Africa
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New report reveals Africa’s gambling revenues moderate amidst faltering economic climate
Gross gambling and casino revenues showed subdued growth in 2013 in the wake of a faltering economy. Gross gambling increased…
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Africa’s Latest False Choice
By Mahamoud Ali Youssouf Djibouti – With the rise of Asian economies and their desire to play a greater role…
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UNHCR starts relocation of 15,000 stranded South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia
Matar Way Station, Ethiopia, – The UN refugee agency has begun relocating nearly 15,000 South Sudanese refugees who had been…
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U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia announces establishment of new visa class for maritime professionals
Bahir Dar – In remarks today to government officials, faculty and students at the Ethiopian Maritime Training Institute (EMTI) in…
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Call for governments to re-dedicate to women’s & girls’ rights
Addis Abeba- Women’s rights organizations meeting in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia from 14-16 November have called on African governments to re-dedicate…
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EU announces new funding of €29 million for anti-Ebola aid
Addis Abeba – The European Union is continuing to scale up its response to the Ebola epidemic as its Coordinator…
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First ‘Africa Data Challenge’ calls for data projects with practical, human impact in Africa
The Planet Earth Institute NGO will host first ever ‘Africa Data Challenge’ as part of the second #ScienceAfrica UnConference on…
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Business leaders commit $28.5 million initial emergency fund to help Africa’s Ebola response
Addis Abeba – A historic Roundtable of business leaders comprising CEOs from a range of sectors such as banking, telecommunications,…
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USAID and Ministry of Education Launch a National Mother Tongue Reading Program
15 million children to benefit from new materials and training of 65,000 teachers Hawassa, October 29, 2014. The United States…
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Inauguration of New Office Facility in Addis Abeba signifies a more innovative UN
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon and Economic Commission for Africa Carlos Lopes have hailed the opening of a new office…
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