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pg03 Continued to page 03 Burundi Beckons Investors US President
Barack Obama and Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of Djibouti United
States is "deeply interested" in working with Djibouti Miss Ghana
USA 2014 Finalist Whitney Osei Consulting Expertise... Fostering
Excellence! U .S. has fastened a ten-year lease for a crucial
military base in Djibouti that it trusts on to launch
"counter-terrorism" missions, counting drone strikes, in Yemen and
the Horn of Africa. US President Barack U.S. and Djibouti signed a
new 10-year lease on a U.S. military base in Djibouti. US to pay
$63m annually for a ten-year lease, with an option to extend the
arrangement for another 10 years a long-term lease. Both presidents
pledged to continue working together to upsurge economic
development and combat terrorism in the Horn of Africa, plus their
pledge to keep al-Qaida and the Somali- based Islamist terrorist
group al-Shabab from gaining ground. The tiny East African country
of Djibouti is considered to the United A Mutual Commitment to
Counter Piracy Obama and his Djibouti counterpart Ismail Omar
Guelleh publicized the renewed long term lease on Camp Lemonnier as
they encountered at the White House on May 5. Camp Lemonnier is
extraordinarily important to our work throughout the Horn of Africa
but also throughout the region. We very much appreciate the
hospitality that Djiboutians provide, Obama said. Obama named the
base a critical facility and extraordinarily significant to the
U.S. role in the Horn of Africa. He said he is thankful to Guelleh
for agreeing to pg 02 Ongoing fleet renewal and expansion at Kenya
Airways
2. Wassupafrica02 East 3 Route meets business community in
Seychelles Ongoing fleet renewal and expansion at Kenya Airways The
now visible East3Route organization within the Southern African
Community comprised of KwaZulu Natal of South Africa, Swaziland,
Mozambique, and the Seychelles met the business community in
Seychelles last week on the sidelines of the 2014 Carnaval
International de Victoria in Seychelles. The catch phrase for that
day's seminar was "One Seminar Four Countries - a Wealth of
Opportunities" as the four countries came together to open doors
for the business community of the region. It was Alain St.Ange, the
Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture, who had
the pleasure to welcome everyone to Seychelles for this meeting
that also showed the way in the spirit of cooperation. Minister
St.Ange retraced the path taken for the Seychelles to be admitted
by South Africa KwaZulu Natal, Swaziland, and Mozambique into the
East3Route organization. Minister Alain St.Angecongratulated the
solidarity Kenya Airways (KQ) received their second B777-300ER
aircraft, joining the sister ship which a few months ago was put
into service to Guangzhou, China, after being named Masai Mara by
President Uhuru Kenyatta in a colorful ceremony at Jomo Kenyatta
International Airport at the time. Both aircraft are configured in
a two class cabin layout with overall 400 seats in both Premier
Class and Economy class. Unlike other new aircraft joining the
fleet of Kenya Airways, this particular B777 has been leased from
GECAS on a long term basis and will be deployed on flights to the
Far East from June onwards. Kenya Airways is also still due to
receive a further 5 Boeing B787- 8 Dreamliners this year amid
reports that new VAT regulations threaten to rip the financial
heart out of the national airline with an estimated tax bill of
over 14 billion Kenya Shillings for the new acquisitions. Delegates
at the ongoing 3rd AFRAA Convention for Aviation Suppliers and
Stakeholders in Nairobi have broadly condemned Kenyas taxation on
the national airline as it plays into the hands of competitors in
Africa but in particular competitors from the Gulf region, where
taxes on their national airlines are unheard of. Said one Kenyan
delegate at the AFRAA conference on condition of anonymity: If
these taxes are not reversed it will mean that KQ has to recover
the added expenses through higher ticket cost. The Kenya government
is a shareholder intheairlinewithabout30percent. They have two
board members on behind the East3Route concept initiated by former
President Nelson Mandela of South Africa, H.E. the King of
Swaziland, and President Chisomo of Mozambique and said that it was
the duty of each of the four countries to now continue to build on
the foundation initially set by the three heads of states. Sherin
Naiken, the CEO of the Seychelles Tourism Board, addressed the
gathered business community from the four partner countries saying
that the trade opportunities were endless. A DVD showcasing trading
opportunities in Seychelles, South Africa KwaZulu Natal, Swaziland,
and Mozambique were presented by the Investment Bureau of each of
the four partner countries. Mr. Sadha Naidoo, the Board Chairman of
the Tourism KwaZulu-Natal of South Africa, was next to take to the
podium highlighting again on trade possibilities that was being
showcased. Mr. Naidoo spoke about the work being done to link
Durban, Mozambique, and Seychelles by regular cruise ship calls and
also by cargo ships. Mr. Naidoo announced that plans were underway
for KwaZulu Natal of South Africa and Seychelles to also stage a
Durban to Seychelles Yacht Race. The business community meeting
between the four partner countries then took an interactive
approach with an open dialogue between representatives of the four
