Disi Wins Silver in Carnaval Half Marathon

As he intensifies preparations for this year’s Commonwealth Games in Scotland, long distance runner Dieudonne Disi won a silver medal in the Carnaval half marathon in France. Disi, who has been training at Kenya’s high altitude camp at Iten since January, finished second to Burundian Abraham Niyonkuru after clocking 1:4:43. Morocco’s Chakir Boujattaoui won bronze, while another Rwandan Gervais Hakizimana, who is based in France, finished fourth. With his first race of the year, Disi is set to return to the rift valley to continue training alongside...

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Burkina Faso Triumphs International Dialogue Basketball Cup

Burkina Faso has marked its presence as the overall winners of the International Basketball Dialogue Cup in Abuja, with Canada in second and Philippines in the third place. The event witnessed the gracious presence of the Ambassador of Philippines who gave the trophy to Team Burkina Faso for its triumph and other high ranking officials of other countries that participated. This International Basketball Dialogue Cup is a yearly event organized...

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Algeria Proved its Mettle in Boxing Battle

Algeria is the new talk of town in the boxing world. On March 7, 2014 Algeria emerged as the overall winner of the 4th edition of the African boxing championship concluded in Yaounde. Every Algerian boxer excelled in all the boys, girls and junior category matches by winning a total of 12 medals i.e. seven in gold, three in silver and two in bronze. In a celebratory mood, the Algerian technical director, Mourad Mezine asserted, "It is a historic...

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Nigeria Beats China at Costa Rica 2014 First Game

Nigeria's U17 Women football team defeated China 2-1 to begin their Costa Rica 2014 U17 Women's World Cup campaign on a bright note in Group D on March 17, 2014 in Alajuela. Nigeria started on front foot when in the 7th minute Chiwendu Ihezuo botched to connect with a ball across the face of goal and wasted another brilliant goal opportunity in the 14th minute. At the 19th minute before converting 21st minute chance, Rasheedat Ajibade went...

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Kenyan Kings Back to Home After a Promising Performance

Kenyan victorious 2014 Africa Cross Country Championships team returned to their homeland after its stars promising performance at the tournament. Kenya flounced all eight gold medals in yet another commanding performance that left 25 other nations just to bow to the kings. Soon after arrival, the squad of 24 runners and seven officials were treated to a luxurious luncheon in their honour. The squad put in its best efforts for their crowning...

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Africa Fashion Week London Soon To Get in Town of Nigeria

Africa Fashion Week is soon to get in town of Nigeria. The organizers of the fashion week are in an endeavor to bring fashion train to Nigeria to give talented Nigerian designers an innovative platform to flaunt their creativeness to global audience. After three successful editions of Africa Fashion Week, it is all groomed to provide designers with an opportunity to gather national attention and awareness of their own. According to officials...

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New Fashion House Opens in Kimironko

Rwandan fashion designer Colombe Ndutiye Ituze has teamed up with Canadian born St. Louis Johanne to open a new fashion house. Doda Fashion House located in Kimironko was officially launched in a colourful ceremony attended by Rwanda top fashion designers and models. Speaking during the event, Johanne said they also have plans to open a fashion school in the country. Prominent fashion houses represented at the event included, Glo Creations...

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Bukola Anthony Takes Home The Pearl Look Nigeria 2014 Title

Pearl Look Nigeria 2014 got the audience by curiousness with a shoulder-to-shoulder competition among three very beautiful finalists in the first week of March in Lagos, Nigeria. The event was judged by Jane Celiers, Yvonne Nwosu and Reze Bonna and Bukola Anthony became the lucky winner who took home the title, subsequent to her predecessor Julia. In March 2014, the Pearl Look modelling and fashion competition kicked off at the Lagos Oriental...

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Elizabeth Arden’s 1st African Brand Ambassador

Nigerian model Adeola Ariyo has been selected as the first ever African Ambassador for Beauty organization Elizabeth Arden. The 28 year old will be taking over the duties of the Elizabeth Arden South African Ambassador Lerato Moloi, whose supremacy centered only in South Africa. Adeola Ariyo has new job responsibilities in Elizabeth Arden’s campaigns for Visible Difference, Skin Illuminating and Perfectly Nude SPF15, all while she is under the...

