Illinois pastor swims English Channel for charity Sep 21, 2009
His goal is to raise $50,000 to build a school in Waku Kungo, Angola. So far, he's raised more than $30,000. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Oil falls towards $72 Sep 18, 2009
OPEC seaborne oil exports, excluding Angola and Ecuador, will rise 200,000 barrels per day (bpd) in the four weeks to Oct. 3, an analyst who tracks future shipments said on Thursday. Still, some analysts said the recent string of positive economic data would keep oil prices supported, as data around the world have strengthened the view that a global economic recovery was underway and that energy demand would soon recover. (India Times)
Cuban-American leader seeks new path Sep 13, 2009
While steadily working to topple Fidel Castro's government, he also popped up, Forest Gump-style, in the midst of the war in Angola, the fall of the Soviet Union and even the 2008 U.S. presidential election ... While steadily working to topple Fidel Castro's government, he also popped up, Forest Gump-style, in the midst of the war in Angola, the fall of the Soviet Union and even the 2008 U.S. presidential election ... While steadily working to topple Fidel Castro's government, he also popped up,... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
India lets Kashmir leader travel Sep 1, 2009
Angola: Final frontier for fossils ... Why Angola is the 'final frontier' for dinosaur-hunters. (Yahoo News -- Kashmir Dispute)
Zimbabwe: Welcome, Cde President Zuma! Aug 28, 2009
We are honoured to be the third African country to host you in your capacity as president of the brotherly and sisterly people of South Africa after your official visits to Libya and Angola. Your itinerary shows you are retracing the steps you took brandishing your machine-gun to bring freedom to South Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Oil rebounds above $72 Aug 28, 2009
On the supply side, OPEC seaborne oil exports, excluding Angola and Ecuador, will fall 140,000 barrels per day (bpd) in the four weeks to Sept 12, an analyst who tracks future shipments said. Exports from the group will drop to 22. (India Times)
Second health-care 'phone town hall' goes well Aug 26, 2009
Plus they drove South Africa out of Angola years ago. despite plans to send "our Cubans" to Africa---Ricky Ridcardo is well versed in handling domestic upheaval and other "our" Cubans set about bugging all of Africa's phones. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Superjumbo coming to SA? Aug 17, 2009
Ralf Karsenbarg, Air France-KLM Commercial Director for Southern Africa and Angola, said South Africa had been chosen as one of the first routes for the A380 because Air France is "optimistic about developments in South Africa, not only because of the 2010 World Cup but also because it is an attractive destination and much effort is being exerted to promote it both internally and externally". At the same time, Air France has announced that it will be auctioning off 380 seats on each of its two... (iAfrica.com)
Clinton: Al Qaeda could seek 'foothold' in Nigeria Aug 15, 2009
Clinton opened her Africa trip in Nairobi, Kenya, then went to South Africa, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo. She will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde. (CNN -- World)
Clinton presses Nigeria on corruption, oil Aug 13, 2009
Violence in the region has led to cuts in production that in June led to Angola surpassing Nigeria in monthly oil production. To deal with the situation, Yar'Adua has offered militants in the Niger Delta amnesty if they turn in their arms, register and take part in reintegration programs. (MSNBC -- International)
Halliburton inks Total deal Aug 13, 2009
has been awarded a $140 million contract by for work on a project offshore Angola. The Houston oilfield services company will continue providing fluid services in support of the French oil and gas company s deepwater drilling and completion activities. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Maruti rolls out 1,00,000th A-Star Aug 12, 2009
The company has already exported over 50,000 units of A-Star to over 44 countries including Netherlands, UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, Angola, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Morocco, Libya, New Zealand and some Latin American nations. The production of the model started in October, 2008. (India Times)
South Africa: Meeting Zuma Was 'Extremely Helpful', Says Clinton Aug 12, 2009
com: South Africa: Meeting President Zuma Was 'Extremely Helpful' - Clinton (Page 1 of 1). South Africa: Meeting President Zuma Was 'Extremely Helpful' - Clinton. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton visits Congo on Africa tour Aug 11, 2009
She arrived in Congo from Angola, South Africa and Kenya. She will also visit Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (MSNBC -- Politics)
* Clinton heads to DRC from Angola Aug 11, 2009
Clinton heads to DRC from Angola ... US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was headed to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) yesterday to target an epidemic of sexual assault in the violence-torn nation after wrapping up a trip to Angola where she pushed democratic reform and trade ... Clinton was scheduled to leave Angola after signing a new agreement with health officials to fight HIV/AIDS and meeting Angolan President Eduardo dos Santos, who has ruled for 30 years and has been... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
