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South Africa and Nigeria spar over xenophobic violence

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By Azad Essa, Khadija Patel, 28 APR 2015, Mail & Guardian (South Africa)  SA condemns the withdrawing of envoys by Nigeria and says it did not blame Nigeria for poorly handling the aftermath of the church collapse in 2014. The recent xenophobic violence in South Africa against migrant workers has sparked a new diplomatic rift with Nigeria, with the South … [Read more...] about South Africa and Nigeria spar over xenophobic violence

Jacob Zuma calls for region to take responsibility

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By Setumo Stone, 28 APRIL 2015, Business Day (South Africa) PRESIDENT Jacob Zuma on Monday went on the offensive challenging his African peers to take responsibility for the problem of migration. Monday’s comments by Mr Zuma at the Freedom Day celebrations in Pretoria marked a significant change in tone to a more combative one. "We cannot shy away from discussing the reasons … [Read more...] about Jacob Zuma calls for region to take responsibility

Burundi police confront anti-president protesters, army on streets

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BUJUMBURA | BY PATRICK NDUWIMANA, Mon Apr 27, 2015, Reuters   (Reuters) - Police on Monday fired tear gas and water cannon at protesters rallying in Burundi's capital to oppose President Pierre Nkurunziza's plan to run for a third term, a move they saw as a violation of the peace deal that ended a civil war 10 years ago. Nkurunziza's spokesman called the protests an … [Read more...] about Burundi police confront anti-president protesters, army on streets

Why Iran is standing by its weakened, and expensive, ally Syria

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By Nicholas Blanford, 27 April 2015, CS Monitor Iran already spends $35 billion a year to prop up the Assad regime, according to one estimate. Iranian officials say Syria is of supreme strategic importance. BEIRUT, LEBANON — Iran has proven critical in helping keep President Bashar al-Assad in power after four years of bloody war, dispatching … [Read more...] about Why Iran is standing by its weakened, and expensive, ally Syria

For Europe-Bound Migrants, Desperation Outweighs Risks

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By Sylvia Poggioli, 27 April 2015, NPR After a two-month wait in Libya, Hassan Silla, a 35-year-old from Sierra Leone, made the sea crossing from northern Africa to southern Italy on a smuggler's boat last February. As one of 76 migrants on a 12-meter-long inflatable dinghy, Silla knew exactly what the risks were. Lawlessness and chaos have gripped Libya, and … [Read more...] about For Europe-Bound Migrants, Desperation Outweighs Risks

“Democracy Is A Game For The Dead” – Ngwena

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Masvingo-When Supa Mandiwanzira’s Zi FM Stereo started co – hosting reggae Judgement Yard Disc Jockeys, it took the entertainment stage by storm but maybe no one really thought beyond the lines when it comes to their style of deejaying which spreads powerful messages in a Jamaican patwa style. Their words, ‘When injustice becomes a right, resistance becomes a duty’ would … [Read more...] about “Democracy Is A Game For The Dead” – Ngwena

Zimbabwe: Fears for Zanu PF as chaos escalates

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By THELMA CHIKWANHA, POLITICAL EDITOR, 26 APRIL 2015,  Daily News (Zimbabwe) HARARE - Alarmed by the escalating anarchy devouring the ruling party, Zanu PF bigwigs — including an under pressure President Robert Mugabe — are planning to devote most of their time looking into the mindless bloodletting when the politburo, the party’s highest decision-making body outside … [Read more...] about Zimbabwe: Fears for Zanu PF as chaos escalates

Egyptians should stand behind their president, says Hosni Mubarak

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Sunday 26 Apr 2015, Ahram online (Egypt) In a rare talk, Egypt’s ousted president Hosni Mubarak said on Sunday that there are "fateful decisions" that need to be taken by current president Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi and that Egyptians should stand behind him. Mubarak, who was ousted on 11 Feburary 2011 following an 18-day uprising, spoke briefly on the phone with … [Read more...] about Egyptians should stand behind their president, says Hosni Mubarak

Kenya: Assaulted journalists file complaint

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SUNDAY, APRIL 26, 2015, The Daily Nation (Kenya) The journalists and Tana River County staff who were attacked and injured by General Service Unit officers have recorded statements with police. Mr Nehemiah Okwembah of NTV, Citizen TV’s Reuben Ogachi, county information officer Ali Wario and driver Abdi Elema filed complaints at the Malindi Police Station on … [Read more...] about Kenya: Assaulted journalists file complaint

Writers withdraw from PEN gala, cite honor for Charlie Hebdo

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By Hillel Italie, Apr. 26, 2015, Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Ondaatje, Francine Prose and at least four other writers have withdrawn from next month's PEN American Center gala, citing objections to the literary and human rights organization's honoring the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo. PEN announced Sunday that the writers were upset by Charlie … [Read more...] about Writers withdraw from PEN gala, cite honor for Charlie Hebdo