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‘No Justice, No Mercy: A South Sudan Story’: Author claims vested interests — including those of Ramaphosa and Radebe — ...

In a new book just published about his ordeal in Juba in South Sudan, Former SA National Defence Force colonel William Endley settles many scores, and is particularly critical of an oil deal which then Energy Minister Jeff Radebe signed with the South …

Of elections in Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya and Africa

I find it interesting that while Botswana is preparing for a peaceful handover of power from one leader to another, judges in Kenya have annulled a presidential election result and ordered a re-run. While Botswana’s much maligned practice of a ruling …

Three Years Into Trump Admin, A Quarter Of Embassy Slots Are Vacant, Leaving State Department Bureaucrats In Charge

A quarter of ambassadorships are vacant three years into the Trump administration, leaving career Foreign Service officers in charge. Many, like Bill Taylor, have played key roles in the impeachment inquiry. On top of that, half have career Foreign Service …

The origins, treatments and global response to HIV and AIDS

HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. HIV/AIDS is spread through sexual contact with an infected person, sharing needles with an infected person, through transfusions of infected blood or …

HIV/AIDS Fast Facts

Facts: HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. HIV/AIDS is spread through sexual contact with an infected person, sharing needles with an infected person, through transfusions of infected blood …

Trump's omnishambles foreign policy

Sign Up for Our free email newsletters President Trump unleashed another blizzard of random chaos this week. In addition to plunging the nation into the uncertainty of a probable government shutdown — which absolutely tanked financial markets — Trump …

How Obama, UK, defectors plotted my defeat in 2015

IMMEDIATE past president, Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, has said that he would have won a re-election in 2015 but for the plots of former U.S. President, Barack Obama, and some Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, governors and leaders, who defected to the All …

Making Corruption a First Order National Security Priority (Part 1)

By Richard Moleofe This article is inspired by a speech made by John Kerry at the recent World Economic Forum meeting where he addressed issues relating to corruption and how it predisposes countries to security threats. Taking a synopsis of what the man …

When Trump Swears Rest of World Says WTF

In 2015, during the Republican primaries, Donald Trump used simple words and short phrases to help win the support of his GOP base. As we all know, he went on to win the Republican nomination and the presidency using speech that analysts have said was at …

An Interview With Stephen Kinzer, Part 2

Most Popular I conducted this interview August 8 at Kinzer’s summer residence on Cape Cod, a former chicken coop behind the house he grew up in. I once again thank Michael Conway Garofalo for his attentive work transcribing the audio recording. Current …

Why it is time to re-examine role of election observers

It was late in the afternoon of March 31, 1994. Journalists were waiting impatiently for an announcement from international election observers. UN officials stated for the third time their argument that the observers should declare the March 28 elections …

Zanu-PF's fearsome reign

Kenneth Good on the tombstones that mark out that party's rule over Zimbabwe since 1980 THE FEARSOME REIGN OF ZANU-PF IN ZIMBABWE Zimbabwe’s independence elections, 27-29 March 1980, saw two main parties competing: ZANU-PF won 57 of the then 80 common …

US program marks birth of one millionth HIV-free baby

AFRICA - This month somewhere in sub-Saharan Africa the one millionth baby will be born without HIV to a mother who suffers from the disease, thanks in large part to a decade-old US aid programme. It is yet another remarkable step in the long fight against …

U.S. LGBT envoy to remain in place

Deputy Assistant Secretary and Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons Randy Berry speaks at OutRight Action International’s annual summit at the CUNY School of Law in Long Island City, N.Y., on Dec. 10, 2016. (Washington Blade photo by Michael …

Channel24.co.za | The best small screen selections of the week

Johannesburg - These are the best shows on the box this week according to City Press. SUNDAY - 04 MARCH Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Channel: M-Net (DStv 101) Time: 20:30 Javier Bardem joins this instalment of the high sea adventure, in …

Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor: Remarks at the 2016 Trafficking In Persons Report Ceremony

AMBASSADOR COPPEDGE: Thank you, everyone, for being here today. That was quite a reception, and on behalf of the heroes and the Secretary, thank you for that. Just some brief notes on our program: The Secretary is going to make some remarks. We’re going to …

Democracy, Human Rights, Refugees: The Earthquake of Freedom

Good evening. It is nice to be here at American University, and an honor to have been asked to deliver the inaugural School of Public Affairs Policy Forum lecture. I would like to thank Professor Andrew Kline, the Executive in Residence at American …

Remarks by the President at the Young African Leaders Initiative Town Hall

Omni Shoreham Hotel Washington, D.C. 3:28 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Thank you so much!  (Applause.)  Thank you.  Thank you.  (Applause.)  Thank you.  Thank you so much.  Thank you.  Thank you, everybody.  Everybody, please sit down, sit down.  Everybody, …

Expected Attendees at Tonight’s U.S.–Africa Leaders Summit Dinner

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release August 05, 2014 Below is a list of expected attendees at tonights White House Dinner on the occasion of the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. Additional details about the Summit Dinner are …

HIP Video Promo presents: Marvin Etzioni releases an influential new music clip "Love Letter To Democracy" on Music News

Sometimes the right song comes along at the right time. On the day and season of the inauguration, we celebrate the new administration. LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Watch "Love Letter To Democracy" by …

Turbulence in the U.S. left and right. Can anything calm this down? Yes, in fact.

