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Africa Action Decries International Ambivalence on Darfur's Peacekeeping Needs
November 20, 2006
"As the Sudanese government escalates attacks against civilians, Africa Action urges the U.S. and other members of the UN Security Council to stop making concessions to Khartoum and to stand firm in the pursuit of an international peacekeeping force that can protect the people of Darfur..."  Go >

"Hurry up, because for now we’re on our own..."
November 16, 2006
"This campaign update on Darfur includes some of the latest reports on the deteriorating situation, recent developments in international policy, and an update on Africa Action’s 90-day plan of action and analysis..."  Go >

Africa Action Appoints New Executive Director
November 1, 2006
"The Board of Directors of Africa Action is pleased to announce the appointment of Nii Akuetteh as Africa Action’s new Executive Director..."  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 >

BBC News | Africa | World Edition

S Africa manhunt after jailbreak
South African police search for the first man to escape from the top security C-Max prison near Pretoria.

UN airlifts after African floods
The UN launches a series of airlifts and food drops for more than 1m people hit by floods in Somalia and Kenya.

African health 'needs investment'
A World Health Organisation study of healthcare in Africa says disease can only be tackled by urgent investment.

Somali region to switch to Sharia
The leader of Somalia's autonomous region of Puntland agrees to introduce Islamic law in the territory.

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