President Obama’s historic trip to Africa, where he’s set to become the first U.S. president to address the African Union. On Monday, Obama made history … A democratically elected governmentRead more
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Africa’s Pinochet
The trial of Hissène Habré, the former dictator of Chad, began in Senegal Monday but took an unexpected turn today when it was postponed 45 … Africa’s PinochetRead more
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Land and seed laws under attack as Africa is groomed for corporate recolonization
A battle is raging for control of resources in Africa – land, water, seeds, minerals, ores, forests, oil, renewable energy sources. Agriculture is one of … Land and seed laws under attack as Africa is groomed for corporate recolonizationRead more
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Coca-Cola’s investment in Africa is not about solving hunger
Coca Cola announced it would expand its business activities in Africa. The corporate giant announced it will increase investments in Africa by $5 billion over … Coca-Cola’s investment in Africa is not about solving hungerRead more
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Former Chad Dictator, Called “Africa’s Pinochet,” on Trial in Senegal
the trial of the former dictator of Chad has begun in Senegal. Hissène Habré is a former U.S. ally who has been described as “Africa’s … Former Chad Dictator, Called “Africa’s Pinochet,” on Trial in SenegalRead more
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European Timber Industry Fuels Central African Republic’s War2013
In a new report, Global Witness accuses European timber companies of fueling the war in the Central African Republic by making lucrative deals with the … European Timber Industry Fuels Central African Republic’s War2013Read more
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Bill Gates’ Human Experimentation with GM Bananas in Africa Condemned by Scientists
At least 124 food and outreach organizations, as well as 26 individual scientists, have signed onto a letter sent to the Bill & Melinda Gates … Bill Gates’ Human Experimentation with GM Bananas in Africa Condemned by ScientistsRead more
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Is Your Pension Fund Taking Land Away From African Farmers?
Since the 2007 food price crisis, a growing number of US investment funds have been buying up swaths of farm land around the world in … Is Your Pension Fund Taking Land Away From African Farmers?Read more