'Economic policies sound' Aug 11, 2009
She has already visited Kenya and after South Africa will travel to Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. Digg. (iAfrica.com)
Problems plague State Dept.'s Africa bureau Aug 11, 2009
In Angola on Sunday, she urged lawmakers to "stand against corruption.". The State Department "looks forward to considering the report's recommendations" and using them to improve the Africa bureau, spokesman Bill Strassberger said. (USA Today -- News)
Clinton presses Angola to sweeten trade ties Aug 10, 2009
LUANDA, Angola (AP) -- U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, bringing her democracy and development tour of Africa to oil-rich Angola on Sunday, encouraged the war-ravaged country to continue reforms and pledged to boost trade ties with a major energy producer. Clinton, on the third leg of a seven-nation trip, came to the Angolan capital to reinforce America's presence in a country where it increasingly is competing for resources with China ... Beijing has loaned Angola billions of... (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
S Africa's president meets Hillary Clinton in Durban Aug 9, 2009
11:40, August 09, 2009. U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (L) watches as South Africa's President Jacob Zuma speaks during a photo call after a brief meeting in Durban, August 8, 2009. (People's Daily Online, China)
Angola next stop on Hillary Clinton's tour Aug 9, 2009
Angola next stop on Hillary Clinton's Africa tour - CNN.com ... Angola next stop on Hillary Clinton's Africa tour ... Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to visit Angola on Sunday. (CNN -- World)
'Zuma was helpful' - Clinton Aug 9, 2009
Last Upd: 11:45am 08 Aug 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
US, S.Africa working together on Zimbabwe: Clinton Aug 8, 2009
Clinton who visits Nelson Mandela and goes to an AIDS project later Friday, leaves South Africa on Sunday for Angola. The 11-day trip is her longest since becoming Secretary of State and her first to sub-Saharan Africa. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Top Article: Log On To The Power Of Ideas Aug 8, 2009
It gets implemented first in Madagascar, Angola and Brazil before it does so in India. The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research's New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership Initiative gave the challenge and funding for the creation of a low-cost computer to entrepreneur Vinay Deshpande, who created a mobile personal computer. (India Times, India)
Newsweek: What Clinton hopes to accomplish in Africa Aug 7, 2009
Country: AngolaPurpose: Pure strategy After years of bitter distance (prompted by Ronald Reagan's intervention during the civil war on behalf of anticommunist forces), Washington has developed a budding relationship with Angola this decade, spurred mostly by the discovery of massive unexploited oilfields. Angola is now the top oil exporter in Africa, with all the familiar trappings: concentrated oil wealth, trouble with democracy, and a 48 percent unemployment rate ... President Bush's... (MSNBC -- International)
South Africa: Clinton Visit 'Should Be a Debate, Not a Lecture' Aug 7, 2009
After SA, Clinton will travel to Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. Human rights movements have asked Clinton to call on the Angolan government to end arbitrary detention and torture in Cabinda, its oil-rich northern enclave. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton recalls US embassy attacks in Africa Aug 6, 2009
From Kenya, Clinton will travel to South Africa, Angola, Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde ... From Kenya, Clinton will travel to South Africa, Angola, Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Hillary Clinton Begins 7-Stop Africa Tour Aug 5, 2009
Clinton's arrival marks the start of a seven-nation tour of Africa, stopping in South Africa, Angola, Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde ... From Kenya, Clinton on her first trip to Africa as secretary of state, will travel to South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (CBS News -- World)
U.S. Secretary of State Visits Seven African Countries Aug 4, 2009
She will also visit South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde, returning to Washington on August 14 ... In Angola, Clinton's next stop, energy will be the principal topic. (allAfrica.com)
Clinton to tackle African trouble spots Aug 3, 2009
Starting Tuesday, Clinton will visit Kenya, South Africa, Congo, Angola, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde on a tour aimed at "supporting strong and sustainable democratic governments," State Department officials said. Obama's message of promoting African self-sufficiency will face challenges, however, as Clinton confronts some of the continent's most intractable problems. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
The week ahead Aug 3, 2009
