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The financial crisis in Europe, which entails further economic integration on the African continent

October 9, 2012October 21, 2016 Global Author

Mauritius is to tap into new Markets in Africa says Finance and Economic Development Minister Xavier-Luc Duval, expressing concerns over the fiscal situation in Europe, a key trading bloc partner for the island nation.Minister of Finance and Economic Development, Mr. Xavier-Luc Duval stated of that concerns in the financial crisis in Europe, Mauritius needed to look to the future, which... Read More

Health Advice: Acromegaly

October 9, 2012 Global Author

Acromegaly is caused by an excess secretion of growth hormone due to a tumor of the pituitary gland. The most obvious signs of acromegaly are due to the overgrowth of bones in the face, hands and feet causing facial disfigurement, large hands and feet. However, the changes occur so slowly that they go unnoticed for a long time. . Read More

Health Advice: A Refresher on Diabetes

October 9, 2012 Global Author

Diabetes is a disease that is very common yet causes lots of confusion among people. It is always good to refresh your memory on the risk factors and myths associated with diabetes. The Risk Factors for DiabetesLike other diseases, diabetes has risk factors that include those that can be changed and those that cannot be changed. The risk factors for... Read More

Paladin Energy Malawi’s Kayelekera mine administration too corrupt and dishonest

October 9, 2012 Global Author

Karonga Youth for Justice and Development, a non-governmental organization in Karonga, is calling on government to closely monitor all activities taking place at the Kayelekera Uranium Mine, arguing that since its inauguration seven years ago, the district and Malawi at large have not benefitted from it. The Kayelekera Uranium Mine, located in Karonga, northern part of Malawi, has proven reserves... Read More

Rwandan military ‘tortured’ civilians

October 8, 2012 Global AuthorAmnesty international, Kagame, Military Intellegence, Rwanda, Torture

Kigali - Amnesty International on Monday accused Rwandan military intelligence services of engaging in torture, unlawful detention and enforced disappearances of civilians. The human rights group said in a report members of a Rwandan military intelligence department, known as J2, had tortured civilians with electric shocks, beatings and sensory deprivation to force confessions. J2 also held civilians in military detention... Read More

Rwanda

“He is a killer. He is a dictator. He can’t stand any opposition.”:Lt Joel Mutabazi

October 8, 2012October 23, 2016 Global Authorassassin, dictator, Kagame, murderer, RPF, Rwanda

THE assassins came at night, when their target was alone, and knocked on his apartment door. They had been hunting him for weeks.Joel Mutabazi, an Israeli-trained commando, had fled his own intelligence service after suffering 17 months of solitary confinement and torture and was about to divulge his government’s darkest secrets.But it wasn’t Mossad who were after him. Nor was... Read More

Tanzania asks for mediation over Lake Malawi dispute

October 7, 2012October 21, 2016 Global AuthorBurundi, east africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia, kenya, Lake Malawi, Lake Nyasa, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Oil Dispute, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda

DAR ES SALAAM - Tanzania called on Saturday for an international mediator to resolve a long-standing border dispute with Malawi, conceding the latest talks over territorial rights to Lake Malawi and its potential reserves of oil and gas have failed. The call comes after Malawi accused its neighbour of intimidating its citizens, halting talks with Tanzania over the ownership of... Read More

Health Advice: Gum Diseases

October 7, 2012 Global AuthorAsiaMed Connect, Cleaning, Gum Disease, Health Advice

What is it? Gum diseases are very common and affect most people at least once in their lifetime. The common reason for its development is build up of plaque on the teeth. One of the common signs of gum disease is bleeding from the gums. Careful and regular cleaning of your teeth everyday reduces your risk of developing gum diseases.... Read More

Somali President Names PM

October 7, 2012 Global AuthorHassan Sheikh Mohamud, Somalia

Somalia's new president, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has announced his choice of a political newcomer to serve as the country's prime minister. President Mohamud, on Saturday, announced his selection of Abdi Farah Shirdoon Saaid, a Kenya-based businessman. A correspondent in Somalia says that Mohamud announced his choice after holding a series of consultations with Somali leaders and clan elders. . Read More

Omar al-Bashir Orders Borders Reopened With South Sudan

October 7, 2012 Global AuthorDarfur, President Omar al-Bashir, Soth Sudan, Sudan

Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has ordered land and river border crossings with South Sudan reopened, after agreements signed last month that eased tensions between the neighboring states. Sudan's state-run media said Sunday that Bashir "ordered the opening of all the highway or river gates on the border." The directive came as the president met with his new ambassador to South... Read More