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1. South African Company to Begin Mining for Diamonds in Zimbabwe  November 06, 2009 South African company, New Reclamation Group, a private limited company is reportedly planning to form a venture with Zimbabwe to mine diamonds from a deposit that human rights groups say has been the site of military atrocities. This comes as the world's diamond control body called on Zimbabwe to clean up a lawless field, but stopped short of suspending the country from a process meant to keep "blood" gems off the market.  Miners dig for diamonds in Marange, eastern Zimbabwe (File)South African company New Reclamation says it will begin mining for diamonds in eastern Zimbabwe this month ... (read more)

2. South African Athletics Board To Challenge Suspension November 06, 2009 South African runner Caster Semenya, 25 Aug 2009The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC) says it will defend in court its decision to suspend the entire board of Athletics South Africa (ASA) over the handling of the sex testing of Caster Semenya, the country's 800m world champion. Gideon Sam, President of SASCOC tells VOA that the board of ASA has already served notice they intend to challenge SASCOC's decision to suspend them.  Sam says SASCOC will defend its decision, but adds that ASA is trying to forestall a legitimate disciplinary process."We are just say... (read more)

3. Pan-African Malaria Conference Ends on Hopeful Note November 06, 2009 Malaria is spread by mosquitoesA five-day Pan-African conference on malaria has ended in Nairobi, Kenya, with scientists expressing optimism about several developments in the works to prevent, treat, and possibly eradicate a disease that kills nearly one million people in Africa each year. The development that captured the most attention among the 1,500 scientists at this week's conference was the announcement of a new malaria vaccine that has entered the final stage of trials. The vaccine, called Mosquirix, began undergoing trials in May in seven countries across Africa - Burkina Faso, Gabon... (read more)

4. Israel Rejects UN War Crimes Resolution November 06, 2009 Israel has responded angrily to a United Nations resolution that accuses the Jewish state of war crimes against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Former Judge Richard Goldstone, left, Head of the UN Fact Finding Mission on the Gaza Conflict, and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights South African Nava Pillay in Geneva, Switzerland (File)Israel says the United Nations General Assembly is "completely detached from reality," after it endorsed the Goldstone Report accusing the Jewish state of war crimes during the Gaza conflict last December and January. The report also accuses the Islamic militant... (read more)

5. Zimbabwe's Tsvangirai Announces End of Government Boycott November 06, 2009 Zimbabwe's Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai says his party has ended its partial boycott of the power sharing government and has given President Robert Mugabe one month to resolve outstanding disputes in the coalition.Zimbabwean Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai made the announcement at the end of a summit of the politics and security organ of the Southern African Development Community.The members of the group, the heads-of-state of Mozambique, Zambia and Swaziland, concluded the summit in Mozambique by urging the parties in Zimbabwe's unity government to reconcile their differences under the m... (read more)

6. Krugerrand Gold Coins Investment November 06, 2009 1967 was the first year that Krugerrand gold coins were first minted in South Africa. They were first produced for currency but also so the African population could take ownership of gold. To stop markings it was minted in a durable alloy which is a more copper looking colour compared to other national gold bullion coins.It is the current spot price that gives krugerrand gold coins there value, unlike other gold bullion coins which also have a face value. There is no other gold bullion coin in history that has depicted its value like this. The coin was also the first to be measured and minted ... (read more) Author: Darren Massey

7. Melissa and Doug Jigsaw Puzzles: challenge the young minds to figure it out November 06, 2009 From 12 pieces to 500 there are Melissa and Doug jigsaw puzzles for any age and advance level. For the beginner puzzler, there is the 12 piece Pets Jigsaw Puzzles in a box. This is a sturdy wooden puzzle that has a compartment for the pieces to fit snugly and securely in place each every time. This kind of puzzle also has models that depict wild animals, sea life, dinosaurs, African Plains, On the Farm, Playful Pets, On the Go, vehicles, and construction equipment. There are a variety of theme wooden puzzle sets to choose from. There are fairy tales and nursery rhymes, vehicles, se... (read more) Author: Mark McKee

8. Fall of Berlin Wall Had Impact on African Continent November 05, 2009 Berliners celebrating on top of the wall as E. Germans flood through the dismantled Berlin Wall into West Berlin, 12 Nov 1989Monday marks the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall that preceded the collapse of the Soviet Union two years later. The effects of the event were also felt on the African continent, which for decades had been one of the arenas for the conflict between East and West. Analysts say the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 was primarily a symbolic event, but it marked the beginning of changes that would affect Africa and the developing world in many ways.The deputy ... (read more)

