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A Time to Act: Moving Beyond Words to Protect Darfur Now
October 5, 2006
"This Africa Action strategy outlines the next steps in our Campaign to Stop Genocide in Darfur. Over the next 90 days, we will combine new analysis with strategic actions to achieve international protection for the people of Darfur..."  Go >

Africa Action Stands with African Voices Calling for International Intervention in Darfur
October 4, 2006
"As the crisis worsens in Darfur, Africa Action stands with the people of Darfur and with African leaders from across the continent who are calling for an international peacekeeping force to stop the violence and protect civilians in western Sudan..."  Go >

Norway Sets Crucial Precedent for the Cancellation of Illegitimate Debt
October 3, 2006
"Norway's announcement this week that it will unconditionally cancel $80 million in illegitimate debt marks an important step towards recognizing historical injustices in international lending. Africa Action calls on other creditors and financial institutions to follow Norway's lead..."  Go >

A Tale of Two Genocides: The Failed U.S. Response to Rwanda and Darfur
September 9, 2006
"This new Africa Action report examines the disturbing patterns in the U.S. response to the Rwandan genocide in 1994 and to the current genocide in Darfur, Sudan. It emphasizes the lessons the U.S has yet to learn, and lays out the actions needed now to stop the ongoing genocide in Darfur..."  Go >

BBC News | Africa | World Edition

Somalis vow holy war on Ethiopia
Somali Islamists accuse Ethiopian troops of attacking a key town and vow revenge through "holy war".

Zambia's leader threatens rival
President Mwanawasa of Zambia warns the opposition leader that he could be charged with treason.

Massive diamond bought for $12m
One of the world's largest diamonds, the "Lesotho Promise", is sold for $12.4m in the Belgian city of Antwerp.

Sudan 'kills hundreds in Darfur'
Hundreds have been killed in attacks in Darfur, with apparent government backing, a UN report says.

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