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- Address by the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Dr. Dlamini Zuma
- Eritrea: The Hard Reality Mr Yemane Gebreab cannot cover-up
- Kenya, South Sudan and Uganda
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- Nigeria: Mujaheed Adebolaja, Nigerian Suspect in London Terrorist Attack
- Eritrea still collecting money in Canada for military regime: Documents
- Is the African Union equipped to serve Africa's people for another 50 years?
- Africa at 50: Redefining African Solidarity
- Which Way Ethiopia: Revolution, Civil War, or National Reconciliation?
- Eritrea: little to smile about, 20 years from freedom
- Africa: The Birth of the OAU
- Woman Seeks Asylum: King of Swaziland want to make me his 14th virgin bride
- Ethiopia: Off Political Taboos and Woos
- Chinua Achebe as Metaphor
- Israel and the Arab Gulf States: An Undeclared Alliance
- The United Nations’ Hezbollah Protection Force
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- World Malaria Day: highlighting awareness of a preventable disease that still kills thousands
- Excusing Jihad In Boston
- Lessons from Boston and Chechnya
- Analysis: How do you solve a problem like Apartheid?
- Somalia: Frail Leadership, Federalism Frenzy, and the Fragile Peace
- Factors of Change and Transformation in Ethiopia
- How the West is seeking to usurp Africa’s struggle for freedom and democracy
- Ethiopia: A Critical Appraisal of the Diaspora Organized Groups Opposed to the Regime in Ethiopia
Tag Archives: Zambia
Africa at 50: Redefining African Solidarity
On May 25, Africa celebrates its Golden Jubilee! The mortar which has been binding the several countries’ slates on the political map of the African continent has been the solidarity established by founding fathers against colonialism. It is the solidarity … read more
Why Zambia’s Vice-President doesn’t like South Africa – and why he might have a point
So Zambian Vice-President Guy Scott doesn’t like South Africa, or South Africans. In an otherwise hilarious interview with the Guardian, Scott flouted the rules of diplomacy to launch a full-fronted assault on our foreign policy, our president and our general … read more
Posted in Article, Op-ed, Politics, South Africa, Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged BRIC, Guy Scott, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, Jacob Zuma, Robert Mugabe, South Africa, United States, Zambia
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Zambia: Malaria and Acquired Immunity
By JONES MUNANG’ANDU, MALARIA is protozoa infection of the genus plasmodium. There are four (4) main species of parasites that infect humans; Plasmodium falciparum, plaslesmodium vivax, plasmodium malariae and plasmodium ovale. Of these the most common in Zambia and indeed … read more
Posted in Article, Chad, Congo, Djibouti, DR Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Health, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Op-ed, Senegal, Somali, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Swaziland, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Tagged Anopheles, Disease, HIV, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, Malaria, Plasmodium falciparum, Pregnancy, Zambia
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Zambian Police Hunting Homosexuals and Arrest HIV/AIDS Activist
A Zambian activist has been arrested after arguing for gay rights to be respected as human rights, in a live TV appearance. Paul Kasonkomona was taken into custody by police who were waiting outside the studios of privately owned Muvi … read more
Accusations fly in Zambia after arrest of former president
Michael Sata came to power in Zambia with a promise to root out corruption at the highest level, and it doesn’t get much higher than the arrest this week of former president Rupiah Banda, who stands accused of plundering $11 … read more
Zambia’s ex-president Rupiah Banda pleads not guilty to graft charge
LUSAKA: Zambia’s ex-president Rupiah Banda Tuesday pleaded not guilty to a charge of abuse of power linked to an oil contract signed while he was in office. He was arrested on Monday after being questioned by investigators over his role … read more
Posted in Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged abuse, Banda, IndepthAfrica, Michael Sata, Nevers Mumba, Nigeria, Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Rupiah Banda, Zambia
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Zambia’s former president arrested on corruption charges
Zambia has arrested former President Rupiah Banda for abuse of authority over a Nigerian oil deal. Mr Banda last week appeared before an official panel to answer allegations of corruption. The allegations relate to the three years in charge … read more
Ethiopia beats Botswana 1-0 to top World Cup qualifying group
JOHANNESBURG – Ethiopia’s chances of reaching the 2014 World Cup in Brazil became a little more realistic on Sunday after beating Botswana to open a two-point gap at the top of its group in African qualifying. Ghana beat Sudan 4-0 … read more
