Welcome to OZAFRICA
30th January, 2005 - Feature Article | NEWS
Welcome to OZAFRICA, the online MAGeZINE launched by LeMedia International. OZAFRICA MAGeZINE will fill a huge information gap in this marketplace. It caters to the needs of expatriate Southern Africans and Australians who are interested in assisting in the developing the relationship between Southern Africa and Australia.
Clothing and textile industries need a rethink, say economists
27th February, 2007 | NEWS
JOHANNESBURG - Southern African clothing and textile industries need to restrategise if they are to compete in a quota-free global market after the Multi-Fibre Agreement (MFA) expired last month.
Ministers meet to discuss challenges facing Africa's cities
27th February, 2005 | NEWS
JOHANNESBURG, 1 Feb 2005 (IRIN) - Housing experts from across Africa are meeting in South Africa this week to tackle some of the challenges facing the continent's cities.
South African Tourism Appoints New Chief Operating officer
9th May, 2005 | NEWS
South African Tourism has announced the appointment of Ms. Sizakele Marutlulle as its chief operating officer effective April 1, 2005. The position became vacant following the promotion of former incumbent, Moeketsi Mosola, to chief executive officer of South Africa’s tourism marketing organization last November.
Angola needs $30 Billion to Rebuild Infrastructure
1st June, 2007 | NEWS
LUANDA, 24 May 2005 Angola needs up to $30 billion to rebuild its war-shattered infrastructure over the next decade, according to a World Bank official, but analysts are warning the basic needs of the poor must not be overshadowed by large-scale projects.
MALAWI: Sweden resumes aid
1st June, 2005 | NEWS
Major western governments have begun resuming aid to Malawi In a vote of confidence in the Malawi government, Sweden has broken a four-year aid freeze and provided about US $5.5 million in budget support.
AFRICA: Summit lobbying business for African development
1st June, 2005 | NEWS
The WEF meeting hopes to get business to invest in Africa
The regional summit of the World Economic Forum (WEF), opening in Cape Town in South Africa on Wednesday, will seek commitment from the business sector to fund development in Africa.
Africa Festival 2009 6 Dec 2009
6th November, 2009 - Hyde Park, Sydney | NEWS
AFRICA FESTIVAL 2009 Sun 6 Dec 2009 Hyde Park Sydney 9am to 5pm
The continent of Africa consists of 53 countries with huge potential for investment, development and growth. It has abundant natural resources and ample human capital. Africa is ready for greater investment. To celebrate African Culture in Australia,the Africa Festival is to be held on the6 December 2009 at Hyde Park in Central Sydney (between Park, Elizabeth & College Streets) from 9.30am to 5.00pm.
The AABC’s 2009 International Trade and Investment Conference
6th September, 2009 - Sea World Gold Coast Australia | NEWS
The AABC’s 2009 International Trade and Investment Conference will be held over three days from the 6th to 8th of September at Sea World on Queensland’s Gold Coast. The Conference will convene immediately after the Perth, Africa Downunder Mining Conference. The major sponsors for this year’s conference are the Queensland Government,
and the South African High Commission Canberra
NIGERIA: Obasanjo appoints independent mediators to reconcile Shell and local Ogoni community
1st June, 2005 | NEWS
ABUJA - The Nigerian government has appointed independent mediators to end a dispute between transnational Royal Dutch/Shell and the local Ogoni community, which forced the oil giant to suspend some of its operations in the oil-rich Niger Delta 13 years ago.
INDIAN OCEAN: New body to promote responsible fishing
1st June, 2005 | NEWS
Declining fish stocks in the southwest Indian Ocean have prompted the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to set up a panel to promote the development of fishery resources in the region.
MAURITIUS: Small island economies seek special treatment
1st August, 2007 | NEWS
PORT LOUIS: Small island countries will remain economically marginalised unless urgent steps are taken to improve market access for their products, delegates attending a UN Conference in Mauritius heard .
