By Own Correspondent – Political drama continues to unfold as the MDC-T has unearthed a scandal and bribery scam hatched and executed by a criminal syndicate representing a Zanu PF faction to coerce MDC MPs to cast their ballots in the election of the Speaker of the House of Assembly in favour of Simon Khaya Moyo this afternoon. Addressing journalists in Harare this morning MDC Chief Whip Hon. Innocent Gonese said that about five MPs received $5 000 from a coordinator of the syndicate, a Senator Gaule , which they quickly handed over to Hon Innocent Gonese and Hon Dorcas Sibanda, the... Continue Reading
By Gambia Correspondent – The Economic Report on Africa 2011 was today launched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, underlining key issues such as the need for Africa to have a diversified economy that can create decent jobs, create wealth and reduce poverty – hence economic transformation as one of the key lessons of the recent global crisis. A flagship publication jointly produced by the UN Economic Commission for Africa and the African Union, the report covers developments in the world economy and implications for Africa, growth and social development in Africa in 2010 and prospects for 2011, current and emerging development... Continue Reading
By Gambia Correspondent – President Yahya Jammeh on Friday opened the 2011 legislative session of the National Assembly, and spoke on a wide range of issues, including some of the achievements of his government, as well as challenges faced and future plans. The ceremony held at the Legislative Chambers in Banjul was also attended by cabinet ministers, National Assembly members, members of the judiciary, diplomats, traditional chiefs and the general public. This year, President Jammeh chose as the theme for his address: “The Achievement of MDGs and Vision 2020 a Collective Responsibility”. He said he decided to choose this theme... Continue Reading
RBM Solicitors, a Zimbabwean owned firm based in the midlands UK confirms their involvement in the forthcoming Zimbabwe Achievers Awards, RBM Solicitors will sponsor the popular and highly contested Community Champion Award RBM Solicitors is a niche firm of specialist solicitors, practicing exclusively in the areas of UK nationality and immigration law. They also offer expert advice in family law. ‘We offer clients a personal and friendly comprehensive solution to their all types of immigration and British nationality needs.” www.rbmsolicitors.co.uk The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards is the pinnacle of celebration of talent, art, business, expression and achievement in the Zimbabwean community throughout a... Continue Reading
By Nangayi Guyson in Kampala Uganda – Tropoli (27- march-2011)-The Libyan rebels are now in control of major towns after recapturing four more towns in the eastern coast of Ras Lanuf, Brega, Uqayla and Bin Jawad and are moving quickly towards Muammar Gaddafi’s heartland of Sirte. The victory comes after the allied air strikes put pressure on pro-Gaddafi forces- forcing them to withdraw. US, French, British and other allied aircraft started attacking Libyan government troops eight days ago. The military coalition was assembled after the UN Security Council authorized action to protect civilians. This helped the rebels to become strong as... Continue Reading