Posted in Botswana, Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia
Tagged 2010 FIFA World Cup, Africa Nations Cup, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, IndepthAfrica, Ivory Coast, Kennedy Mweene, latest ethiopian news, Mali, ndepthindepthafrica, news ethiopia, Nigeria, World cup, Zambia
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Zambia Police Arrest 11 Illegal Immigrants from Ethiopia
By Nse Udoh Police in Chinsali District, Muchinga Province have intercepted a vehicle carrying 11 Ethiopian illegal immigrants. This is the second time in four days that officers in Chinsali have cornered such immigrants. Muchinga Province Police commissioner Remmy Kajoba … read more
Posted in Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia
Tagged Chinsali, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, IndepthAfrica, indepthindepthafrica, latest ethiopian news, LUSAKA, Muchinga Province, Nakonde, news ethiopia, Police station, Saturday, Serenje, Zambia
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Zambia Removes the Ability For President Rupiah Banda to Be Tried For Corruption
The Zambian Parliament has removed the legal immunity of former President Rupiah Banda to enable the government to take him to court and answer charges of alleged abuse of office and corruption. The rushed manner in which the motion to … read more
Posted in Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged Banda, Frederick Chiluba, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, Law, Michael Sata, National Assembly, Rupiah Banda, Zambia
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Former Zambian President Hopeful About Kenya Poll
Zambia’s former president says he is confident Kenya’s Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will organize a peaceful and credible election, despite reports of escalating tensions before Monday’s vote. Rupiah Banda is leading the U.S.-based Carter Center poll observers. He … read more
Posted in East Africa, Kenya
Tagged Carter Center, Election, IEBC, IndepthAfrica, Irwin Cox, Kenya, Mwai Kibaki, Rupiah Banda, Zambia
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How Soccer Explains Ethiopia
Ethiopia has a rich and complicated history, one that is best described as “a contested terrain.” If this landlocked Horn of Africa country is known for anything though, soccer surely isn’t one of them. But if you ask about an … read more
Posted in Article, Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia
Tagged africa cup nations, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, ETV, Friday, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, latest ethiopian news, news ethiopia, United States, Zambia
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Democracy Is Under Challenge In Zambia
Zambia, like many African nations, suffered a dearth of democracy while gaining statehood. Independence leader Kenneth Kaunda created a one-party state which took years to overturn. Yet concern is rising over the current government’s willingness to play the undemocratic tricks … read more
Posted in Article, Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged about zambia, Burundi, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, Kenneth Kaunda, Liberia, Rwanda, Somalia, Zaire, Zambia
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Time for International Action On Zambia
By Robert Amsterdam After 16 months under the Patriotic Front (PF) government, it is fair to draw some conclusions regarding its performance. It is time to acknowledge that Zambia’s democracy is in crisis, and the future of the multiparty system … read more
AFCON 2013 final will make history
S’Busiso Mseleku History will be made no matter who wins the 29th edition of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Sunday. A number of talking points are also bound to occur in the final just as it has happened … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Angola, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d'Ivoire, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Mali, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, Togo
Tagged 2013 afcon fixtures, 2013 afcon tickets, afcon fixtures, afcon tickets african nations, africa cup 2013, Africa Nations Cup, african cup, African Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, cup of nations, Ghana, IndepthAfrica, Mbombela Stadium, nations cup 2013, Nigeria, South Africa, Stephen Keshi, Zambia
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Bus crash kills 53 in Lusaka, Zambia
At least 53 people have died in a road accident north of the Zambian capital, Lusaka. Reports suggest that a bus taking passengers from a mining district to the capital collided with an oncoming truck. The bus, operated by the … read more
Posted in Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged Chibombo, Dmitry Medvedev, European Union, IndepthAfrica, Japan, LUSAKA, Michael Sata, Tanzania, Zambia
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What role does witchcraft play in African football?
