Kufuor returns home Oct 15, 2009
The Inje University in Seoul, South Korea awarded him an honorary doctorate degree (PhD) in Political Science for his exemplary leadership as President of Ghana for two terms and for his contribution to peace in Sierra Leone, Liberia and Kenya. A statement signed by Mr Frank Agyekum, Press Secretary at the Office of former President, said Swiss-based Interpeace, which was supported by the United Nations and works towards peace and conflict resolution in areas of civil strife, made him Chairman... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Guinea: 'Another Strategy' Required to Deal with the Deteriorating Situation - Challenor [interview] Oct 14, 2009
That is Liberia , Sierra Leone and Guinea Bissau ... At the high point of the civil wars in Liberia and Sierra Leone, Guinea had over a million refugees ... Wasn't it the same US who armed Conte to fight Liberia's Taylor. (allAfrica.com)
All Chinese to me Oct 13, 2009
Not so in Liberia, where Chinese officials are moving into quite new territory - language lessons ... Seated on plastic chairs in front of him are about a dozen Liberians - most of them young and keen to visit China, perhaps even study there ... As in much of Africa, China is heavily engaged in post-war Liberia, rebuilding roads with funding from the World Bank, managing hotels and restaurants, trading in medicines and other businesses. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Koda booked for money laundering Oct 10, 2009
The four ministers, including Koda, who was the chief minister between February 2005 and August 2008, riding on the support of Congress, RJD and JMM, have been accused of amassing properties worth hundreds of crores abroad, in countries such as the UAE, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Liberia, besides several places in India. Citing the ECIR, sources said Koda, who was the 00004000 first independent candidate to become a chief minister, has been named for purchase of mines in Liberia worth... (India Times)
Liberia: Rainy Season Deadly for Pregnant Women Oct 3, 2009
com: Liberia: Rainy Season Deadly for Pregnant Women (Page 1 of 1) ... The Borbor family lives in Baila, a village in central Liberia with three thousand people but no clinic ... Like hundreds of other women in Liberia every year, Annie Borbor died at home due to complications arising from pregnancy and childbirth. (allAfrica.com)
Africa: Africa is Dynamic Continent, Not Charity Case, Says Clinton [document] Oct 3, 2009
Public and private partners working together in Angola on new models of development assistance; health professionals in the Democratic Republic of Congo risking their own lives to give life back to those dehumanized by violent conflict; members of civil society in Nigeria pressing for electoral reforms and an end to corruption; civil servants in Liberia working to build democratic institutions as the country pieces itself together after years of civil war; and leaders in Cape Verde whose... (allAfrica.com)
Airplanes, oxygen and the media Sep 26, 2009
The agency recently denied Delta Air Lines' attempts to begin service to Nairobi, Kenya, and Monrovia, Liberia, for example, over airport security concerns. It will not reveal what exactly these concerns are, which is fair enough, but we should hope against hope it had something to do with explosives-screening protocols. (Salon)
Africa: Great Leap Forward on Free Healthcare Sep 25, 2009
The funds, to be used to roll back user fees in Malawi, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Nepal and Burundi, would reportedly benefit 10 million people - mainly women and children - and help cut maternal mortality. In announcing the initiative, Brown said that charging the poor even a few cents for health services "became a death sentence for millions". (allAfrica.com)
A family of 10, surviving on faith Sep 24, 2009
Patty, 47, suggested adopting after learning about the plight of children in Liberia ... Though Pete felt drawn to Ethiopia, the couple followed Patty's heart and applied with an agency in Liberia ... Liberia closed its doors to adoption be 000001D1 fore they could find one. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Liberia: Sirleaf Addresses Obama's Luncheon Sep 24, 2009
com: Liberia: Sirleaf Addresses Obama's Luncheon (Page 1 of 1) ... President Sirleaf, who was invited by the US President to kick off the discussion shortly after his opening remarks, told the luncheon that Liberia's postwar recovery was hinged upon providing training and jobs, especially for the youth most of who were affected by the Liberian civil war in a number of ways ... The Liberian leader noted the kind of pressure that puts on labor markets as more and more young people enter the labor... (allAfrica.com)
