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affairs. Our mission is to change U.S. Africa relations to promote political,
economic and social justice in Africa. We provide accessible information
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Africa Action Statement on Recent Media Coverage of HIV/AIDS in Africa April 13, 2006 "Africa Action today challenged The Washington Post for its recent coverage minimizing the severity of the HIV/AIDS crisis in Africa, and the organization emphasized the real and ongoing urgency of the crisis on the continent..."
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Remembering Rwanda, Defending Darfur April 12, 2006 "This month, tens of thousands of Americans will commemorate the Rwandan genocide by taking action to defend the victims of the ongoing genocide in Darfur. This update includes reports on grassroots activities in March, the latest developments on the ground in Darfur and in the African Union, United Nations and U.S. policy & opportunities for action in April..."
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New UN Resolution on Darfur Represents Small Step in Right Direction March 27, 2006 "Africa Action welcomes the unanimous passage of a UN Security Council resolution requesting more rapid planning for a peacekeeping operation in Darfur. However, the Security Council must now move beyond rapid planning and authorize such a mission on an urgent basis..."
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Africa Policy Outlook 2006 March 9, 2006 - Salih Booker & Ann-Louise Colgan "Africa Action's annual Policy Outlook highlights the key themes and trends in U.S. Africa policy. This year's report assesses the promises made in 2005 and analyzes U.S. priorities and African priorities in the coming year..."
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BBC News | Africa | World Edition
Chad calms refugee and oil fears Chad withdraws a threat to expel Sudanese refugees, and extends the deadline on a threat to cease oil production.
Malawi's police tear-gas traders Police in Malawi fire tear gas to disperse thousands of traders unhappy at plans to move them from the streets.
Weah's diplomatic papers 'seized' The party of Liberian football star George Weah complains of a "witch-hunt" after his diplomatic passport is seized.
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