to invest in its women
Source: The State



Thursday, June 5, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 5 June 2014

U.S. criticizes Rwanda over disappearances, press freedom
Source: defenceWeb/Reuters

Dynasties built on the foundation of Western education
Source: Mail & Guardian

Egypt: African countries urged to restructure national economies
Source: PANA

West African oil flow to North America slows to trickle -traders
Source: Reuters

Montco man gets prison for smuggling elephant ivory
Source: Philadelphia Inquirer

Central African central bank needs liquidity management overhaul, IMF says
Source: CentralBanking.com

Africa to get its own Wikipedia
Source: Mail & Guardian

African countries feel cornered in EU trade negotiations
Source: EurActiv

Is there a New Cold War that Impacts Africa?
Source: Global Research

Kenya president meets with German former leader
Source: Global Post/Xinhua

Internet use on mobile phones in Africa predicted to increase 20-fold
Source: The Guardian

Central African Republic Bans Texting, Citing Need For Order
Source: NPR

Gov’t prioritizes agric, industry, services and ICT
Source: New Vision

Museveni to visit Kanungu
Source: The Observer

West Africa Shows Promise for Expanded Meat Exports
Source: Farm Futures

Central African bloc to grow by up to 5.5 percent this year -IMF
Source: Reuters

The future of retail in Africa
Source: Cape Business News

Kenya Air Force will be upgraded - Uhuru
Source: The Star

Cameroon, Chad agree to build 700 kilometre railway link
Source: Reuters


Friday, May 23, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 23 May 2014

Security Is Biggest Challenge to Africa's Development - Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon
Source: African Development Bank Group/AllAfrica.com

Kenya President Wants Parastatal Reforms To Focus On Profitability
Source: Bernama

South Africa’s Political Playground
Source: Africa in Transition

Obama sends U.S. troops to Chad to find Nigerian girls
Source: Battle Creek Enquirer

U.S. Oil Imports From Africa Are Down 90 Percent
Source: Bloomberg Businessweek

Terrorism: Africa’s new game changer?
Source: The Herald

Rwanda and France hold talks in Gabon in tense times
Source: New Vision

Africa should be place to flee to, not from
Source: The Star

A new frontier: Africa’s “explosive” homebrew market
Source: Financial Times

Africa Developing Unified Climate Strategy
Source: Voice of America

Top 10 richest women in Africa (Photos)
Source: Sowetan

Washington Worries Boko Haram Planning Attack on U.S. Interests in Africa
Source: NBC News

China opens multilateral approach to Africa with $2bn fund
Source: New Vision

Africa in the News: Investment in Africa Is Rising and Malawi Votes
Source: Brookings Institution

Morocco-Africa : A Cooperation Strategy with Significant Religious Dimension
Source: Medafrica

Mauritanian President lauds AfDB progress
Source: StarAfrica

Turning Africa's resources into rewards
Source: China Daily USA

Museveni meets Kagame, PTA Bank chief
Source: New Vision


Thursday, April 10, 2014

Africa News Headlines for 10 April 2014

Sex, Style And Success In 'An African City'
Source: NPR

How Nigeria Became Africa's Largest Economy Overnight
Source: The Atlantic

Uganda: Museveni’s son is already number two
Source: The Indian Ocean Newsletter

Elections in Guinea-Bissau
Source: U.S. Department of State

Kenyan Debt Beats Peers as Market Awaits Eurobond: Africa Credit
Source: Bloomberg

South Africa’s Jacob Zuma Stonewalls on Corruption Charges
Source: Africa in Transition

Ethiopia and Kenya to speed up Special Status Agreement to boost business ties
Source: Zegabi

African oil and gas attracts near-record foreign investment
Source: Out-Law.com

Somalia: In Search of a Foreign Policy
Source: The African Executive

More Household Spending plus Increased Investments in Natural Resources and Infrastructure Mean Higher Growth for Africa
Source: World Bank

Kenya, China To Sign Co-operation Pacts During Chinese Premier's Visit
Source: Bernama

Africa: We don’t want aid. Please keep it for your local poor!
Source: Silicon Africa

Eritrea and Ethiopia: Beyond the Impasse
Source: Chatham House

Over the last decade, 17 million more children are learning in sub-Saharan Africa
Source: World Education Blog

Weekly Incidents of Violence in Nigeria
Source: Africa in Transition

The Ugandan anti-gay bill and the limits of US influence in Africa
Source: The Hill

Imports, not refineries, to meet Africa's rising fuel needs: Vitol
Source: Reuters

State witness exonerates Former President Rupiah Banda in oil deal
Source: Lusaka Times

Navy base on the line as Mauritius tries to pit U.S., U.K. in island’s sovereignty bid
Source: Washington Times

Survey: Attitudes of South Africans in the Run Up to Elections
Source: Freedom House

Powering Africa’s Future: Examining the Power Africa Initiative
Source: The African Executive