Free health care pledged for Nepal Sep 24, 2009
Nepal, Malawi, Ghana, Liberia, Burundi and Sierra Leone have have said they would expand access to health services as part of the programme ... In an article to mark the launch, Mr Brown said: "A few pence is the price of life or death for millions. "Burundi, Nepal, Malawi, Zambia, Sierra Leone, Ghana and Liberia have taken major steps towards the provision of free services. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Tharoor meets Sonia to explain his cattle class remarks Sep 22, 2009
Tharoor, who was on an official visit to Liberia and Ghana when the controversy broke out, met Gandhi soon after his return here. After his 20-minute meeting, Tharoor sped past without taking questions from waiting newspersons. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Tharoor apologises for his remarks Sep 18, 2009
"It's a silly expression but meant no disrespect to economy travellers, only to airlines for herding us in like cattle. Many have misunderstood," the Minister of State for External Affairs said in a posting on social networking site 'Twitter' from Liberia, where he was on a visit. "I am told it sounds worse in Malayalam, especially out of context. To those hurt by the belief that my repeating the phrase showed contempt: sorry," he said. (India Times)
Tharoor sorry for 'cattle class' remarks Sep 18, 2009
The minister who is in Liberia on an official visit tweeted late night Thursday that he had, "learned belatedly of fuss over my tweet replying to journo's query whether I would travel to Kerala in 'cattle class'." ... Besides, Tharoor also mentioned that he had excellent meetings with the Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and other dignitaries. (India Times, India)
Liberia: Taylor Denies Ordering Assassination of Rebel Chief Sep 11, 2009
com: Liberia: Taylor Did Not Order The Assassination Of RUF Commander Sam Bockarie, He Says (Page 1 of 1) ... Liberia: Taylor Did Not Order The Assassination Of RUF Commander Sam Bockarie, He Says ... Charles Taylor today said he did not order the the assassination of one of Sierra Leone's top rebel commanders during the country's civil war, and dismissed as "lies" allegations that he knew that Sierra Leonean rebels were recruiting fighters in Liberia in areas controlled by Mr. Taylor's own... (allAfrica.com)
Liberia: Taylor Disputes Testimony of Key Prosecution Witness Sep 10, 2009
com: Liberia: Taylor Refutes Testimony of Key Prosecution Witness; Says He Did Not Plan To Destabilize West Africa (Page 1 of 1) ... Liberia: Taylor Refutes Testimony of Key Prosecution Witness; Says He Did Not Plan To Destabilize West Africa ... Asked by his defense counsel, Courtenay Griffiths, whether he did "coordinate such a movement with Dr. Mani and Foday Sankoh," Mr. Taylor said no. He elaborated that "there was not one Sierra Leonean, not one Sierra Leonean in Burkina Faso. The only... (allAfrica.com)
Salisbury Resident's Show Tracks Students in 7 Countries Aug 21, 2009
" "Time for School" will have two more segments after the current show, but Ms. Hogan has already moved on to other projects. "'Time for School' has taken on a life of its own," she said, "and I am now developing a big series called "Women, War and Peace." Future, Present, Past She is working with series producers Gini Reticker and Abigail Disney, creators of "Pray the Devil Back to Hell," an award-winning film that dealt with the war in Liberia. "Ninety percent of the people killed and hurt in... (Litchfield County Times, CT)
2 Liberian boys charged in rape out of custody Aug 19, 2009
PHOENIX (AP) -- Two 10-year-old boys charged in the alleged gang-rape of an 8-year-old Liberian girl must be released from juvenile detention and placed in therapeutic foster-care homes rather than with their own families, judges ruled Tuesday ... All four are also refugees from the West African nation of Liberia. (FOX 11, AZ)
A dream come true Aug 18, 2009
A high point of the journey was an opportunity to meet and greet the president of Liberia, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. According to Brumfield, Richards did most of the talking, but she and cousin Philisity were able to give President Sirleaf personal accounts of their trip and the missionary work they were involved with while in Liberia. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Clinton: Al Qaeda could seek 'foothold' in Nigeria Aug 15, 2009
Secretary of state next will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde ... Nigeria is the fifth stop in Hillary Clinton's visit to Africa, to be followed by Liberia and Cape Verde ... She will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde. (CNN -- World)