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India Begins Here at Punjab

Punjab, a home to five rivers is bordered by the Indian states; Himachal Pradesh to the east, Haryana to the south and southeast, Rajasthan to the southwest as well as Pakistani province of Punjab to the west. Punjab is certainly a primarily agricultural state and enjoys the natural benefits of fertile soils and abundant waters. Embroidered with a distinct blend of rural and urban flavours, the land of heritage, architecture and nature has...

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MTN to Spend 311 Million Ghana Cedis to Improve Network Quality

Mobile operator, MTN is set to invest GH¢311 million to improve network quality and carry out some expansion works for this year. The plan was contained in MTN's Group’s financial performance for last year. The result also showed that the operator still leads the industry with 12.9 million subscribers accounting for a little over 50 per cent of total mobile market. The recent surge in usage of internet data also appears to benefiting MTN greatly,...

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First Refrigerator With “Power Cut Evercool” Technology Launched into Ghana Market

Accessing fresh foods has proven to be difficult for many households in Ghana as many have constantly had to throw away food from their refrigerators due to frequent power cuts. In a bid to salvage the situation, LG Electronics, a global leader in Consumer Electronics and Home Appliances has launched its new premium range of refrigerators with patented Power Cut Evercool technology unto the Ghanaian market. The event which was held at Coconut...

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Major Telecom Operators To Serve in Africa and Middle East

Africa is booming and many major companies are eyeing the continent for investment and enhancement. According to sources, seven major telecom operators across Africa and Middle East, inclusive of Vodafone Group and Bharti Airtel would be sharing their network infrastructure with an aim to provide Internet to rural communities and decreasing the price of mobile services. Global telecom body GSM Association (GSMA) stated, “senior leaders from seven...

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Green Mobile Tower Solutions in Ghana

Vihaan Networks Ltd (VNL), an Indian telecom equipment-maker has stepped up to enhance and power a communications revolution in Africa especially targeting Africa’s villages and remote locations. VNL is ready for the initiative with its innovative, green mobile tower solutions to better-off the communications scenario. Recently, a glitter has been added to the crown of VNL i.e. Ghana has joined the client list of the enterprise. Ghana chose...

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Mali Begins Rebuilding Mausoleums From Timbuktu’s ‘Golden Age’

Local masons in Timbuktu started to lay down the first earthen bricks to reconstruct World Heritage mausoleums damaged when radical Islamists occupied the northern part of the country in 2012. “The rehabilitation of the cultural heritage of Timbuktu is crucial for the people of Mali, for the city's residents and for the world,” said Irina Bokova, Director-General of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), marking...

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South African Airways Takes Delivery of Fourth New A320 Aircraft

Africa’s leading airline South African Airways (SAA) has taken delivery of two new Airbus A320 aircraft, bringing to six the number of narrowbodied planes added to the SAA fleet in 2014. Commenting on the development SAA’s Country Manager for Australasia Tim Clyde-Smith said the new aircraft would greatly boost the airline’s capabilities on shorter routes within Africa while adding significantly to the quality of its product and service. They...

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Experts Call For More Investment in Research To Boost Coffee Quality

More investment in scientific research, innovations and market outlets is needed if the country’s coffee industry is to thrive amid tight market competition, coffee experts have said. The experts made the remarks, at the opening of a twoday coffee research symposium in Kigali organised by the National Agriculture Export Board (NAEB). The symposium drew participants from the US, UK, South Korea, South Africa, Kenya, Burundi, Uganda, among others. Experts...

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Rwanda: Top African Destination for Retailers

Rwanda is the top destination for global goods and services suppliers, thanks to its focus on reforming the business climate and seeking to attract foreign investment, a new report shows. The 2014 African Retail Development Index developed by AT Kearney, a global consultancy, launched recently, indicates that although Rwanda is geographically small, it has a highly fragmented and increasingly more attractive market than African countries with...