9. Tropical Houseplants from A (African Violets) to Z (Zamioculcas) November 05, 2009 A is for African Violet, with furry leaves and plumes of small purple flowers. B is for Begonia, which can have leaves with silver or dark red marking to brighten things up when it is not flowering. C is for Chlorophytum comosum, commonly known as "Spider plant", a green and white striped plant usually seen in hanging baskets. D is for Dionaea muscipula, more commonly known as "Venus flytrap", will actually trap and devour small insects. E is for Epipremnum aureum, commonly know as "Pothos", has is a sturdy vine which usually has yellow or white marking on it's leaves... (read more) Author: Larry Truett

10. Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin Investment November 05, 2009 The Canadian Maple Leaf Gold Coin is a fantastic investment today.Minted by the Royal Canadian Mint, it is the official gold coin of Canada.The best thing about the Canadian maple leaf gold coin is that it is one of the purest gold coins in the world. It was first minted in Canada in 1979. The only other gold coin around at the time was the South African Krugerrand. In 1982 the coin was changed from .999 to .9999, vertually pure gold. It was so pure that the coins started getting handling marks, With all thats going on in todays economy the Canadian maple leaf gold coin is still the investor m... (read more) Author: Darren Massey

11. Salsa Songs CDs - Enjoy To Dance Salsa, Clave Music, Conga Music, Cow Bell Music, Timbale Music, Gu November 05, 2009 Salsa Songs CDs What is Salsa? Salsa is a dance for Salsa music created by Spanish-speaking people from the Caribbean. Salsa dancing mixes African and European dance influences through the music and dance fusions that are the roots of Salsa: Son, Guaguanc, Rumba, Boogaloo, Pachanga, Guaracha, Plena, Bomba. Salsa is normally a partner dance, although there are recognized solo forms, line dancing (suelta), and Rueda de Casino where groups of couples exchange partners in a circle. Salsa can be improvised or performed with a set routine. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia ... (read more) Author: Arith Qual

12. Africa Boycott Steers UN Climate Talks November 04, 2009 UN Framework Convention on Climate ChangeCommitments on greenhouse-gas emissions cuts will be the focus of the remaining few days of a U.N. climate conference in Barcelona. African delegates pulled out of talks Tuesday to protest developed countries' failure to set concrete emissions goals.Delegates in Spain hit a major stumbling block Tuesday when the African group pulled out of some climate talks, saying rich nations are not doing enough to tackle climate change. They said developed nations had to set targets to curb greenhouse-gas emissions before they would negotiate on other issues.In r... (read more)

13. UN Takes up Gaza War Crimes Report November 04, 2009 The United Nations General Assembly is meeting to discuss a U.N. report that alleges both Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas committed war crimes during their conflict in the Gaza Strip.The assembly Wednesday debates a resolution on the report, and a vote could come as early as Wednesday evening.South African judge Richard Goldstone wrote the report based on a U.N. fact-finding mission on the Gaza conflict. It recommends that Israel and Hamas face potential prosecution in The Hague if they do not conduct credible investigations within six months.Both Israel and Hamas have denied ... (read more)

14. Reebok Brand Shoes November 05, 2009 Reebok is the brand that fits you on and off the field, and legitimately so as the company found its roots in Germany in the 1890's when Joseph William Foster created a pair of novelty running shoes with spikes in them for additional traction. In the 1960's 2 of the founder's grandsons renamed the company Reebok after an African word which was an African gazelle or antelope. Reebok stayed primarily an European brand of shoe, only being sold throughout Europe till 1979. Reebok brand sneakers introduced their Freestyle athletic shoe in 1982 for women and women fully loved them. They wore them... (read more) Author: Brad Rodgers

15. Reebok Shoes November 05, 2009 Reebok is the brand that fits you on and off the fieldand justly so as the company found its roots in Germany in the 1890's when Joseph William Foster created 2 novelty jogging shoes with spikes in them for additional traction. In the 1960's 2 of the founder's grandsons renamed the company Reebok after an African word which was an African gazelle or antelope. Reebok remained basically a western european kind of shoe, only being sold throughout Europe until 1979. It was then a US sporting products distributor discovered them and worked out a deal to distribute them across the US. Reebok brand... (read more) Author: Brad Rodgers

16. Antique Earrings - Add Value to Your Treasure November 04, 2009 Antique earrings from different eras of history and from different countries and continents are capable of grabbing the attention of women. From French jewelry blue rhinestone earrings to sterling based jet earrings, one can find a huge collection of museum earrings at online antique jewelry stores. Earrings from Asian, African and Native American jewelry collections can also be great choices for modern women. Apt for All Ages Antique earrings can be worn by women from all age groups. Teenage women can choose traditional earrings designed using sterling silver and a variety of gemstones... (read more) Author: Anirban Bhattacharya

17. FIFA world cup with cheap flights to Johannesburg November 05, 2009 Johannesburg is the largest city of South Africa and one of the hosting cities of FIFA world cup. It has become one of the most popular destinations for most of the holidaymakers. This city is best for your leisure and business holidays. Johannesburg is the world class African city. Most international visitors to South Africa pass through Johannesburg at least once, which has led to the development of more attractions for tourists. With Cheap Flights To Johannesburg you can enjoy the cities cultural and historical heritage along with FIFA world cup 2010. Matches of soccer world cup... (read more) Author: Alvis Gray