Mrs Clinton will travel to Kenya, South Africa, Angola, Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. She has sidelined recently by a broken elbow, by President Barack Obama's recent trips, including one to Africa, and by the vice-president, Joe Biden, who has been enthusiastically travelling the world. (The Economist)
Clinton's trip to underscore US commitment to AfricaWashington, US (PANA) - The 11-day trip to Africa by US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will highlight and underscorethe Obama Administrations commitment to making Africa a priority in U.S. foreign policy, according to Assistant Secretary ofState Johnnie Carson. 31/07/2009 Full Text... Aug 1, 2009
Clinton is billed to travel to Kenya, South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Repub lic of the Congo, Nigeria, Liberia, and Cape Verde, starting on 4 August and returning to the US on 14 August ... From South Africa, the Secretary will move on to Angola ... Carson said: ''Angola is one of the largest energy producers in sub-Saharan Afri ca and is a major supplier of both petroleum and LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) to t he U.S. market. (Panapress.com)
Hainan Air sets sights on Hawaii Aug 1, 2009
Following the opening of several new routes to Europe and Russia, Hainan Airlines most recently added Beijing-Moscow and Beijing-Dubai-Luanda (Angola) a few weeks ago. Founded in 1993, Hainan Airlines carries more than 14 million passengers annually and flies to more than 60 domestic and international cities, including the capitals of every Chinese province. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Monkeying around Jul 31, 2009
The unique wildlife park recently made headlines after it welcomed its second baby monkey, born to an exotic Angolan colobus monkey Kiki on 13 July. The first colobus monkey (Colobus guereza) to be born in South Africa was Essie, to her Angolan mother Zeta in April ... Essie and the yet to be named newborn monkey, are siblings from the same father Lacoste, a monkey of Angolan origin. (iAfrica.com)
Africa: Clinton Plans Seven-Nation Trip Jul 29, 2009
Clinton will continue her travel with visits to South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. "This trip will highlight the Obama administration's commitment to making Africa a priority in U.S. foreign policy," Kelly said. (allAfrica.com)
Africa: U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to Visit Continent Jul 29, 2009
Clinton begins her trip in Kenya, after she will travel in turn to Southern, Central and West Africa, stopping in South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. Announcing her visit, the U.S. State Department said that in Kenya, Clinton will focus on the linkages between investment and economic growth as well as opportunities provided to African countries through the U.S. law, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). (allAfrica.com)
A Servant’s Heart: Local pastor finds calling through helping others Jul 28, 2009
That sense of purpose has most recently led him from the welcoming community of Austin County to the iron bars of Angola State Prison in Louisiana, where he ministers to the pastors who work with inmates. As the largest maximum security prison in the country, Angola was also at one time one of the bloodiest, due to the large number of male inmates serving out life sentences. (Sealy News, TX)
World's ambassadors coming to SL Jul 28, 2009
Countries that accepted the invitation to take part include: Angola, Antigua da, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Republic of Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, France, Georgia, Germany, Guatemala. Hungary, India, Iraq, Jamaica, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Laos, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mali Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia Nepal, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New... (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Clinton Plans to Visit 7 African Nations Jul 28, 2009
After Kenya, Clinton will travel to South Africa, Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. "In each nation, she will emphasize Africa as a place of opportunity, built on an ethic of responsibility," Kelly said. (Time.com)
Angola: No Trickle Down From Oil, Diamonds Jul 27, 2009
com: Angola: Entrepreneurial Spirit Born Out of Necessity (Page 1 of 1). Angola: Entrepreneurial Spirit Born Out of Necessity ... These armazens, also filled with goods imported by boat like canned food and electric goods, stock the sellers in Roque but also the smaller-scale vendors who carry their produce into town by Angola's trade mark blue and white taxis - know as "cadongueiros" literally carrying sellers. (allAfrica.com)
Catch a wake up! Jul 16, 2009
Vuka has plans to begin operations in the east African country of Kenya, as well as Angola and other West African countries. In the Southern African region, Botswana, Swaziland, Lesotho and Zimbabwe may soon see the colourful scooters zipping around their streets, as the company is following up a number of enquiries. (iAfrica.com)
Angola expels Congolese Jul 14, 2009
