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WB: Statement by the World Bank, asserts that urgent action on climate change is needed in the Arab world (05/12/2012)

The impact of climate change will be especially acute in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, according to a new World Bank Group report, and immediate action will be needed to avoid the...

Africa and the first Millennium Development Goal: A contemporary perspective

CONSULTANCY AFRICA INTELLIGENCE

The Millennium Development Goals (MDG) were adopted by the United Nations in 2001 as key targets for the developing world. These goals are also commonly accepted as a framework for measuring...

African elections review 2012

CONSULTANCY AFRICA INTELLIGENCE

A number of African countries have attempted to consolidate their democracies by scheduling presidential and Parliamentary elections in 2012. Egypt’s Parliamentary and presidential elections...

Stepping forward or stepping back? An overview of Women’s rights in relation to the Arab Uprisings - Part 2

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The events which make up the so-called ‘Arab Spring’ mark a significant chapter in modern history. In less than two years, four dictators have been deposed, regimes are slowly being dismantled...

SA: Marthinus van Schalkwyk: Address by the Minister of Tourism, on the state of travel and tourism in South Africa, Cape Town Press Club (01/11/2012)

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Globally, the outlook for travel and tourism is fairly optimistic. The United Nation’s World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) indicates that the total number of tourist arrivals globally increased by...

Stepping forward or stepping back? An overview of women’s rights in relation to the Arab Uprisings - Part 1

CONSULTANCY AFRICA INTELLIGENCE

From the ban on women’s driving in Saudi Arabia, to the social stigmas which fuel honour killings, to the ever-controversial issue of the hijab (headscarf), women’s rights in the Middle East...

SA: Jacob Zuma: Address by the President of South Africa, at the 2012 Annual Convention of the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand (04/10/2012)

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Our role as government is to promote the creation of a better life for all our people. In doing so, we work closely with the social partners represented at National Economic Development and Labour...

SA: Naledi Pandor: Address by the Minister of Science and Technology, at the international workshop on minerals and beneficiation, Birchwood Hotel (25/09/2012)

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The mining industry has been crucial to the economic development of South Africa, in both historical andcontemporary terms. Currently, its contribution amounts to between 15% and 20% of South...

SA: Rob Davies: Address by the Minister of Trade and Industry, at the Discussion of UNCTAD’s Investment Policy Framework for Sustainable Development, Geneva, Switzerland (24/09/2012)

SPEECH

We are pleased to be at this discussion, and to be given the opportunity to offer a South African Government Policy perspective on investment. This follows on from our participation at the World...

Do South Africa and the European Union need each other?

SOUTH AFRICAN INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

The Fifth European Union (EU)-South Africa summit (17-18 September) takes place against a backdrop of heightened domestic and international turbulence. In the EU’s backyard, escalating tensions...

Daily podcast – September 10, 2012.

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President Jacob Zuma has called on "politicians" to resist the temptation to "hijack" labour disputes for their own purposes. He said that incitement and inflammatory talk is unnecessary at this...

The Arab Spring Turns into an Arab Nightmare in Syria

INSTITUTE FOR SECURITY STUDIES

The United Nations Security Council and the international community should not place too much hope in the impossible mission Lakhdar Brahimi has assumed, taking over from Kofi Annan as the new...

South African Institute of International Affairs speaker's meeting

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Date: Monday, 3 September 2012 Time: 18h00 for 18h15 to conclude by 20h00, followed by light refreshments Venue: Jan Smuts House, East Campus, Wits University, Johannesburg Parking: Parking is...

Dlamini-Zuma: Paving the way for female leadership

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Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma has made history by becoming the first woman to lead the African Union Commission (AUC).(2) A skilled diplomat, a stern personality, a former doctor, ex-wife to South...

Annual Report 2012: The state of the world's human rights

HUMAN RIGHTS

2011 was a truly tumultuous year. Millions of people took to the streets to demand freedom, justice and dignity – some of them securing memorable victories. Successful uprisings in Tunisia and...

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