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Thursday 18 November 2010Guinea Declares State of Emergency
Political tension rising to unrest has led to loss of lives in the first ever democratic election in the country after independence in 1985.- Wednesday 17 November 2010
South African Envoy in Zimbabwe for Latest Crisis Mediation
A round up of the week’s news, compiled by Newsfromafrica staff writers. - Wednesday 17 November 2010
Guinea: One Killed, Scores Injured in Post-election Violence
Election loser protests poll results, alleges rigging. - Wednesday 17 November 2010
Kenya: Employer’s Body to Launch Inaugural HIV/AIDS Awards
Awards recognizing innovative HIV/AIDS workplace policies will be the climax of a two-day symposium. - Wednesday 17 November 2010
Kenya: The Hague Beckons for Post-poll Ring Leaders
ICC chief prosecutor says six suspects who committed crimes against humanity may be indicted by the end of the year. - Tuesday 16 November 2010
Sudan: Referendum Registration Finally Kicks Off
The exercise was delayed for three months due to financial and logistical challenges, with parties to the CPA hurling blames at each other and beating drums of war. 
Tuesday 16 November 2010Africa: Scientists Converge for Inaugural Africa Green Chemistry Congress
Scientists are working round the clock to find innovative solutions to the continent’s development challenges.- Monday 15 November 2010
Kenya: VP Roots for Preservation of Culture and Heritage
Hon Kalonzo Musyoka officially opens the Session being held for the first time on African soil. 
Monday 15 November 2010Africa’s Mobile Subscription hits 500m
Demand for new services sees growth in subscriber base- Saturday 13 November 2010
Africa: Media Leaders to Gather in Cameroon
Former Burkina Farso premier among keynote speakers expected at the conference. - Saturday 13 November 2010
Tanzania: MPs Elect First Woman Speaker
Ms Makinda promises to be impartial after trouncing prominent lawyer, Mabere Makado. - Saturday 13 November 2010
Africa: Ghana Hosts Forum on Reproductive Health
Conference discusses unsafe abortion and its impact on women’s health. - Friday 12 November 2010
Disputed Abyei Vote Might be Delayed
A round up of the week’s news, compiled by Newsfromafrica staff writers. - Friday 12 November 2010
Kenya: Mps Collude to Extend Their Term
Unscrupulous legislators exploit loopholes in the constitution to continue enjoying perks. - Thursday 11 November 2010
Africa: Mobile Money Transfer Goes a Notch Higher
Partnership between Western Union and MTN hailed as a revolution in the history of remittances.