AS the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) gets underway in South Africa, it is pertinent to critically examine the role of witchcraft in Africa football. In sub Saharan Africa, it is widely believed that magic can affect the performance of … read more
Posted in Burkina Faso, Ghana, Nigeria, West Africa
Tagged Africa Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, Cameroun, Ghana, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, South Africa, Thomas Nkono, Zambia
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Zambia: Why is Sata’s Location a Mystery?
America’s 26th President Theodore Roosevelt once said, “to announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable … read more
Posted in Article, Southern Africa, Zambia
Tagged Emirates, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, Michael Sata, President Sata, Rupiah Banda, Sata, Theodore Roosevelt, Zambia
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Ethiopia: Pirating the game: The Walia Antelopes
By Hindessa Abdul The 29th edition of the African Cup of Nations has been historic for Ethiopians as it was a once in a generation event. The country managed to qualify for the tournament for the first time in 31 … read more
Posted in Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia
Tagged africa cup nations, CAF, Confederation of African Football, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, ETV, IndepthAfrica, latest ethiopian news, news ethiopia, Nigeria, Walia, Zambia
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Forget 2014 World Cup, Ethiopia Tells Bafana Bafana
Ethiopia has sent a very stern warning to the Bafana Bafana of South Africa to forget the thought of featuring at the World Cup 2014 which will be hosted by Brazil. These were the words of the Ethiopian Captain; Gebreyes … read more
Posted in Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa
Tagged Africa Nations Cup, Bafana, Brazil, Central African Republic, ethio media oromo, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, IndepthAfrica, latest ethiopian news, news about ethiopia, news ethiopia, news for ethiopia, news from ethiopia, news in ethiopia, news of ethiopia, news on ethiopia, South Africa, South Africa national football team, Zambia
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AFCON 2013: Goodbye to the vibrant Ethiopian fans – and their beautiful women
Goal.com By Lolade Adewuyi, In Rustenburg [Goal.com] The supporters of the Walyas Antelopes have been the most colourful addition to the Afcon in 31 years. Losing them in the first round takes away some shine from the tournament They came … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Soccer, Sports
Tagged 2010 FIFA World Cup, 2013 Africa Nations Cup, ethio media oromo, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, IndepthAfrica, latest ethiopian news, news about ethiopia, news ethiopia, news for ethiopia, news from ethiopia, news in ethiopia, news of ethiopia, news on ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, Stephen Keshi, Zambia
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Ethiopia leaves a mark in return to African Cup
TALES AZZONI AP Sports RUSTENBURG, South Africa (AP) — It was a wild return to the African Cup of Nations for Ethiopia even though it failed to get past the group stage. Two goalkeepers were sent off, the team’s federation … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Soccer, Sports
Tagged Adane Girma, africa cup nations, Burkina Faso, ethio media oromo, Ethiopia, ethiopia addis ababa, ethiopia latest news, Ethiopian, ethiopian news, Ethiopians, Indepth Africa Magazine, IndepthAfrica, latest ethiopian news, news about ethiopia, news ethiopia, news for ethiopia, news from ethiopia, news in ethiopia, news of ethiopia, news on ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia
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AFCON 2013: Mikel Obi fires warning at Ivory Coast
John Mikel Obi has warned Ivory Coast not to write off Nigeria ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final clash on Sunday. The Super Eagles needed two late penalties from Victor Moses to overcome Ethiopia 2-0 and book their … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, West Africa
Tagged 2013 afcon fixtures, 2013 afcon tickets, afcon fixtures, afcon tickets african nations, africa cup 2013, africa cup nations, african cup, African Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire, cup of nations, Ethiopia, John Mikel Obi, nations cup 2013, Nigeria, Victor Moses, Zambia