SOUTH AFRICA: Land ownership remains racially skewed
1st June, 2007 | NEWS
JOHANNESBURG:Whites still control most of South Africa's arable land. Eleven years into democratic rule, South Africa's white minority population still controls most of the productive agricultural land, government officials acknowledged earlier this week
President Thabo Mbeki fires deputy Jacob Zuma
19th June, 2005 | NEWS
SOUTH AFRICA: Mbeki sends out a strong message on corruption, say analysts
President Thabo Mbeki wanted to send a strong signal on tackling corruption by firing his deputy, Jacob Zuma, on Tuesday, political analysts said.
Flim Compnay is looking for families from various African Communities
23rd June, 2005 | NEWS
Preschool Program currently filming.
The show, 'Raggs' is an upcoming 65 x half-hour television show for preschool audiences. It’s a show full of fun and music, featuring a group of five dogs who perform together in the 'Raggs Kids Club Band'. While Raggs and the other dogs are life sized suited characters, the television show is a fast paced combination of music and dancing, specially created animations, concert performances, kids talking about their world, an amazing wild life segment, and film clips of kids at play.
Succession issue key as three leaders bow out - Yearender
29th January, 2005 - Southern Africa | POLITICS
Three long-serving Southern African leaders bade farewell to high office in 2004 and handed power to their chosen successors after largely free and fair elections, a development welcomed by analysts in the region.
Guebuza to succeed Chissano as president
16th December, 2004 - Mozambique | POLITICS
Mozambique's ruling FRELIMO party has won the recently concluded parliamentary and presidential elections, bagging nine of the 10 provinces where results had been declared by Thursday, according to National Elections Commission spokesman Filipe Mandlate.
MOZAMBIQUE: First 100 days of President Armando Guebuza
1st June, 2005 | POLITICS
MAPUTO, 13 May 2005 (IRIN) - In his first 100 days as Mozambique's new president, Armando Guebuza has continued where he left off on the campaign trail - committing himself to action against corruption and bureaucratic inefficiency.
ZIMBABWE: ZANU-PF approves senate, more constitutional changes promised
1st June, 2007 | POLITICS
Zimbabwe's ruling ZANU-PF is pushing ahead with its plans for constitutional reform, and has approved the creation of a 65-member senate, which will serve as an upper house of parliament.
An address to the ASABC NSW by Kevin Rudd MP Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Security 26 May 2005. on: Australia and Southern Africa ~ A new approach to economic engagement.
19th June, 2005 | POLITICS
An address to the ASABC by Kevin Rudd MP Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Security on 26 May 2005.
For some time I have been arguing for a 25-year long China-Australia Strategy.
The logic is simple.
Without strong economic partners, our nation will struggle to secure its future.
Starting to save HIV-positive children
21st January, 2005 - Mozambique | HEALTH
Albertina, a 34-year-old mother of three children, has just learnt she is HIV positive. She appears to take it calmly and manages to remain focused on her youngest son, Pedro, who is waiting to see the doctor at the Paediatric Day Hospital in Maputo, the Mozambican capital.
Physical growth of black kids yet to catch up
29th January, 2005 - South Africa | HEALTH
Despite socioeconomic improvements over the past decade, the growth and development of black South African children continues to lag behind that of their white peers, a recent study has found.
BOTSWANA: Miss Stigma Free 2005 crowned
1st March, 2005 - Health | HEALTH
GABORONE, 28 Feb 2005 (IRIN) - An elated 22-year-old AIDS activist, Cynthia Leshomo, was crowned Miss Stigma Free 2005 at a glittering event on Saturday at Botswana's Gaborone International Convention Centre.
BOTSWANA: US $ 35 million boost for anti-AIDS efforts
1st June, 2005 | HEALTH
GABORONE, 9 Mar 2005 (IRIN) - Botswana's anti-AIDS efforts are to receive an injection of US $35 million from the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR).
ZAMBIA: Community group project funds HIV drugs
1st September, 2007 | HEALTH
LUSAKA:A group of HIV positive people in Solwezi, the administrative capital of Zambia's Northwestern province, is helping its members access antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) with the proceeds from its income-generating activities.