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Tanzania and Burundi Sign Separate Railway Deal

Tanzania and Burundi signed a Memorandum of Understanding under which a direct rail link will be constructed to connect Tanzania’s central rail line to Bujumbura.Prior to the diplomatic spat between Tanzania and Rwanda, caused by flippant remarks made by President Kikwete that Rwanda should sit down with the FDLR killer militias and negotiate a peace deal – impossible considering that the FDLR is sworn to destroy the new Rwanda and bring back...

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Dar es Salaam Airport Welcomes New Aircraft at Its Hub

Air Tanzania has made good of announcements made earlier in the year of an impending fleet upgrade when the airline last weekend presented their newly-leased Bombardier CRJ200 regional jet, registered as 5Y-WWA, to the public at their Dar es Salaam hub. The single class (all economy) 50-seater jet was reportedly leased from Kenyan company DAC Aviation which is based at Wilson Airport and was manufactured in October 1999 before entering commercial...

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Taj Mahal A Tribute To A Beautiful Wife

The Taj Mahal is extensively wellthought- out as one of the utmost stunning structures ever created. The beautiful marble building in Agra, India, is a tomb, an enduring monument to the love of a husband for his favorite wife. The epitome of Mughal art and the most famous monument in the world, Taj Mahal was built by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan. It took 17 years for the monument complex to be completed in 1648. The mausoleum is located on the right...

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Day 2 at 10th CII EXIM BANK CONCLAVE ON INDIA-AFRICA PROJECT PARTNERSHIPS

Day 2 brought with it enlightening session and fruitful B2B meetings. The day was packed with enormous discussions on enhancing relationships between India and Africa. We can say Day 2 was the day of Corporates. In huge numbers, delegations and exhibitors visited the various stalls at the exhibition during the Conclave making the event successful. The members at the respective stalls showcased and exhibited their expertise and quality services...

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South Africa Graeme Smith Calls Time on International Career

South African Graeme Smith, international cricket’s longest-serving captain, sprang a shock as he announced he would retire from all international cricket after the current third Test against Australia at Newlands. The 33-year-old - whose long-time team-mate Jacques Kallis retired from test cricket in December though he wants to remain part of the one day side - had said that he still had things to achieve in international cricket. However,...

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KBC Coach Eager to End Espoir’s Dominance

Kigali basketball club (KBC) over the weekend demonstrated their credentials as league title favourites after registering two wins against UR-College of Arts and Social Sciences and UR-College of Education respectively. Cyrille Karima’s team beat UR- College of Arts and Social Sciences96-48 on Saturday before turning the table over UR-College of Education 104- 48 on Sunday at Kimisagara youth sports centre court. KBC’s Ally Kubwimana scored a...

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Impressive Start For Rayon Sports in V-Ball League

New league entrants Rayon Sports made an impressive start in the national volleyball league with two wins against Lycee de Nyanza and Christ Roi de Nyanza. Coach Fidele Nyirimana’s team won both matches in straight sets (3-0) played at Lycee de Nyanza courts. In the same pool (four), Christ Roi de Nyanza beat the hosts 3-0. After the opening weekend of the new season, Nyirimana, who won last season’s title with the National University of...

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A New Address For Shopping In Uganda

The fashion lovers of Kampala, the largest city and capital of Uganda, have got a new address to revise for shopping. African prints, stitched together in tie & die, flora, drafts, patterns and urban wear made out of jersey, and other fabrics has been presented during the grand opening of the very-new Bold Shop at Acacia Mall. The shop embracing about 100sqms of space is anticipated to house about twenty two brands. Bold shop will be showcasing works of many designers such as Kwesh fashion house, Gloria Wavamuno, Eguana, Martha Jabo, Definition...

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Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Makes ‘March’ Fashionable for South Africa

The forthcoming edition of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Joburg (MBFWJ) is to be held in Johannesburg, South Africa. Under the theme,” Creative Freedom: Under the Pillars of Fashion, Art and Design’, the event is going to celebrate the 20th anniversary of South Africa’s democracy. The show is said to witness more than 15 catwalk shows, staging of collections from over 34 young and seasoned South African brands. The fashion event is scheduled...

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Kenya Gets Boost For ITB 2014 as Lupita Wins Oscar

The timelines on the social media exploded when Lupita won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in ’12 Years a Slave’. Kenya has in the past featured in Oscar winning movies, shot on location like ‘Out of Africa’ but never before has a Kenyan actress or actor won the film world’s most coveted prize. Struggling as a destination for the past 18 months this momentous occasion will no doubt give a huge confidence boost to the...

