Innovative INDABA 2013 comes to a successful close after high-energy showcase of Southern Africa’s tourism industry

By Tayo Adelaja

Published: May 18, 2013

A modern, cutting-edge INDABA 2013,which significantly enhanced networking connections to stimulate tourism trading between buyers and exhibitors, was the hallmark of the most advanced edition of Africa’s top travel show to date.

Taking a practical technological leap, while staying true to the importance of personal interaction to grow South Africa’s tourism industry, was the standout theme of the four-day show at the Durban International Convention Centre, which ended on Tuesday 14 May 2013.

AFRICAN DIASPORA HEALTH FAIR AND SYMPOSIUM

By admin

Published: April 9, 2013

We will have women who have survived cancer tell their stories, there will be pockets of medical clinic been run by different groups of medical practitioners, leaflets, booklets and informative documents will be given away free. Free medical screens and wellness advices will be provided and Aetna insurance will be giving out a lot of takeaways and free consultation on group insurances.

International Sanctions: Iran feels the Psychological Impact

By James Dorsey

Published: March 13, 2013

The psychological wear and tear is universally visible. Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, a soccer fan who has unsuccessfully tried to tie football to his waning political bandwagon in part because of his encouragement of political interference in the game and his failure to invest in grassroots development and modernization, last October chided the national team for lowering its ambitions.

Nigeria: A Clime of the Incongruous

By Nwaorgu Faustinus

Published: February 22, 2013

The Kwame Nkrumah Africa Leadership Prize award which came from a student leader of a decidedly leftist organisation – National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), according to reports was given to Mr Bode George for his impressive efforts in youth development and education based on the recommendation of its parent body – AASU, an abbreviation for All Africa Student Union. According to the student leader, this is a man who has awarded over 1000 scholarships and grants to indigent students, he deserves to be honoured. Chief Bode George was selected from among the many nominees for the 2012 award based on his commitment to youth development and his defence of democratic institutions.

“My Only Mission Between Now and 2015 is to Assist President Goodluck Jonathan and Governor Rotimi Amaechi To Succeed,”-Tonye Princewill

By Chileetam Nkemjika

Published: February 10, 2013

Prince Tonye Princewill, a politician and businessman, was the governorship candidate of Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) in Rivers State during the 2007 election and currently the Director of Organisation of PDM. In this interview with some Journalists on arrival from his London base hinted of his intention to participate in the politics of 2015, [...]

COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE MEETING OF PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC MOVEMENT (PDM)

By admin

Published: February 10, 2013

The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) met on 5th February, 2013 in Abuja as part of its ongoing effort to reposition itself to continue to be a leading player in the political development of Nigeria. The meeting was attended by the national officers of the Movement, State Coordinators, Women and Youth Leaders from the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory.

Declaration of the Organization of African Youth on the War in Mali

By admin

Published: January 27, 2013

The current intervention in Mali does not constitute a change in French politics in Africa. It cannot then arouse euphoria, in so far as it expresses the permanent African tragedy and fulfills neither the campaign promises of French president François Hollande nor the realization of the legitimate claims of the African youth based on the sanitization of French African relationships, the end of Françafrique, the building of real democracies and the economic development of French speaking Africa.

The Muslim Brotherhood

By Leonard Madu

Published: January 15, 2013

Since a Brotherhood candidate, Mohammed Morsi won the last Egyptian presidential elections, the organization has come under increased scrutiny. Most people outside the Arab world do not know whom they are or what they stand for.

“Shareconomy” is Keynote Theme for CeBIT 2013

By Seyi Oduyela

Published: November 17, 2012

After “Cloud Technology” in 2011 and “Managing Trust” in 2012, “Shareconomy” is the keynote theme for CeBIT 2013. “Cloud-based applications are clearly on the rise, and have now earned user trust. As the world¿s most important event for the digital economy, CeBIT will spotlight this sweeping trend that emphasizes sharing knowledge, resources and experience to create new forms of collaboration,” said Frank Pörschmann, Member of the Managing Board at Deutsche Messe. “New information and communications technologies provide the foundation. The sharing phenomenon is proving in all of its facets to be a pivotal factor in achieving responsible growth.”

“I Thought Life would be better in the United States”- Sunday Atam

By Seyi Oduyela

Published: October 5, 2012

The men sleeping with my wife with other men in the church ganged up against me. For about three days my wife did not sleep at home. So I went to the Police station, the Police told me to go home and call the nearest police station. By the time I got home, they had called the police and accused me of beating my wife. I was arrested and taken to custody. The day of my court hearing, my wife and the people who filed the charges were not where to be found, the Judge then dropped the charges. The pastor hired a lawyer for me, William Cox. It was this lawyer how defended me and bailed me out. When I was in detention, the Pastor came to ask for where I will go to after my release, I told him I had nowhere to go and he led some men into my house to pack all my belongings to the church.

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