Category Archives: Africa

Reporting the 126th Inter-Parliamentary Union Conference, Kampala

Posted on 10/04/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

Inter-Parliamentary Union On Africa By Kisaka Robinson  This year Uganda hosted the 126th Inter-Parliamentary Union Conference on the theme of “The Parliament and People”. Over 2000 delegates from 160 countries were present although the remaining 33 of the UN’s 193 … Continue reading →

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Kony2012 and The Reality Of Northern Uganda

Posted on 15/03/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

Our very own Ugandan correspondent, Kisaka Robinson, analyses the recent Kony2012 internet phenomenon and highlights the real problems affecting northern Uganda currently: Recently the organization ‘Invisible Children’ launched a 30-minutes documentary entitled, Kony 2012.The documentary is full of tears and misery … Continue reading →

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Kony2012

Posted on 08/03/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

So, Kony2012, the viral video produced by the organisation ‘Invisible Children” aimed ostenisbly at raising awareness of the need to capture the Lord’s Resistance Army leader Joseph Kony and bring him to justice has today gone mega being viewed millions … Continue reading →

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Africa: News Update

Posted on 28/02/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

A selection of interesting/insightful recent stories from the continent for your perusal: UN report into sexual violence during conflict Congo-Kinshasa: UN calls for peaceful resolution of poll disputes Swaziland: The greed of King Mswati III Sudan and South Sudan: Oil tensions … Continue reading →

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Considering the East African Community

Posted on 14/02/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

THE JOURNEY TOWARDS AN EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY; OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES. By Kisaka Robinson  The agreement to establish an east African community was signed on 31st November 1999; by 7th July 2000 the agreement had been ratified by the original three … Continue reading →

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News: Violence forces exodus in Mali

Posted on 06/02/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

Rebellion in Mali Violence linked to the continuing rebellion of the National Movement for the Liberation of the Azawad (MNLA)- a predominantly Tuareg group seeking self-determination for North Mali- has sparked a refugee crisis in the region. Over 15,000 people, including Malian … Continue reading →

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News: Football Violence Leaves 50 Dead in Egypt

Posted on 01/02/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

Post-Match Pitch Invasion Sees Horrific Violence in Port Said A match between Eyptian premier league teams Al Ahli and al-masry has ended in horrific violence. The Ministry of Health reports up to 73 deaths and up to 1,000 injuries after supporters of … Continue reading →

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Sport: The Two Lions Felled; Africa Cup of Nations Round-up

Posted on 25/01/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

Yesterday evening’s 1-0 win by Mali over Guinea marked the end of the first round of games in this year’s African Cup of Nations. With 15 goals in 8 matches the competition has already seen some surprise results. It has also courted controversy as Teodorin Obiang jnr, son … Continue reading →

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Is Food Security in Africa Increasing?

Posted on 24/01/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

  Eastern Cape Big Pineapple; Author: NJR ZA; Source: Wiki Commons An interesting article by Miriam Gathigah for Inter Press Africa suggests that several countries on the continent have hugely improved food security over recent years. Ghana, South Africa, Rwanda, Liberia, Malawi … Continue reading →

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The Lions of the Atlas vs The Lions of Teranga: Africa Cup of Nations 2012 Comprehensive Preview

Posted on 16/01/2012 by perspectivesonafrica

  With three times winners Egypt missing who will claim Africa’s greatest footballing prize?   Map of qualified nations 2012  Souce: Wiki Commons At half past seven on the evening of January 21st the whistle will blow in the Estadio De Bata to signal the beginning of … Continue reading →

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