More than 9000 Congolese people have been deported from northern Angola in recent weeks, aid workers said on Monday, creating a desperate situation in the southern Democratic Republic of Congo. The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (Ocha) reported that 1745 people have been expelled from Angola to the Bas-Congo region since the start of June ... They "have nobody to charge of them and they sleep on market stalls" and some had been robbed of all they owned, even... (iAfrica.com)
Nigerian militant group puts condition for release of Indian Jul 13, 2009
Okah was extradited in 2007 from Angola and was on trial for treason but the Nigerian government has promised to set him free as early as today. His anticipated release is part of the govern 00004000 ment-militants amnesty deal. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Africa: G8 Nations Pledge U.S. $20 Billion for Agriculture Jul 11, 2009
A , endorsed by the G8 as well as countries including Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, Nigeria and South Africa, said countries represented had made commitments "towards a goal of mobilizing $20 billion over three years.". The money would be used both to implement "a coordinated, comprehensive strategy focused on sustainable agriculture development" and to provide emergency food aid. (allAfrica.com)
SAB pours into Angola Jul 11, 2009
Article By: SABMiller will build a $125-million brewery and sparkling soft drinks plant in Angola, the brewing giant said on Friday. "SABMiller has rapidly expanded its production assets, depots, sales force and route to market in Angola as the country has maintained its strong economic growth record," the group said in a statement ... On completion of the new plant, SABMiller said it would have invested around $250-million in upgrading or building new facilities across Angola in the space of 18... (iAfrica.com)
Poverty leads G8 summit Jul 10, 2009
Kadhafi is here as the thrusting new chairman of the African Union, while the presidents of Algeria, Angola, Nigeria and Senegal will also join the talks. Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi will join the talks in his role as head of the African development body, Nepad. (iAfrica.com)
PM blames First World for slowdown Jul 8, 2009
Mr Singh said he would be meeting leaders from Italy, Angola, Germany, Japan and the UK but there was no mention in the departure statement on the possible meeting with US President Barack Obama. Read business stories in. (India Times)
Comoros crash spotlights 3rd-world travel risks Jul 4, 2009
He noted that of the 17 airlines from Angola on the European Union's list of banned carriers, only one was actually in operation ... One luxurious flight I had in April 1994 was aboard the Ivory Coast's presidential jet, among journalists invited to interview now-deceased Angolan guerrilla leader Jonas Savimbi ... I sat squeezed in beside 44-gallon drums of fuel for the flight to an unknown destination behind rebel lines in Angola. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Africa: Ghana Visit to Highlight Effective Governance, Says Obama Jul 3, 2009
African countries who have been invited to participate in a working breakfast Friday morning with G8 leaders and the heads of five large international organizations include Angola, Algeria, Nigeria, Senegal, Ethiopia and Libya, each of whom. currently chairs a pan African body. (allAfrica.com)
AU talks drag on Beshir Jul 3, 2009
The continent's biggest economy South Africa, as well as top oil producers Nigeria and Angola, are opposing Kadhafi and arguing for a more gradual approach to integration. It is only the latest move by the Libyan leader to rankle the visiting leaders at the summit in his hometown of Sirte, which is decked out in twinkle lights, lit-up plastic trees and laser shows for the occasion. (iAfrica.com)
War zones top AU agenda Jul 2, 2009
Leaders from about half of the African Union's 53 members were at the summit, with Egypt and top oil producers Nigeria and Angola among the most notable absences. The talks on Thursday were set to turn to the political and armed conflicts roiling the continent, notably in Somalia, where the African Union has deployed 4300 peacekeepers. (iAfrica.com)
A global airline blacklist? Jul 1, 2009
Most of the airlines targetted operate out of Africa, mainly in Angola, Benin, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Swaziland. Some of them do not operate in Europe, but their inclusion would undoubtedly be bad for business. (iAfrica.com)
Nigeria, Russia sign deal Jun 25, 2009
Medvedev, who was greeted with a machine-gun salute at Yar'Adua's palm-lined villa in Abuja, will also visit Angola which last year shaded Nigeria for the title of Africa's largest oil producer. AFP Digg. (iAfrica.com)
Medvedev in Egypt for Africa trip Jun 24, 2009
He will later visit Nigeria, Namibia and Angola, where he will seek to promote Russian business interests, particularly in the energy sector. The visit is part of a bid to bolster Russia's global role. (BBC News -- Europe)
PGA: Golfer's Wife Killed In Crash Jun 23, 2009
Beth Smith was killed in Sunday's crash on Interstate 69, near Angola ... Eleven other passengers were taken to Cameron Hospital in Angola and 11 more were treated at the scene, police said ... An Indiana National Guard unit returning to Fort Wayne from drills in Michigan arrived at the site minutes after the crash and helped the injured, Angola Fire Department spokesman T.R. Hagerty said. (KCRA 3, CA)
