Articles related to "Congo"



Disorder in Kinshasa Sparks Fears
As Congolese citizens await results of the October 29 run-off election, insecurity remains an issue in Kinshasa as the president blames his rival for the recent chaos.
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Blood River by Tim Butcher
Short-listed for the 2008 British Book Awards, this account of a near-impossible journey down the Congo River makes gripping and disturbing reading.
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Run-off Elections in DRC
Joseph Kabila is expected to become the first democratically-elected president in forty years but he will inherit the mammoth task of rebuilding a war-torn nation
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An Obsession with Lumumba
Film-maker Raoul Peck has created two films about Patrice Lumumba, the Congolese Prime Minister assassinated on January 18, 1961. In this article, I explore not only the history of Lumumba but also why, as artists and historians, we find ourselves obsessing over certain historical figures and events.
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Gorillas will be Missed
gorilla, endangered species, wildlife, Africa, Congo, Uganda, Rwanda
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Savers Unite!
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The Price They Paid: The Poisonwood Bible
"The Poisonwood Bible," is an up and coming classic whose African story of Baptism, politics and family in the Congo is expertly wound around the human experience.
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Gorillas - Central Africa
Finding gorillas in the dense jungles of Central Africa.
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The Secret of Rubber
We hardly ever think about it, but rubber makes our world a better place.
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Blood Diamond Countries
Leonardo DiCaprio's movie Blood Diamond lets us experience the appalling horrors perpetrated by monstrous thugs who rule the lethal blood diamond trade.
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International Courts Part III of III: Int'l Court of Justice
The establishment of The International Court of Justice is intended to perform trials in the events of international law disputes between states and to provide advisory opinions on legal issues referred by international organs and agencies within the United Nations.
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Child Warriors
Child warfare is a problem throughout the world's trouble spots, but it is particularly problematic in the Middle East. It starts real young in the Middle East. It shouldn't have to be like this.
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The Berlin Conference
The Berlin Conference, it has been argued, set the stage for 20th century African history.
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The Kings of Belgium (Part 1)
The lives of the first two monarchs of the Kingdom of Belgium, Leopold I and Leopold II.
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When To Act
When is it acceptable to act to save the lives of innocent civilians who are suffering needlessly at the hands of tyranical regimes? Who should be responsible for toppling those regimes and allowing democracy to take hold?
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Cookies from the Kitchen
Everyone loves cookies, and you certainly don't have to be Cookie Monster to enjoy these cookies: crisp Chocolate-Chip Oatmeal Cookies and a decadent Congo Bar cookie.
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DRC Prepares for Historic Election
July has been a difficult month in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Protests, violence and killing has occured alongside electioneering.
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Meeting Native Children
Aboriginal guest writer Tyson Yunkaporta has some hints for western travellers whose children come into contact with Indigenous youngsters for the first time.
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Sir Roger Casement
From lurid diary entries that may have been forged to a court's ruling on the meaning of a comma, nothing about Roger Casement's prosecution for treason was mundane.
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The Battle of Vinya-Njara
Best known for his expedition to find Dr. David Livingstone, Stanley tore a bloody path across Africa and nearly lost his life at the remote village of Vinya-Njara.
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Violence in Kinshasa Kills 120
Forces loyal to ex-warlord, Jean-Pierre Bemba, clashed with government troops in Kinshasa recently in the worst fighting DRC has seen since historic elections in October.
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World's Poorest Countries
Burundi and Sierra Leone are plagued by poverty, violence and suffering. According the United Nations, which African nation is the world's deadliest country to live in?
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A Preview Of Africa
A brief introduction to some of the highlights of Africa. From the Great Pyramids of the North, to the endless plains of the East, this article gives a brief summary of what is on offer in the Dark Continent.
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Introducing Africa to High School and College Students
Books and films appropriate for introducing high school and college students to the continent of Africa.
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Preventing Genocide
Genocide has been repeated throughout history, but it was only in the 20th Century that people became horrified at the results - particularly because of the mechanism by which an entire people could be eliminated from the planet with cold efficiency. Sadly, few want to take the steps to prevent genocide even as it occurs around the world today.
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East Africa
This article completes the series on the philatelic evolution of African nations, with the countries that comprise East Africa.

Juba Peace Talks Continue
For more than one month, leaders from the Ugandan government and the Lord's Resistance Army have been talking peace in Juba, Sudan but isolated violence continues
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Deep Sleep
A life threatening disease runs rampid in parts of Africa and over 300,000 are in risk of getting it.
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News at the Smithsonian
A new exhibit is scheduled to open at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in November, 2003.
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Trio's Trek: A short review
Three ladies hitch-hike from London to the source of the Nile in the early 50's. They told their story in this most interesting book.
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2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Canada
The FIFA Mens Under-20 World Cup Soccer or Football Tournament is the second most important soccer event in the world -- coming to Canada this summer!
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Learning & Studying French Abroad
Whether at university or on a four week crash course, moving to France or elsewhere to pick up conversational and business French language skills is an effective move.
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Hot chile Fireworks in the July Garden
Hot Pepper and Chile updates for your garden. Tips, info and questions answered for the chile enthusiast.
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Jazz Fest
A list of artists and dates for the 2000 New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.
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Reflections on Christianity
My reactions to the book The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver as it pertains to Christianity.
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Amakula, Uganda's Film Festival
Amakula means 'precious gift' in Luganda, the main language of central Uganda. A title which reflects the festival's overall vision, to:
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Collecting Stamps With Elvis And The Beatles
In addition to being the two most important artists in music history, Elvis Presley and the Beatles are also the most popular subjects on postage stamps.
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Gorilla Protection Treaty
Gorilla range states work on treaty to protect remaining endangered lowland and mountain gorillas. War and human poverty important factors addressed by N'gagi Agreement.
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Heart of Darkness - Review
Required reading offers insight into British Empire building and the development of psychology as a science through narrative perspective of human motivation.
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Highest Taxed Countries
Nothing can stifle a country's global trade like high corporate taxes on profits. Here are the ten top countries where businesses face the heaviest tax burdens.
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Joseph Conrad, Life and Works
Brief biography of British author Joseph Conrad, famous for Lord Jim, Nostromo, and short story 'Heart of Darkness.'
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Most Corrupt Trade Nations
International bribery is more rampant than most realize: India, China and Russia are the 3 most corrupt trade nations among 30 of the world's top exporting countries.
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The Great Apes - Part 1 - Bonobos
The Great Apes, unveiled and detailed for your reading pleasure.
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US Virgin Islands, America's Paradise
Visit the US Virgin Islands, see America's paradise and experience her charms--
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Death of Omar Bongo, the Message for Africa
The death of Gabonese President Omar Bongo offers cautionary lessons to African leaders that they will one day be judged by history if not by their own people.
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Witch-Hunts: A Thing of the Past?
We might rarely think of witches, magic and sorcery outside of Halloween, but they are part of a harsh and brutal reality in other parts of the world.
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Kony and LRA Committed to Peace
The Lord's Resistance Army and the government of Uganda have reached an agreement that may finally bring an end to one of the world's most forgotten crises
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Corruption is everywhere
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France : an introduction
Understanding another culture and language is always a daunting task. Understanding France and the French is likewise difficult to say the least.
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Primate Books - Part 2
Part 2 of the listing of primate books in my personal library.
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