Zimbabwe
Is it time to go home? IRIN – 19 Feb 09
It is estimated that over 3 million Zimbabweans have left for neighboring countries and further over the last 10 years. With the new power- sharing government in power, many wonder if the time to return has arrived.
Farewell South Africa, but not just yet - IRIN – 19 Feb 09
Zimbabwe recovery costs "massive" - BBC News- 20 Feb 09
Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai estimates the costs of rebuilding Zimbabwe’s economy could be as high as 5 billion dollars.
Harare diary: "Motivated workers" - BBC News- 20 Feb 09
A Zimbabwean gives her perspective about the current conditions and the mood of the people in her country.
South Africa
Civil Society Claims UN "Mishandled" Refugee Crisis - allAfrica.com- 23 Feb 09
An inquiry has blamed misunderstandings over the role of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) for charges that its South African office mishandled the humanitarian crisis that resulted from last year’s wave of xenophobic violence.
Gift Dube: "Loxion management happens when you are unemployed and chilling on the streets" - IRIN- 17 Feb 09
One South African explains what it means to create your own opportunities with the lack of jobs in the formal sector.
Fighting for the Right to Fish - allAfrica.com – 21 Feb 09
South African law prohibiting local fisherman from selling their catch is causing increased hardships.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh hunts violent Islamists, funding sources - Reuters- 23 Feb 09
Government has launched a massive hunt for Islamist militants exploding or piling up bombs and grenades in a campaign to turn the country into a sharia according to Home Minister Shahara Khatun.
India
Gov’t schools to have innovative study method - Times of India- 23 Feb 09
State government has plans to introduce new courses in English and computer education for students in Jodhpur on a trial basis.
Army’s multi-dimensional expedition flagged off - Times of India- 23 Feb09
An Army expedition aimed at fostering camaraderie with civilians set off on Saturday and will pass thru Rajasthan, Gujarat, and the Arabian Sea.
Rajasthan going strong in times of downturn - The Hindu - 22 Feb 09
Predictions that the state of Rajasthan may fair well in the current economic climate because of its relative political stability, industry-friendly atmosphere, and availability of skilled work force.
Mexico
Latin America: Recession challenges Fair Trade - IPS – 20 Feb 09
Leaders involved in fair trade are preparing for expected impacts of the global economic downturn.
Nepal
Avian influenza outbreak contained but risks remain - IRIN – 17 Feb 09
The H5NI virus has been brought under control after a month-long outbreak in poultry in Jhapa district, nearly 500km south-east of the capital, according to government officials.
Nepal Maoists watch army day parade, tensions ease - Reuters- 23 Feb 09
Nepal’s prime minister attended an army parade on Monday in what analysts said could be a sign of growing confidence between the army and former rebel fighters.
Is it time to go home? IRIN – 19 Feb 09
It is estimated that over 3 million Zimbabweans have left for neighboring countries and further over the last 10 years. With the new power- sharing government in power, many wonder if the time to return has arrived.
Farewell South Africa, but not just yet - IRIN – 19 Feb 09
Zimbabwe recovery costs "massive" - BBC News- 20 Feb 09
Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai estimates the costs of rebuilding Zimbabwe’s economy could be as high as 5 billion dollars.
Harare diary: "Motivated workers" - BBC News- 20 Feb 09
A Zimbabwean gives her perspective about the current conditions and the mood of the people in her country.
South Africa
Civil Society Claims UN "Mishandled" Refugee Crisis - allAfrica.com- 23 Feb 09
An inquiry has blamed misunderstandings over the role of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) for charges that its South African office mishandled the humanitarian crisis that resulted from last year’s wave of xenophobic violence.
Gift Dube: "Loxion management happens when you are unemployed and chilling on the streets" - IRIN- 17 Feb 09
One South African explains what it means to create your own opportunities with the lack of jobs in the formal sector.
Fighting for the Right to Fish - allAfrica.com – 21 Feb 09
South African law prohibiting local fisherman from selling their catch is causing increased hardships.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh hunts violent Islamists, funding sources - Reuters- 23 Feb 09
Government has launched a massive hunt for Islamist militants exploding or piling up bombs and grenades in a campaign to turn the country into a sharia according to Home Minister Shahara Khatun.
India
Gov’t schools to have innovative study method - Times of India- 23 Feb 09
State government has plans to introduce new courses in English and computer education for students in Jodhpur on a trial basis.
Army’s multi-dimensional expedition flagged off - Times of India- 23 Feb09
An Army expedition aimed at fostering camaraderie with civilians set off on Saturday and will pass thru Rajasthan, Gujarat, and the Arabian Sea.
Rajasthan going strong in times of downturn - The Hindu - 22 Feb 09
Predictions that the state of Rajasthan may fair well in the current economic climate because of its relative political stability, industry-friendly atmosphere, and availability of skilled work force.
Mexico
Latin America: Recession challenges Fair Trade - IPS – 20 Feb 09
Leaders involved in fair trade are preparing for expected impacts of the global economic downturn.
Nepal
Avian influenza outbreak contained but risks remain - IRIN – 17 Feb 09
The H5NI virus has been brought under control after a month-long outbreak in poultry in Jhapa district, nearly 500km south-east of the capital, according to government officials.
Nepal Maoists watch army day parade, tensions ease - Reuters- 23 Feb 09
Nepal’s prime minister attended an army parade on Monday in what analysts said could be a sign of growing confidence between the army and former rebel fighters.
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