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Ethiopia fans apologise for bad behaviour
Reuters – Ethiopia fans took the unusual step of apologising for their unruly behaviour in last Monday’s match against Zambia by waving a banner during the game against Nigeria on Tuesday. “We apologise for our behaviour, but we love the … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Djibouti, East Africa, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Soccer, Sports
Tagged Africa Nations Cup, Chisamba Lungu, Ethiopia, Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit, Nigeria, Vuvuzela, Zambia
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AFCON 2013 Results: Victor Moses penalties gave Nigeria a crucial win against Ethiopia
Nigeria qualified for the next round of the Africa Cup of Nations after two late Victor Moses penalties gave them a crucial win against Ethiopia. Moses, 22, opened the scoring from the spot after he was fouled by defender Alula … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Soccer, South Africa, Sports, Zambia
Tagged 2013 afcon fixtures, 2013 afcon tickets, afcon fixtures, afcon tickets african nations, africa cup 2013, Africa Nations Cup, african cup, African Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, cup of nations, Ethiopia, ethiopia nigeria, Moses, nations cup 2013, Nigeria, Nigeria national football team, Victor Moses, Zambia
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Zambia the African champions crashed out of the Africa Cup of Nations
Defending champions Zambia crashed out of the Africa Cup of Nations after a goalless draw with Burkina Faso, who progressed to the quarter-finals. Chipolopolo went into the game level on points with Nigeria, who went through to the last eight … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, West Africa
Tagged 2013 afcon fixtures, 2013 afcon tickets, afcon fixtures, afcon tickets african nations, africa cup 2013, Africa Nations Cup, african cup, African Nations Cup, Algeria, Burkina Faso, cup of nations, Ethiopia, nations cup 2013, Nigeria, Rainford Kalaba, South Africa, Zambia
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AFCON 2013: Burkina Faso v Zambia Preview
Defending champions Zambia must beat Burkina Faso to ensure they make it through to the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals, while their opponents need only a draw to go through. Burkina Faso will again be without first-choice keeper Abdoulaye Soulama, … read more
Posted in Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Zambia
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AFCON 2013: Ethiopia vs. Nigeria Players to Watch
Nigeria have twice conceded late equalisers in their 1-1 draws with Zambia and Burkina Faso. Now, in their final group game against Ethiopia, they must secure a win to guarantee a place in the quarterfinals. If the Super Eagles can’t … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, Zambia
Tagged 2013 afcon fixtures, 2013 afcon tickets, Adane Girma, afcon fixtures, afcon tickets african nations, africa cup 2013, Africa Nations Cup, african cup, African Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, cup of nations, Ethiopia, ethiopia nigeria, Ethiopia vs. Nigeria, Ethiopia vs. Nigeria live, Ethiopia vs. Nigeria live online, Ethiopia vs. Nigeria live streaming, FIFA World Rankings, nations cup 2013, Nigeria, Stephen Keshi, Zambia
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John Obi Mikel is flying under the radar in African Cup of Nations
The lament for a great creative inside-forward has been a defining one among fans in Africa’s most populated country for close on a decade. The more time passes since Jay-Jay Okocha, an entertainer and a crowd favourite in the 1990s … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, West Africa
Tagged AFCON 2013, Africa Cup of Nations, Africa Match, Africa Nations Cup, Burkina Faso, Ghana Soccer News, Jay-Jay Okocha, John Obi Mikel, Mikel, Nigeria, Nigeria news, Nigerian news, Nigerian soocer players, Stephen Keshi, Zambia
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AFCON 2013: Nigeria v Ethiopia Preview
The final round of Group C matches threaten to ignite as Nigeria and Ethiopia face either glory or gloom in South Africa. Rustenburg will be the venue for the Super Eagles’ final Group C match—a contest which will decide the … read more
Posted in 2013 Africa Cup of Nations, Burkina Faso, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Soccer, Sports, Zambia
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