[wanabidii] DRC and Burundi battle to remove stubborn presidents while the countries crumble (M&G Africa) Tuesday, August 09, 2016 View a web version of this message 09 Aug 2016 Forward this message Invite a friend DRC and Burundi battle to remove stubborn presidents while the countries crumble The Democratic Republic of Congo is escalating towards a crisis that could match the violence of its neighbour. Former Zimbabwe vice-president Mujuru questions Mugabe's war credentials Joice Mujuru stated that the president often exaggerates his involvement in the liberation and has asked him to prove his credentials. At least 90 people killed by security forces in Ethiopia anti-government protests Residents and opposition in Oromiya and Amhara put tally at more than 90 people. Former Zanu-PF acolyte calls Mugabe corrupt, likens leader to colonial PM The tables could finally be turning for the Zimbabwean strongman. More from the Mail & Guardian Africa Curing a sick system: Doctors and nurses must speak out for patients and themselves Medicine shouldn't be the only thing on the books at our medical schools. Here are some tips for healthcare workers to handle abuse. Let's talk about sex, baby – help is just an SMS away for young people in Mozambique Nearly 36 000 young Mozambicans have signed up for SMS-based health counselling but will the new technology curb HIV infections? Women praise HIV prevention pill as research could produce a simpler injection For those at risk, taking a pill that can stop them from getting HIV is a 'life-changing experience' Women praise HIV prevention pill as research could produce a simpler injection For those at risk, taking a pill that can stop them from getting HIV is a 'life-changing experience' Sub-saharan Africa remains fast-growing region in world, despite economic slowdown Africa is one of the only two regions in the world achieving growth in FDI in 2015 with a seven percent rise in projects for the continent Big Drop in diamond production hits Botswana cutting and polishing firms Downstream industries of the diamond mining business, cutting and polishing firms feel the ripple effects of the global commodity slump Africa's 'forgotten' but growing international security threat: the information revolution The rate of uptake of technology on the continent has been dizzying, but the pitfalls could be deeper if not anticipated. A quarter of a century after independence suffering Eritreans still yearn for freedom Money is flowing in exchange for allowing countries – ironically including both Iran and Israel – to maintain military bases within its borders Africa has got a big tomato problem: a little pest is wiping them out, and prices are sky-rocketing Africa exported almost $800 million of tomatoes in 2015, or about 10% of the world's total Environmental crimes rising and may cost world economy a record $258 billion, says study Proceeds from illegal logging to trafficking of hazardous waste and illicit gold mining funding rebel groups and criminal syndicates Unsubscribe | Update Profile | View PDF | Pause Subscription | View Online Email Powered By This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com on 09-08-2016 Mail & Guardian is intended for opt in communication only. If you feel this email is unsolicited please report it to us. Share this : Digg Linkedin Stumbleupon Delicious Tumblr BufferApp Pocket Evernote
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