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Tuesday, July 15, 2014

50 including AUC Chairperson Congratulates Germany for 2014 FIFA World Cup Victory


AUC Chairperson Congratulates Germany for 2014 FIFA World Cup Victory

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 10:10 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, congratulates the German Chancellor...

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mDiabetes program: Mobile technologies are catalysts for development in Senegal

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 08:10 AM PDT

DAKAR, Senegal, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Alcatel-Lucent (http://www.alcatel-lucent.com) attended the ceremony for launching the m-Ramadan campaign, which originated...

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Alcatel-Lucent Social Responsibility in South & East Africa

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 07:40 AM PDT

JOHANNESBURG, South-Africa, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — I- In South Africa: Take a girl child to work! – Alcatel-Lucent South Africa Employees Engage in Corporate...

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AFRICAN UNION COMMISSIONER URGES CONTINENT TO REMAIN FOCUSED ON SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE GROWTH TO FOSTER INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND INTEGRATION

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 07:40 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Lack of adequate physical infrastructure is one of the major bottlenecks standing in the way of integration to enable...

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Child malnutrition rates skyrocket in South Sudan

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 06:10 AM PDT

GENEVA, Switzerland, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Children in parts of South Sudan are suffering from shocking rates of malnutrition, the international medical humanitarian...

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Central African Republic: EU launches its first multi-donor trust fund for linking relief, rehabilitation and development

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 03:40 AM PDT

BRUSSELS, Kingdom of Belgium, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The EU is about to launch its first ever multi-donor development trust fund, in support of the Central African...

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Gemalto Signs Contract Renewal with APO for Press Release Distribution in Africa

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 02:40 AM PDT

DAKAR, Senegal, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — APO (African Press Organization) (http://www.apo-opa.com), the sole press release newswire in Africa and the global leader in...

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EU to resume cooperation with Guinea-Bissau

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 02:40 AM PDT

BRUSSELS, Kingdom of Belgium, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Council today suspended the measures limiting EU cooperation with Guinea-Bissau, following the holding of...

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UK Foreign Office Minister concerned about violence in Libya

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 12:40 AM PDT

LONDON, United-Kingdom, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Hugh Robertson, Minister for the Middle East, urges an immediate end to violence at Tripoli International Airport. Hugh...

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The Special Envoy of the African Union for Libya concludes his first visit to Libya

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 12:40 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The AU encouraged by the commitment of the Libyans stakeholders to successfully complete the on-going transition. The...

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The Special Envoy commends the efforts of Burkina Faso for a durable peace in Sahel

Posted: 14 Jul 2014 12:10 AM PDT

DAKAR, Sénégal, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Special Envoy of the United Nations Secretary-General for the Sahel, Mrs. Hiroute Guebre Sellassie, today ended her two...

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Request for Expressions of Interest (Consulting Services) – Design and Implementation of Technical Assistance [TA] Program for Capacity Building at NEXIM and SME Beneficiary Projects of Loan Facility

Posted: 13 Jul 2014 03:40 PM PDT

ABUJA, Nigeria, July 14, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Nigerian Export-Import Bank [NEXIM] (http://neximbank.com.ng) has executed a Master Line of Credit [LOC] Agreement with the...

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Commissioner Chergui welcomes the South Korean Vice Foreign Minister

Posted: 12 Jul 2014 06:40 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 12, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Commissioner for Peace and Security, Amb Smail Chergui, today received the Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of South...

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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2014 Article IV Consultation with Botswana

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 09:40 AM PDT

GABORONE, Botswana, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On July 3, 2014, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation 1 with...

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Sao Tome and Principe National Day

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 08:10 AM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC July 11, 2014 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the...

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OECD and FAO see lower farm prices – livestock and biofuels outpacing crop production

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 08:10 AM PDT

ROME, Italy, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Cereals are still at the core of what people eat, but diets are becoming higher in protein, fats and sugar in many parts of the...

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Canada Provides Humanitarian Assistance to the Great Lakes Region of Africa / Canada will support the work of the ICRC in the Democratic Republic of Congo and neighbouring countries

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 06:40 AM PDT

OTTAWA, Canada, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville – Wainwright, on behalf of the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of...

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Uganda: Ruling Against LGBT Activists Violates Rights / Sets Dangerous Precedent; Inhibits Advocacy, HIV Outreach

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 03:40 AM PDT

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The decision of the Ugandan High Court published on July 9, 2014, endorsing the government closure of a lesbian, gay, bisexual...

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IOM Reunites Somali Family in Slovenia

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 02:10 AM PDT

GENEVA, Switzerland, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — IOM Somalia, in coordination with the Somali immigration department, has conducted its first family reunification from the...

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Normalisation Committee appointed for Gambia Football Federation

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 01:10 AM PDT

GENEVA, Switzerland, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The FIFA Emergency Committee has decided today, 10 July 2014, to appoint a Normalisation Committee in accordance with...

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SRSG Djinnit renews UN support to ECOWAS

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 01:10 AM PDT

DAKAR, Sénégal, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General (SRSG) for West Africa, Mr. Said Djinnit, attended the 45th...

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WHO Disease Outbreak News: Ebola virus disease, West Africa – update

Posted: 11 Jul 2014 01:10 AM PDT

GENEVA, Switzerland, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Epidemiology and surveillance The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to monitor the evolution of the Ebola virus...

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Philips invigorates iconic Nigerian National Arts Theatre in Lagos with spectacular digital LED illumination

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 11:40 PM PDT

LAGOS, Nigeria, July 11, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — • Latest addition to global line-up of iconic city monuments lit by Philips Royal Philips (AEX: PHIA, NYSE: PHG)...

