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Kofi Annan: The peacemaker (Interview)

October 9, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

  Economist KOFI ANNAN joined the United Nations in 1962. He rose to become Secretary-General and served two terms, from 1997 to 2006. A number of important changes took place within the organisation under Mr Annan’s leadership. He played a … read more »

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Syrian ceasefire still alive – Annan

April 10, 2012 by IndepthAfrica

Kofi Annan has vowed to continue efforts to secure a ceasefire and launch political negotiations in Syria, despite continuing attacks on rebel-held areas and claims that government forces killed 1,000 people in the eight days before a truce was due … read more »

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