Southern Africa Home Stays ~ Host Australian visitors to Southern Africa and add to the family income? Click onto the Travel & Toursim link
28th February, 2007 - Travel & Tourism | TRAVEL & TOURISM
OZAFRICA TRAVEL is registering Southern African households interested in hosting Australian tourists in Southern Africa while supplementing the household income. Conditions apply: Applicants will be star rated according to accommodation features.
Please apply by filling out the application form and
FAX TO : 09612 93887488 Email to: lokesh@gtjl.com.au
Travellin to Southern Africa?
30th September, 2009 - Contact us for great deals on airfares accommodation and packages | TRAVEL & TOURISM
email: legole@iinet.net.au
ZIMBABWE: Taxi drivers roped-in to boost tourism
1st June, 2005 | TRAVEL & TOURISM
BULAWAYO - Zimbabwe's Tourism industry, once the country's second largest foreign currency earner, has declined sharply in the past few years as a result of the ongoing economic and political crises.
WANTED: Australian Agents for Southern African Companies
1st June, 2005 - Business Opportunities | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
INCREASE YOUR INCOME & ASSIST AFRICA DEVELOP
OZAFRICA has business opportunities that could help. Click onto the BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES link.
South African Trade Mission to Sydney during the Sydney Boat Show 2005 (July 28 - August 02).
19th June, 2005 | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Martha Mahlangu (Trade & Industry Officer, Department of Trade & Industry, South Africa) will be leading a The Mission will be representing South African Boatbuilders Business Council.
ASABC Business Club Aug 3 NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY
23rd June, 2005 | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Wednesday, August 3, 2005
Grant Thornton, Level 17, 383 Kent Street, Sydney
(between Town Hall and Wynyard stations)
time
5.45pm for 6.00pm.
The function concludes at 8.00pm.
guest speaker
Phil Kearns, Business Development Manager, Investec Australia
2005 Major Events
31st January, 2005 | EVENTS
WATCH THIS SECTION!!
Keep informed about events taking place in Australia and Southern Africa so you are in THE KNOW with whats happening!
Book: BITTER FRUIT by ACHMAT DANGOR
28th February, 2005 - Book Review by Bashi Singh | BOOK REVIEWS
The Bitter fruit is a fiction, that’s based on the struggle of families coping with the after math of Apartheid. The book is set in post Apartheid South Africa, Johannesburg. The novel travels back and forth in time as characters deal with the atrocities experienced during the Apartheid regime and coming to terms with the struggle being over
TRADE WITH AFRICA !! Don't Miss the Export Africa inc. Import Africa Trade Show 24 to 27 May 06 in Johannesburg
6th November, 2005 | CONFERENCES & CONVENTIONS
We are pleased to advise that 2006 marks the 2nd hosting of EXPORT AFRICA, incorporating IMPORT AFRICA TRADE SHOW at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, from 24 – 27 May 2006.
South Africa to host first African anti-poverty concert in Johannesburg on 2 July in concert with Live8
2nd July, 2005 | NEWS
South Africa will host the first in a series of free African anti poverty concerts on Saturday 2 July 2005 at Mary Fitzgerald Square, in Newtown, Johannesburg.
SUPPORT AFRICAN AWAKENING 2005 4 African Charity Events in Sydney during Sept
13th July, 2005 | NEWS
The success of the 2004 FREEDOM FESTIVAL at Sydney’s Hyde Park, has stimulated demand from the African Diaspora, trade and consumers in Australia for an annual African festival. In 2005 the festival is named AFRICAN AWAKENING 2005 consisting of FOUR Sydney events.
SUPPORT AFRICAN AWAKENING 2005 4 African Charity Events in Sydney during Sept
13th July, 2005 | NEWS
The success of the 2004 FREEDOM FESTIVAL at Sydney’s Hyde Park, has stimulated demand from the African Diaspora, trade and consumers in Australia for an annual African festival. In 2005 the festival is named AFRICAN AWAKENING 2005 consisting of FOUR Sydney events.