Clinton Demands Firmer Action Against Corruption in Nigeria Aug 13, 2009
" Clinton, in Abuja on the fifth stop in a seven-nation tour of Africa, said action on electoral reforms and the easing of tension is needed to protect Nigeria's status as the continent's largest oil producer, and largest recipient of direct U.S. investment. Nigeria is the fifth country Clinton has visited so far on a seven-nation tour of Africa aimed at promoting development and good governance. She will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde. By Paul Arhewe, Daniel Kanu, Francis Iwuchukwu... (allAfrica.com)
Clinton presses Nigeria on corruption, oil Aug 13, 2009
She will travel next to Liberia and Cape Verde. More from msnbc. (MSNBC -- International)
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)
'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)
Clinton visits Congo on Africa tour Aug 11, 2009
She will also visit Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. More on. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Clinton demands end to sexual violence in Congo Aug 11, 2009
She will also visit Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Clinton Puts Spotlight on Congo Sex Crimes Aug 11, 2009
On Friday, U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon called for global action to stop government forces and armed groups from using sexual violence "like a grenade or a gun" to pursue their goals, including in Congo, Chad, Sudan, Burundi, Liberia and Sierra Leone ... She will also visit Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde ... Look at that Liberian family who said their raped 9 daughter was at fault because she was a flirt and the 4 Liberian boys who raped her in that chilling shack should not be... (CBS News -- World)
Liberian official meets with young rape victim Aug 10, 2009
Liberian official wants to meet rape victim. Liberia's deputy ambassador will travel to Phoenix in hopes of meeting with an 8-year-old rape victim, the four boys accused of attacking her, and their Liberian families in part to help dispel notions that rape is condoned in the West African country ... "Liberians all over the world are very much outraged and don't want to be stigmatized by this.". (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Clinton presses Angola to sweeten trade ties Aug 10, 2009
" Clinton, who has visited Kenya and South Africa on her trip, was to leave Angola on Monday and head to the Democratic Republic of Congo. From there she will travel to Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. (Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.) Send to A Friend E-MAIL NEWSLETTER Complete the form below to begin receiving daily 7News eUpdates in your e-mail. You'll be able to customize your account to receive breaking news, weather alerts and much more.Email:Format: HTML Text... (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
'Zuma was helpful' - Clinton Aug 9, 2009
Last Upd: 11:45am 08 Aug 2009. R3,000 free @ Prestige Casino. (iAfrica.com)
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
She will also travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Liberia and Cape Verde. Share this on. (CNN -- World)
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)
Marine Pest Species Costing Billions In Damage To Fisheries, Coastal Communities And Infrastructure Are Spreading Aug 7, 2009
4% of the world s tonnage, with Liberia the only large flag state having ratified. However, if the world s largest shipping nation, Panama, signs the convention, with 22. (Science Daily)
Boys charged in child rape case appear in court Aug 6, 2009
The two youngest boys charged in the rape last month of an 8-year-old Liberian girl were ordered Wednesday to remain in juvenile detention with restricted visitors, as Liberia's deputy ambassador to the U.S. arrived in town hoping to speak to them ... An Arizona prosecutor wants to charge a second child as an adult in the alleged rape of an 8-year-old Liberian girl at a Phoenix apartment complex ... Liberian official wants to meet rape victim. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
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)
More adult charges sought in Ariz. child rape case Aug 5, 2009
An Arizona prosecutor wants to charge a second child as an adult in the alleged rape of an 8-year-old Liberian girl at a Phoenix apartment complex ... A 14-year-old boy has been indicted in connection with the rape of an 8-year-old Liberian refugee at a Phoenix apartment complex, authorities said Saturday ... Police say four boys, also from Liberia, lured the girl to an empty storage shed July 16 with the promise of chewing gum. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Liberian official to meet alleged rape victim Aug 4, 2009