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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Grand 2

Samsung's latest premium device, the Galaxy Grand 2, dubbed 'Larger than Life', has been unveiled in Ghana. It is expected to provide Smartphone lovers the opportunity to use a premium device at an affordable pricing. This device which offers a premium Smartphone experience for users has a uniquely hand crafted leather-like back and a 5.25-inch screen with 16:9 HD ratio. These features take the Samsung Multi Window feature to the next level...

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Day 1 at 10th CII EXIM BANK CONCLAVE ON INDIA-AFRICA PROJECT PARTNERSHIPS

With the endeavor to develop initiatives and enhance relations between India and Africa, Day 1 of 10th CII Conclave 2014 came to an end. The day was packed with enlightening sessions, fruitful discussions, and spark with the charisma of delegates from Asia and Africa. It was truly an excellent opportunity for the delegates and other participants to have an open discussion and boost their business linkages. It seems an episode of yesterday...

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Gates Reclaims Forbes Title of World’s Richest Billionaire

Microsoft's founder Gates was propelled to the top spot primarily because of a rally in the software company's stock, said Forbes, which published its annual list of the world's richest billionaires on Monday. Gates is now valued at $76 billion, compared to $67 billion last year, when he was No. 2 on the list. Slim built the bulk of his $72 billion fortune from his controlling interest in telecom company America Movil (AMX) which dominates...

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Biggest solar project in Africa to add 155 megawatts to Ghana’s power in 2015

The country would by the middle of next year add 155 megawatts of power to the national grid in a bid to improve Ghana's energy stock. It will be the biggest solar project in Africa when completed. This was disclosed by managers of a solar facility, Mere Power Nzema, at a workshop in Accra, Friday. The Mere Power Nzema with its parent company in UK, Blue Energy are to begin the construction of the solar plant from September this year. The...

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Raphael Kuuchi IATA's New Vice President for Africa

Mr. Raphael Kuuchi has taken up the position as Vice President for Africa with the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This followed IATA's announcement of Mr. Kuuchi's appointment last November. He was previously the Director of Commercial, Corporate & Industry Affairs with the African Airlines Association in Nairobi, Kenya. Mr. Kuuchi reports to Hussein Dabbas, Regional Vice President for Africa & the Middle East region...

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Kagame Gets Silverbird Award of Distinction

President Paul Kagame received the prestigious Silver Award of Distinction given in recognition of good service. The President was recognized for his leadership in peace building, reconciliation, development, good governance, promotion of human rights, women empowerment, and advancement of education and communication technology. The award was given during an annual event, the Silverbird Man of the Year, in Lagos, Nigeria, to celebrate the continent’s...

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Euromoney Names Rwanda’s Eurobond As Deal of The Year 2013

When Euromoney, one of the world’s leading finance magazines, recently named Rwanda’s first ever Eurobond as “2013 Deal of the Year” only those who failed in the past to observe the Phoenix rise from the ashes could have been truly surprised, that the US$400 million bond issue was not just subscribed to at a fast pace but got such accolades from Europe’s leading financial pundits. Tourism and aviation are two of the main beneficiaries of the...

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Air Mauritius Airline Returns To Profitability

A significant turnaround is now visible for the Air Mauritius as the airline’s austerity and cost saving program has taken root, showing a pretax profit of over 5.2 million euros for the first 9 months of the 2013/14 financial year. For the same corresponding period in 2012/13 the airline was still in the red to the tune of over 3.1 million Euros. Newly introduced flights to China have yielded more or less instant results while the cutting of...

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TRENDY TOYOTA IN SOUTH AFRICA

A Japanese automotive manufacturer handling huge manpower of nearly 3,33,498 employees, Toyota plans to invest 1 billion rand ($90 million) in the manufacturing of its Corolla model in South Africa, giving encouragement to the domestic auto sector after strikes that held last year. BMW expressed that wage related strikes in 2013 hindered expansion plans in the country. On the other hand, Toyota emphasized on investment as a part of an expansion...

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