SUPPORT AFRICAN AWAKENING 05 A series of 4 AFRICAN CHARITY ENENTS in Sydney during Sept/Oct 2005
14th July, 2005 | NEWS
The success of the 2004 FREEDOM FESTIVAL at Sydney’s Hyde Park, has stimulated demand from the African Diaspora, trade and consumers in Australia for an annual African festival. In 2005 the festival is named AFRICAN AWAKENING ‘05 consisting of FOUR AFRICAN CHARITY EVENTS in Sydney during September & October 2005.
SUPPORT AFRICAN AWAKENING 05
14th July, 2005 | NEWS
AFRICAN AWAKENING is a series of 4 African Charity Events in Sydney during Sept & Oct 05.
The success of the 2004 FREEDOM FESTIVAL at Sydney’s Hyde Park, has stimulated demand from the African Diaspora, trade and consumers in Australia for an annual African festival. In 2005 the festival is named AFRICAN AWAKENING ‘05 consisting of FOUR AFRICAN CHARITY EVENTS in Sydney.
World Bank and IMF deal to cancil $42.5 billion in African debt
31st August, 2007 | NEWS
The World Bank (WB) and International Monetary Fund (IMF) have endorsed a deal to cancel $42.5 billion owed by 18 poor countries, but debt cancellation campaigners have criticised the list of beneficiaries as being "too small".
SOUTHERN AFRICA's Cross border trade plays role in filling food gap
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
As Southern Africa heads towards the traditional lean season between harvests, informal cross-border trade in maize, rice and beans has started levelling off in the past few months.
Africa's solar cooking, one solution to reduce global warming
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Every month, a few dozen people gather in Johannesburg's gritty inner city to learn how to make a solar-powered stove - a parabolic cooker that looks something like a home-made satellite dish yet can direct enough of the sun's energy to boil a pot of water in about 10 minutes.
SOUTH AFRICA: Formal sector creating 1,000 jobs a day, says study
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
South African workforce growing, but unemployment still high Contrary to fears of deepening unemployment, South Africa's formal sector is creating 30,000 jobs a month, according to a new study commissioned by the United Association of South Africa (UASA) labour union.
Presidant Mbeki of South Africa pushes ahead with anti-corruption campaign.
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
President Mbeki has slammed political opportunists in his ruling ANC party. Mr Mbeki has come out strongly against political opportunism in the African National Congress (ANC), saying ruling party members should remain vigilant against individuals seeking office for financial gain.
Africa's 2006 Revival ~ gearing up for a BRIGHT Future
2nd January, 2006 | NEWS
A continent whose potentials long confined by not only the reality, but also the perception, of poverty, conflict and disease, Africa has been held back in nearly every aspect of development as the rest of the world excel in areas of their respective strength
Africa ~ Taking back its Diamond Industry
2nd August, 2007 | NEWS
Half the world's diamonds are produced in Africa, with four Southern African countries - Botswana, South Africa, Angola and Namibia - contributing the bulk of the trade, but none of these countries has a thriving domestic diamond industry. After a century of exporting raw diamonds to be cut and polished abroad, Southern Africa is finally taking steps to add value to its gemstones and boost local revenues.
South Africa promoted via a float during the Commonwealth Games in Melbourne
5th March, 2006 | NEWS
South Africa, a Commonwealth country, will compete in a variety of sports at the 18th Commonwealth Games 2006 with 327 athletes and 60 support staff. The strong Sporting and Trade ties between South Africa and Australia will be taken a step further with a unique promotional float concept that will take South Africa to the people. During the Games, the South African High Commission extends its hand of friendship to Australians and International visitors to assist South Africa in its endeavours as it enters, what the President of South Africa T.M. Mbeki describes as the “AGE OF HOPE”, via a fully fitted promotional vehicle called South Africa: ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITY!
AFRICA FESTIVAL 06 10 September Darling Harbour
6th September, 2006 | NEWS
AFRICA FESTIVAL 2006
Sunday 10th September 2006 Darling Harbour 9.30am – 5.30pm
The continent of Africa consists of 53 countries. As a developing continent, the potential for growth is enormous. Africa has abundant mineral wealth and ample human resources and is ready for investment. Africa is ON THE MOVE!!
