The world’s poor may be left
to fend for themselves as
rich nations cope with budget
pressures.
Millions of Africans could be
pushed back into poverty and conflict
as a result of the global financial
crisis, the head of the International
Monetary Fund (IMF) has said.
Dominique Strauss-Kahn told
delegates gathered at a conference
in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, that the
financial crisis comes as Africa faces “a critical juncture” in its history. More>>
CLIMATE experts have
warned that the region’s
weather is likely to be
affected by some climatic
factors, which could delay the rains
eagerly awaited. The observation
was made during the 23rd Climate
Outlook Forum for the Greater Horn
of Africa, held recently in Nairobi. More>>
VIPs vice President
Gilbert Bukenya and Kabaka
Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II,
exchanging peasantries soon
after the consecration of
the cathedral. In between is
Cardinal Wamala. More>>
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