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AU ASSEMBLY EXTENDS MANDATE OF THE AFRICAN UNION COMMISSION OF INQUIRY ON SOUTH SUDAN

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 08:41 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Following the presentation of its Interim Report to the Assembly of Heads of States and Government, the mandate of the...

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The African Union appoints a new Special Envoy for the issue of the Lord’s Resistance Army

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 06:41 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union (AU), Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, today appointed Lieutenant...

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Ethiopia: Critical conditions for South Sudanese refugees in Gambella

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 05:10 AM PDT

LONDON, United-Kingdom, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — South Sudanese refugees continue to arrive in Gambella, Ethiopia, fleeing their homes because of the violence, and...

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Delivering customer service excellence key to success in the service industry, says DHL

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 03:40 AM PDT

CAPE-TOWN, South-Africa, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — How often does a service company truly exceed expectations? For many consumers, the satisfaction from purchasing a...

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EU imposes sanctions on South Sudanese military leaders

Posted: 10 Jul 2014 03:40 AM PDT

BRUSSELS, Kingdom of Belgium, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Council today imposed sanctions against individuals obstructing the South Sudanese peace process and...

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Statement at the Conclusion of an IMF Mission to Kenya for the 2014 Article IV Consultation

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 11:40 PM PDT

NAIROBI, Kenya, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mr. Mauro Mecagni visited Nairobi from June 25 to July 9 to conduct the...

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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2014 Article IV Consultation with Cameroon

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 11:40 PM PDT

YAOUNDE, Cameroon, July 10, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On June 30, 2014, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with...

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FIFA Emergency Committee suspends Nigeria Football Federation

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 10:41 AM PDT

ZURICH, Switzerland, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The FIFA Emergency Committee has decided today, 9 July 2014, to suspend the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) with...

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Appointment of a new African Union Special Representative for Somalia

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 10:10 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union (AU), Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, today appointed Dr. Maman S....

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The Republic of South Sudan’s Independence Day

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 08:40 AM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC July 9, 2014 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United...

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UN commitment to Government and people of Somalia remains strong following attack on Villa Somalia

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 07:10 AM PDT

MOGADISHU, Somalia, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia (SRSG), Nicholas Kay, has condemned last night’s...

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Canada / MP Leon Benoit to Make an Announcement Regarding Humanitarian Assistance in Africa

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 06:40 AM PDT

OTTAWA, Canada, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament (Vegreville – Wainwright), on behalf of the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of...

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The chairperson of the AU Commission looks forward to working closely with the new AU Panel of the Wise

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 06:10 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union (AU), Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, looks forward to working closely...

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SRSG Djinnit encourages integrated regional initiatives for durable stability in West Africa

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 05:40 AM PDT

DAKAR, Sénégal, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) for West Africa and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa...

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Fish drying method changes lives in Burundi / FAO project to introduce simple raised drying racks improves livelihoods and nutrition for communities along the shores of Lake Tanganyika and beyond

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 03:40 AM PDT

ROME, Italy, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — An FAO project to equip small fishing communities with the tools and know-how to dry fish on simple raised racks instead of on the...

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U.S., Union of Comoros militaries sign Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreement

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 01:41 AM PDT

MORONI, Comoros, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Officials from the Union of Comoros and United States signed an Acquisition and Cross Servicing Agreement July 6 in Kandani,...

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Remarks as Prepared by White House Coordinator for the Middle East, North Africa, and the Gulf Region Philip Gordon at the Ha’aretz Israel Conference for Peace

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 01:41 AM PDT

TEL AVIV, Israel, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Thank you for that kind introduction. I also want to especially thank Ha’aretz publisher Amos Schocken, Ha’aretz...

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WITH SOUTH SUDANESE BEARING BRUNT OF FAILURE TO LAY DOWN ARMS, UNITED NATIONS WILL MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO PROTECT THEM, SAYS SECRETARY-GENERAL

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 01:10 AM PDT

NEW YORK, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: On the occasion of the third...

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Canada Condemns Sectarian Violence in Central African Republic

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:40 AM PDT

OTTAWA, Canada, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird today issued the following statement: "Canada strongly condemns the ongoing sectarian...

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Al-Shabaab Attack on Presidential Compound

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:40 AM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press Statement Jen Psaki Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 8, 2014 The United States strongly condemns today’s...

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Conclusions of 5th Meeting of the International Contact Group on the Central African Republic (ICG-CAR)

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:40 AM PDT

ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — CONCLUSIONS 1. The International Contact Group on the Central African Republic (ICG-CAR) held its 5th meeting, in Addis...

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Executive Order — Regarding the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:10 AM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — EXECUTIVE ORDER TAKING ADDITIONAL STEPS TO ADDRESS THE NATIONAL EMERGENCY WITH RESPECT TO THE CONFLICT IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF...

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On the Occasion of the Republic of Cabo Verde’s National Day

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:10 AM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press Statement John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC July 8, 2014 On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United...

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Statement at the end of the IMF Staff Mission to Niger

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:10 AM PDT

NIAMEY, Niger, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Cheikh Anta Gueye visited Niamey from June 22-26, 2014 for the fourth review...

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Zimbabwe- IMF Management Completes First and Second Reviews of Staff-Monitored Program

Posted: 09 Jul 2014 12:10 AM PDT

HARARE, Zimbabwe, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On June 27, 2014, Management of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the combined first and second reviews under...

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Factsheet on the Democratic Republic of the Congo Executive Order

Posted: 08 Jul 2014 11:40 PM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — President Obama today issued a new Executive Order (E.O.) that amends E.O. 13413 of October 27, 2006, to take additional steps in...

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Message to the Congress — Regarding the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Posted: 08 Jul 2014 11:40 PM PDT

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2014/African Press Organization (APO)/ — TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA),...

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