With such divisions in our society, what can help us make sense of it and bring us together? WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 21, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Recently, the conflict between persons of differing political and social views erupted in …

Youth for Human Rights Joins in Homeland Security’s Blue Campaign to Raise Awareness of Human Trafficking

Wonder why you saw people wearing blue last week? It’s part of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day to draw attention to this important issue. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Around the country people are wearing …

BlackFacts.com Introduces Our “Black History Heroes” Video Series.

Blackfacts.com is delivering 3-5 minute video stories of the lives and legacies of Black History Heroes and Living Legends. Visit https://Blackfacts.com/heroes BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Pres. Biden’s Call to End 'Uncivil War' Addressed in Transformational Thinker Peter Montoya’s ‘The Second Civil War’

New Book Is a Citizen’s Guide to Healing Our Fractured Nation: Four Solutions Offered LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- President Joe Biden called for an end to America’s “uncivil war” of political division in his …

President Biden's Sweeping Immigration Plan Sets the Stage for Legalization of Millions of Undocumented Immigrants

Biden Immigration Bill: 8-Year Pathway to Citizenship for Undocumented Immigrants, Fast-Track Green Cards for Dreamers and High Skill Immigrants CLEVELAND, OHIO, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, after months of …

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origin released an Inaugural blend in celebration of VP Kamala Harris

New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and Jamaican origins created an Inaugural Coffee Blend to celebrate First Female Vice President Kamala Harris HARLEM, NY, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New Harlem Coffee Company of Indian and …

Biden's Bites: The New President's Favourite Hometown Food

Delaware’s favourite son may be headed to the White House, but his tried-and-true slate of local First State haunts stand ready for presidential visits DELAWARE, USA, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many Americans and, indeed, for …

Biden-Harris Administration Has the Opportunity to Fully Harness the Resources From the Domain of the Lord of Thin Air

Our experts and leaders need to fully harness the domain of the Lord of thin air otherwise known as the cloud. We must work on the full mastery of thin air. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today is a …

Hoyer Statement on President Biden's Day One Executive Actions

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on President Joe Biden's first round of executive actions to improve the lives of the American people: “The executive orders and actions signed by …

THE DAILY LEADER: THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 2021

CCHR Warning: The Horrors of Addiction - Craving Psychotropics

By far one of the most insidious addictions is one that is started with a doctor’s prescription pad -- for example opioids and psychotropics. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The myriad of negative side- …

Hoyer Statement on the Inauguration of President Joe Biden

WASHINGTON, DC - House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the inauguration of President Joe Biden: "Today is a day of renewal and rededication, a day when our new President has called on each of us as …

Stream Pieces of a Woman On Netflix Now

Vanessa Kirby Awarded the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The acclaimed film Pieces of a Woman is now streaming on Netflix. The film tells the …

“STOP THE STEAL” 2020 PRESIDENTIAL WRITE IN CANDIDATE PETER W SHERRILL JOINS FORCES TO "HALT" THE AFRICAN UNION ELECTION

Head of COSUA gathers 28 million signatures challenging AUC Elections; Serious questions arise from Human Rights Defence Group International and IIAS RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Peter W. …

#OneBillionVoicesForEducation The Global Campaign for Education (GCE) One Billion Voices for Education Campaign Launch

#OneBillionVoicesForEducation The Global Campaign for Education (GCE) One Billion Voices for Education Campaign Launch JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For immediate release The Global Campaign for …

La Scuola d’Italia, an International Italian and IB World School, congratulates the Governor of Rhode Island

La Scuola d’Italia congratulates Governor Gina Raimondo on her nomination for Secretary of Commerce of the United States of America. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, USA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Scuola d’Italia congratulates Governor Gina …

UPMC Health Plan Joins the Population Health Alliance

One of the fastest-growing health plans joins the national population health leadership network WASHINGTON, DC, USA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Population Health Alliance (PHA), the industry’s only multi-stakeholder professional and …

Bill Lockyer and New Directions in Education with a Biden Presidency

Bill Lockyer On New Directions in Education with a Biden Presidency SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With a new presidency comes all sorts of new policies, including new policies on education. The Biden- …

Business Owner Joe Lisuzzo Running for District 30 State Senate Seat

30+ Year Businessman Will Bring a Fair and Balanced Voice to Senate LOS ANGELES, CA, USA, January 19, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Long time Los Angeles business owner Joe Lisuzzo has decided to run for the District 30 State Senate Seat. UCLA grad …