PHOENIX - Liberia's deputy ambassador to the U.S. will travel to Phoenix in hopes of meeting with an 8-year-old alleged rape victim, the four boys accused of attacking her and their Liberian families ... "Liberians all over the world are very much outraged and don't want to be stigmatized by this." ... Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf requested the embassy send someone to look into the situation, Sele said. (MSNBC -- International)
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 ... Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and U.S. Secretary Hillary Clinton at a meeting in Washington in April ... In Liberia, Clinton will deliver an address to the National Legislature and meet with President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. (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 Nigeria, the Secretary will move on to Liberia, which is one of America's h istorically most important relationships in Africa ... Liberia, before Johnson Sirleaf became pr e sident, had faced 20 years of intermittent and often very violent conflict. (Panapress.com)
WFP may ground Africa flights due to lack of funds Aug 1, 2009
The U.N. Humanitarian Air Service (UNHAS), operated by WFP, will run out money for its services in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea by the end of August, the agency said. It needs $10 million to keep these services open until the end of the year. (AlertNet)
RE: Religion, Politics And Ethnicity-1 Jul 30, 2009
Let us live in PEACE. Just look around us from Togo, Cote Divoire, Liberia and Sierra Leone, we Ghanaians are JEWELS. If you have a second part, dont hesitate to write, but write with FACTS. I will also urge all those who commented on Opares article not to insult, but respect his lies and refute it with facts. Remember Mother Ghana is the only country we have. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
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 ... The department said in a press release that in Nigeria and Liberia, Clinton "will bring close attention to the Obama adminstration's commitment to helping nations around the world implement self-sufficient and sustainable food security." It added that Clinton will call for stronger African... (allAfrica.com)
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)
Novel ideas for a staycation Jul 26, 2009
Reading New York Times reporter Helene Cooper's 2008 memoir of growing up in Liberia is like taking a vicarious trip to a place of palm-fringed sands and breezes scented with tropical flowers and dried fish. It's a tale of giddy first love and brutal class wars, wanderlust and homesickness. (Montana Standard, MT)
8-year-old gangraped by 4 young boys in Phoenix Jul 24, 2009
PHOENIX: Authorities said on Thursday that Liberian four boys ages 9 to 14 took turns raping an 8-year-old Liberian girl behind a shed for more than 10 minutes after luring the young victim with chewing gum in what Phoenix police are calling one of the most horrific cases they've ever seen. 00004000 All five children are refugees from the West African nation of Liberia ... It's a shame-based culture, so the crime is not as important as protecting the family name and the name of the community,''... (India Times, India)
Failed state? Jul 23, 2009
Ironically, Nigeria has to look up the ladder at Sierra Leone and Liberia, two countries she spared no expense of life, limb and hard currency to bring out of civil wars to restore to democracy. Yet none of this goes to the heart of the problem. (BBC News -- Africa)
Farm gives family of refugees hope Jul 19, 2009
Family of Liberian refugees grows organic produce ... Jawn Golo watched flames destroy her home and possessions in the Liberian Civil War and thought that her world was over ... She and her husband, James Golo, fled with their children from Monrovia, Liberia's capital, in October 1990. (AZCentral)
Obama Went To Ghana. Should You? Jul 16, 2009
It's a small bastion of democratic government and peace that borders the unstable Ivory Coast to the west, with trouble spots Sierra Leone, Liberia and Nigeria all nearby. For that reason alone, Ghana is not on many tourists' wish lists--but that doesn't mean it won't be someday soon, in part because of the president's visit, which thrust the small nation into the global spotlight. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Liberia: Taylor Was a Peacemaker, Says Lawyer Jul 15, 2009
com: Liberia: Defense Says Taylor was Peacemaker Turned Scapegoat (Page 1 of 1) ... Liberia: Defense Says Taylor was Peacemaker Turned Scapegoat ... Former Liberian president Charles Taylor. (allAfrica.com)
Taylor a peace-broker? Jul 15, 2009