18. Compaore Chairs Inter-Guinean Dialogue November 03, 2009 Burkina Faso's President Blaise Compaore has chaired the first day of mediation talks in Ouagadougou between Guinea's military junta and other political groups.   Blaise Compaore, President of Burkina Faso (File)Backed by the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS), the talks are aimed at finding solutions to the ongoing crisis in Guinea. President Campaore has previously helped mediate peace in neighboring Cote d'Ivoire and is believed to have some influence on the leader of the ruling junta in Guinea.President Campaore said the West African states must pull togethe... (read more)

19. Madagascar Talks Open With Plea for Compromise November 03, 2009 Talks on Madagascar's political impasse have opened in Addis Ababa with a plea for rival factions to put aside mutual animosities for the sake of the country's economic survival. The atmosphere was tense as leaders of Madagascar's four main political movements met for a fourth round of negotiations on formation of a transitional government. Madagascar's de-facto President Andry Rajoelina sat at one side of the large African Union plenary hall. The man he ousted as president earlier this year, Marc Ravalomana sat on the opposite side. There was no ceremonial handshake, not even a sign the bitt... (read more)

20. Aqua Vino invites aquarium guests to sip and stare November 05, 2009 At the Georgia Aquarium's fourth annual Aqua Vino event Thursday, guests might raise a glass to Mojo, a teenage painter who uses her feet as brushes. Mojo's framed canvas work will be auctioned off for charity at the wine and food-filled event benefiting the Correll Center for Aquatic Animal Health, where she is a regular. After all, this petite painter is an African penguin. Guests can see Mojo and nearly 50,000 of her animal friends during the event, which features more than 200 wines and food from 33 Atlanta restaurants. And with the night-time event open to just 1,100 ticket-ho... (read more) Author: Health Insurance

21. British Coup Leader Pardoned In West Africa November 03, 2009 A British man sentenced to 34 years in jail for his part in a failed coup in Equatorial Guinea has been granted a presidential pardon and is expected to leave the West African country within 24 hours. Simon Mann's release comes only a 1 1/2 years into a 34-year sentence. In 2008 he admitted plotting to oust Equatorial Guinea's President Teodoro Obiang Nguema. But the country's chief judge said Mann and four South African accomplices would be freed Tuesday after the conspirators were given a full pardon by the country's president. A presidential advisor has told British media that Mann, 57, wh... (read more)

22. African Delegates Call For Stronger Greenhouse Gas Cuts November 03, 2009 A group of African delegates is blocking the last round of climate change talks before a major summit in Copenhagen next month. The Africans want richer nations to agree to more ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goals, among other measures. Severe drought is one of the expected consequences of climate change in AfricaJust a day after they opened, the climate change talks in Barcelona have stalled, as a group of about 50 African countries air their unhappiness about the cuts in greenhouse gas emissions that richer nations are prepared to make. Those cuts will be key to the success of a Decembe... (read more)

23. The African Parrot Are Intelligent, Charming And In Need Of Love November 03, 2009 So, you have decided to go out and get an African Parrot. We believe you have made a wise choice in which birds to get as they are a very popular bird. However, believe it or not, many of these birds end up being in the animal shelter or set free out in the wild, all because their owners were not ready for them. Before you go out and adopt your new family member, it is time for you to look deep and make sure you are honestly ready for this pet. Within this article, we are going to help you out by telling you some information about the African Parrot. These are adorable cr... (read more) Author: Stan Spencer

24. African Teams Find Mixed Results at Under-17 World Cup November 02, 2009 Nigeria 2009, FIFA Under-17 World CupAfrica's representatives at the FIFA Under-17 World Cup have experienced varying levels of success in Nigeria. After a first round with highs and lows for the continent's teams, two of five remain for the knockout rounds.  The final first round matches at the Under-17 World Cup came to a conclusion Sunday, and the pairings for the knockout rounds were finalized. Disappointingly for the African hosts, the final group of 16 teams that will battle it out for the youth championship this year lacks the normally large number of African teams.Of the five co... (read more)

25. DRC President Visits Zimbabwe in Regional Mediation Effort November 02, 2009 Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) President Joseph Kabila is in Harare where he is expected to try to mend the widening cracks in Zimbabwe's unity government.DRC President Joseph Kabila (file)Mr. Kabila holds the rotating chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community. His trip follows last week's visit by representatives of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defense and Security, known as the Troika. The state-controlled Herald daily newspaper quotes DRC's ambassador to Harare, Mwana Nanga, as saying Mr. Kabila promised Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe he would visit Harare durin... (read more)

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