Zimbabwe seeks tourism kick from World Cup Jun 20, 2009
Teams looking for high altitude training to acclimatize for the June 11-July 11 World Cup may feel more comfortable in countries like Angola, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia, who do not have the baggage of an economy in ruins and a new power-sharing government that still has not won wide recognition. A decade of crisis has wrecked infrastructure, including soccer stadiums and roads. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Let trade go free Jun 19, 2009
South African business calls on Sadc trade ministers to work with Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to ensure that they are soon able to fully participate in the FTA. Busa also requested that urgent steps are taken to achieve the implementation of existing commitments by Sadc FTA participants, especially Malawi and Zimbabwe. SADC Trade Ministers are expected to also discuss a range of other issues of interest to South African business, and developments will be monitored closely... (iAfrica.com)
A roundabout way of thinking (780) Jun 17, 2009
Gary wrote on Jun 15, 2009 6:36 PM:" A lot depends on their diameter. I know from experience that pulling a long trailer around a small one is no joy; I can't imagine negotiating a semi through one. Plowing snow would be a trick. Larger ones are fine and kind of fun (Angola Indiana, for example). ". Jeff wrote on Jun 16, 2009 8:42 AM:" I can tell you that the Nashville, TN city governmetn really wishes they hadn't installed a roundabout on Division St. near music square. In heavy traffic, which... (The Herald-Palladium)
Africa means business Jun 16, 2009
The Americans are active in Angola, which now produces more oil than Nigeria. In fact, as a result of foreign interest and the other factors listed (greater sophistication in the financial markets and the expansion of economies on the supply side), the IMF says that a select group of countries Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia are now stable enough to rank as emerging markets. (iAfrica.com)
Africa: U.S. Abruptly Cancels New Flights Jun 6, 2009
According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Delta has plans to fly to Luanda, Angola, and Malabo, Equatorial Guinea via Sal, Cape Verde, pending government approvals. Be the first to. (allAfrica.com)
Casto and Thompson to Represent WSU at USA U19 Basketball Trials May 28, 2009
The 12 remaining 19-and-under national teams were distributed as such: Group A includes Angola, Greece, Lithuania and Puerto Rico; Group C consists of Australia, Canada, Spain and Syria; and Group D is comprised of Argentina, Croatia, Kazakhstan and host New Zealand. 2009 USA Men's U19 World Championship Team Trials Schedule Tuesday, June 16 4:30 - 7:30 p.m., Session I Wednesday, June 17 9 a.m. - Noon, Session II 4:30 - 7 p.m.Session III Thursday, June 18 8:30 - 10:30 a.m., Session IV, U19... (Wsucougars.com)
Namibias safari lodges both big and unknown May 27, 2009
Kaokoland, in Namibias northwest corner, is greener than the Namib and is home to many Himba, a nomadic people numbering 12,000 who are scattered throughout northwestern Namibia and southern Angola. The Serra Cafema Camp here features a main lodge sitting on stilts, offering stunning vistas of an oasis of green albida trees above the Kunene River. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Delta putting more of Africa on its map May 27, 2009
In September, Delta plans to launch flights from Atlanta to Luanda, Angola, and Malabo, Equatorial Guinea via Sal, Cape Verde, pending government approvals ... Delta has also adjusted its Africa plans, shifting its Abuja and Monrovia flights to JFK from Atlanta and delaying launch of the Angola and Equatorial Guinea routes due to waits for government approvals. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Why U.S. is boosting ties with Africa, by official May 26, 2009
According to him, Nigeria alone supplies eight per cent of America's oil import while Angola and Algeria share the balance of nine per cent. ... Carson hinted that Nigeria, Angola and Algeria provide 98 per cent of LNG imports for the eastern part of the U.S. ... He said to further boost the two blocs' ties, the U.S. Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton, would visit the Angolan Minister of Foreign Affairs soon having a met her Nigerian and South African counterparts. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Africa: High-Level Engagement With Continent Has Started May 23, 2009
"Secretary Clinton will be meeting with the Angolan minister of foreign affairs, Assun;; o Afonso dos Anjos. She has already met with her Nigerian and South African counterparts. And in July," Carson said, "the president will be making his first trip to Africa in his current capacity, when he travels to Ghana.". Earlier that same day, Carson told his audience, on the 16th anniversary of U.S.-Angolan bilateral relations, United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk signed the U.S.-Angolan Trade... (allAfrica.com)
OPEC to keep output steady May 22, 2009
Venezuela, Angola, Nigeria and Iran have all been accused of over producing. Will OPEC change its oil production targets on May 28. (India Times)