Former Liberian president Charles Taylor dismissed charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity as "lies" on Tuesday as he took the stand for the first time at his landmark trial in The Hague ... Clearing his throat, the 61-year-old then told the judges: "My name is Dakpenah Dr Charles Ghankay Taylor, the 21st president of the Republic of Liberia." ... The ex-leader's testimony is expected to last six to eight weeks and should shed new light on the wars in Sierra Leone and in Liberia. (iAfrica.com)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Jul 14, 2009
When Charles Taylor was accused during a BBC interview of being a 'murderer', the warlord-turned-president of Liberia offered an instructive response. Lieutenant Mark Evison was a brilliant soldier, full of promise. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
No More Excuses, Obama Tells African Leaders Jul 12, 2009
Obama signed his Proclamation on "this sixth day of July, in the year of our Lord two thousand nine..." -- invoking the name of the One who said, 'Let the children come to Me; do not hinder them"! Meanwhile, there's a 'Help Wanted' sign here clamouring for attention. Held out by tiny, trusted hands, it is weather-beaten and tear-streaked. It is as urgent as it is salient: 'Who will do it for us, too?' Adeyemi, a journalist and culture activist writes from Lagos Text of Obama's speech in Ghana... (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Unwanted break may hurt Perlis chances to pip Selangor to Super League title Jul 7, 2009
The league takes a two-week break following tonight s matches to accommodate the national team s friendly matches against Liberia (July 12 and 14) and Manchester United (July 18). With three matches to go, Perlis have been successful in maintaining the pressure on leaders Selangor. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
NICHOLAS KRISTOF Jul 5, 2009
Nicholas D. Kristof, a columnist for The New York Times, and trip winner Paul Bowers meet Jackie, a 7-year-old girl living in Liberia, where child rape continues after a civil war. Columnist Nicholas D. Kristof travels to the Dominican Republic to meet a young boy he sponsors through Plan USA, an international development organization. (The Drudge Report)
Ghana readies for the Obamas Jul 5, 2009
Most Ghanaians agree that it is that sense of political calm in a region of West Africa marked in recent year by civil wars in Liberia, Ivory Coast and Sierra Leone and other nations, that prompted Mr. Obama to choose their nation for his first official African visit. Because Mr. Obama's father was born in Kenya, many Africans assumed that the U.S. president instead would first visit that nation, said Justice Grant, a manager at Silver Bird bookstore in Accra Mall. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
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)
US ready to beef up UN peacekeeping operations Jun 30, 2009
The U.S. has already increased its military observers in the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Liberia and is providing two additional military staff officers to the mission in Chad and the Central African Republic, U.S. officials said. Rice said an immediate U.S. priority will be to help find the extra forces and specialized units required for the joint U.N.-African Union force in Darfur as well as for the U.N. peacekeeping mission in the neighboring Central African Republic and Chad "to better... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Sexual assaults on cruises under scrutiny Jun 24, 2009
Vessels are typically foreign-flagged from countries like Liberia and Panama. Cruise lines aren't obligated to follow the crime investigation and reporting guidelines that law enforcement would follow on U.S. soil, attorneys say. (CNN -- Travel)
Liberia: Expert Panel Urges Security Council to Extend UN Mission Jun 24, 2009
com: Liberia: Expert Panel Urges Security Council to Extend UN Mission (Page 1 of 1). Liberia: Expert Panel Urges Security Council to Extend UN Mission ... A group of experts monitoring United Nations sanctions on Liberia has called for the extension of the world body's peacekeeping mission in the West African country to assist the Government in regaining control of its natural resources. (allAfrica.com)
Afghans suffer the most Jun 23, 2009
A Red Cross survey of eight war-torn countries has found that more than half of the civilians polled were forced to flee their homes while in Afghanistan and Liberia torture was a common experience. The opinion poll, released on Tuesday, was conducted for the International Committee of the Red Cross among 4000 people in Afghanistan, Colombia, Congo, Georgia, Haiti, Lebanon, Liberia and the Philippines ... Nowhere was the sense of direct suffering more acute than in Afghanistan which has been... (iAfrica.com)
