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- Thursday 25 November 2010
Kenya: Govt in Partnership to Reduce Road Carnage
In an effort to reduce the number of road accident fatalities during the December festive season, the Kenya government, in partnership with Total Kenya and the World Bank, has launched a road safety campaign which will focus on increased awareness and education of road users. - Wednesday 24 November 2010
Somalia: The forgotten Victims of Civil War
Minority groups continue to face marginalization as well as attacks from the al-Shabaab militia. - Wednesday 24 November 2010
South African Tourism Launches Mobile Site for Kenyan Market
Riding on the back of the success of the World Cup, the tourism agency has upped its strategy in marketing South Africa as a destination. - Wednesday 24 November 2010
Gambia: Govt Severs Diplomatic Ties with Iran
The Government’s sudden move remains a matter of conjecture given that the two countries have hitherto enjoyed cordial relations. - Wednesday 24 November 2010
Africa: Forum Roots for Regional Integration
At the Mo Ibrahim Foundation’s annual discussion forum, which this year covered Regional Economic Integration, global and African political, business and civil society leaders set key priorities for the further economic integration of the continent. - Tuesday 23 November 2010
African Cities on the Verge of Population Explosion
Report warns that population of African cities could triple in the next 40 years. - Monday 22 November 2010
Madagascar Troops End Barrack Mutiny
A round up of the week’s news, compiled by Newsfromafrica staff writers. 
Monday 22 November 2010Zain Rebrands to Airtel
Change is in the air as Zain finally changes to Airtel.
Monday 22 November 2010Pope Welcomes Use of Condoms 'in exceptional cases'
Pontiff’s remarks a major break from Church’s tradition.- Saturday 20 November 2010
MDGs: Africa on the Right Track
Progress has been made but more still needs to be done if Africa is to attain the MDGs - Saturday 20 November 2010
Botswana: Kalahari Bushman appeals to African Commission
Irked by the government’s continued persecution of the Bushmen, a representative decided to take the case to the international community. 
Friday 19 November 2010Guinea: Amnesty Condemns Executions
Scores killed, injured and 50 detained in post-election crackdown
Friday 19 November 2010Report Links Poverty and Ill-health in Cities
Findings to enable city fathers plan well for the populace
Friday 19 November 2010Huawei Launches New Android Smartphone in Africa
The handset provides a variety of ways to access the internet, as it boasts downlink speeds of more than 7.2Mbps.- Thursday 18 November 2010
Kenya: Leaders Urged to Declare Commitment to Manage Population
The two-day conference addresses trends in population growth and appeals for proper management.