EU nations left in the spotlight over slavery apologies

Article Abstract:

There is considerable tension at the United Nations conference against racism in Durban, South Africa, over whether former slave-trade countries should receive compensation. Some countries are calling for an admission that slavery was a crime against humanity.

Conferences, meetings and seminars, Ethical aspects, Slavery, Racism

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Protests at Zimbabwe's hit list of journalists

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A hit list drawn up by the Zimbabwean security service identifies journalist Basildon Peta as the key target. A number of international organizations, including Reporters Sans Frontieres, have expressed serious concern about the existence of the list.

Freedom of speech, Crimes against, Political aspects, Zimbabwe, Journalists

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Dark continent: Africa watches total eclipse in fear and wonder

Article Abstract:

The total eclipse of the sun across southern Africa on 21 Jun 2001 is discussed. Many people feel that the eclipse is a signal of negative events.

Africa, Eclipses, Solar, Solar eclipses

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