Monash University and Monash South Africa
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Monash University is a research-intensive international university. The university seeks to improve the human condition by advancing knowledge and fostering creativity. It does so through research and education and a commitment to social justice, human rights and a sustainable environment.
AFRICA FESTIVAL 2008 Sun34 Nov 08 Hyde Park Sydney 9am to 5pm
14th November, 2008 | NEWS
The fast developing continent of Africa consists of 53 countries with huge potential for investment, development and growth. It has abundant natural resources and ample human capital. Africa is ready for greater investment.
KENYA: Communities come together to protect water sources
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Car washer Githogori Maina remembers swimming in the "Indian Ocean" – the nickname of a once flowing part of the Nanyuki River in Kenya’s Laikipia district that now runs almost dry."Back then, you could see the water. We also used to fish here," he said, pointing to a shallow part of the river. "Now you have to walk several kilometres to catch a single fish."
CONGO: Grappling with malnutrition and post-conflict woes
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Sitting at a small clinic in the Talangai area, north the Republic of Congo’s capital Brazzaville, Elise Diamba holds the hands of her malnourished two-year old grandson.
"Gérard’s mother stopped breastfeeding him when he was seven months," the 61-year old grandmother says. "He hadn’t even started walking. Since then, his health has not been good."
KENYA: Inspiring young people in slums
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Kenya's general elections in December hold special promise for Willis "Booster" Mbatia, a resident of the sprawling Mathare slums, one of the largest informal settlements in Nairobi. Mbatia, 27, hopes to be one of the local councillors: "It is about time the youth, especially those in the slums, had one of their own in a position of leadership.
UGANDA: Juba talks paying off as IDPs return home
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
The year-long talks between the Ugandan government and the rebel Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA) may not have reached a conclusion, but the relative peace across northern Uganda during this period has encouraged hundreds of thousands of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to return home, officials said.
West Needs to Invest in Africa or Loose to Asia
6th September, 2007 | NEWS
Implications for Australian business in Africa’s growing relationship with Asia A major business luncheon briefing Guest speaker Dr Harry G. Broadman Economic Advisor for Africa, World Bank It is widely acknowledged that Australia owes its current economic boom in large part to the rapidly modernising industries of China and India and their massive
demand for natural resources.
SWAZILAND: Tradition as a force against HIV/AIDS
18th September, 2007 | NEWS
MBABANE, 14 September 2007 (IRIN) - Circumstance, rather than planning, has placed the battle against HIV/AIDS firmly in the hands of Swaziland's 355 chiefdoms.
Climate Change Opportunities in Africa ~ A CDM FOCUS
10th November, 2008 | BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
Climate change is one of the gravest problems facing the world today and drastic steps are needed to mitigate the impact of climate change. One mechanism identified under the Kyoto Protocol to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) to implement emission reductions is the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).
Africa Festival 2006 10 Sept 06 Darling Harbour
6th September, 2006 | EVENTS
Media Release
AFRICA FESTIVAL 2006
Sunday 10th September 2006 Darling Harbour 9.30am – 5.30pm
The continent of Africa consists of 53 countries. As a developing continent, the potential for growth is enormous. Africa has abundant mineral wealth and ample human resources and is ready for investment. Africa is ON THE MOVE!!
The Africa Festival 11 November 2007 at Hyde Park in Sydney from 9.30am to 5.00pm.
6th September, 2007 | EVENTS
The developing continent of Africa consists of 53 countries with huge potential for investment, development and growth. It has abundant natural resources and ample human capital. Africa is ready for greater investment.
Zanzibar 2006 ~ Leadership & Management Studies in Sub Saharan Africa
14th July, 2005 | CONFERENCES & CONVENTIONS
LMSSSA2006 will provide an opportunity to hear and present academic work that can build and inform good management practice in Sub-Sahara Africa. Emphasis will be upon indigenous African approaches, dissemination of best practice information, discussions of the values and pitfalls of emulation of Western practice.