partner countries. The meeting was considered to have been a real
success. Eturbo News the Kenya Airways board. They have all
approved the growth plan of the airline under Plan Mawingo. There
is something seriously wrong with those people in the same
government when they then add such taxes on the airline, taxes
competitors do not have to pay. Selling Kenya is already hard. If
the fares rise, it could mean that less passengers than projected
will travel with KQ and if that is the case the entire growth
scenario, all the upbeat forecasts, will deflate. AFRAA has been at
the forefront of fighting for member airlines to have African
governments stop using airlines as cash cows. In fact, airlines are
performing a vital service to connect Africa within because our
road and rail network is either poor or simply not there where it
is needed. It is time our members of parliament give up their
lavish lifestyles which has turned them into parasites and focus on
serving the nation again. Weve got enough issues to sort out and
not need a whole extra lot of problems those fellows created for
the country. Like with tourism in general, they did not listen and
now our good fortunes are gone over high taxes and lack of funding
for promotion. Do The Seychelles Arts Festival returned for its
second edition with twenty four sculptures and artists combined
with twenty four photographers lined up in the grounds of the
National Cultural Centre in Victoria for the second edition of Arts
Fair held May 2-3, 2014. The Arts Fair which is officially cemented
in the National Arts Council calendar of events, showcased a
dynamic and inter disciplinary pool of different forms of arts and
new opportunities of discovering new artistic talents and creative
expressions. The highlight was a new brand, Mavrik, a local
appellation created by Seychellois artist Cindy Socrate, together
with her counterparts. Anne Roselness surfaced with a fascinating
creation of glass painting. National Arts Council said this edition
was an ideal platform for artists to indulge in daily work of the
Council. Jimmy Savy, Chief Executive Officer of National Arts
Council said work of the council should remain visible to the
general public". This edition of Arts Fair was offset with pouring
rain, discouraging mass visitors. However it did not discourage
artistes, sculptures, photographers, poets and musicians to come
down in numbers embracing the unpredicted weather and sell their
art works. Despite much enthusiasm among the National Arts Council
team, second edition of Arts Fair felt short of becoming a
thrilling success. This event was also the opportunity for Minister
Alain St.Ange, the Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture to
meet the Chairperson of the different Creative Arts Associations
and to discuss the opening of the Arts Gallery in the National
Cultural Centre. Minister St.Ange has agreed to meet the artists in
the coming month to set the dye for the Official Opening of the
Arts Gallery which will also house the National Collection of
paintings presently being kept in storage. The Minister toured all
the exhibits accompanied by Mr. Jimmy Savy, the CEO of the National
Arts Council and the Chairpersons of the different Creative Arts
Associations. Eturbo News Seychelles second edition Arts Fair
celebrates creative expressions they want to destroy our aviation
industry, too? What sort of country do they think we will have if
this continues? Another delegate pointed to the almost inevitable
comparison with major African rival Ethiopian Airlines saying: The
Ethiopians must be laughing their heads off over such reports. If
this VAT bill sticks as it now is our government and parliament
have become unwitting supporters of ET over KQ, but really, I dont
think they even have the capacity to understand what they were
doing, understand the consequences and medium and long term damage
this does to aviation in Kenya. According to media releases seen
did the Chairman of Kenya Airways say that this was the second of
overall 10 new aircraft KQ expects to receive this year, after
taking delivery a few weeks ago of their first B787-8, but
considering the inevitable added tax burden, it will no doubt be a
mixed feeling for the airline, proud on one side of the
accomplishments and a lot poorer in cash on the other side unless
parliament at last sees their folly and corrects it. By Prof. Dr.
Wolfgang H. Thome, ETN Africa Correspondent MONDAY | MAY 12,
2014
3. T he economy of Burundi is predominately agricultural with
90% of the labor force dependent on subsistence agriculture. The
main cash crop is coffee which accounts for 80% of the foreign
exchange earnings. Coffee processing is the largest state owned
enterprise in terms of income. Burundi is the largest banana market
in Africa. There is potential wealth in petroleum, nickel, copper,
gold and other natural resources. INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES Burundi
offers a promising venue for investment. The government is
currently registering demands of investors willing to develop
hotels and other attractions. Burundi is undergoing economic
transformation following the end of protracted wars, and is a
member of the East African Community. The government is working
towards public sector reforms and creating an attractive
environment for private investments. Potential wealth in petroleum,
nickel, copper, and other natural resources is being explored.
Burundi is a good place to do business. This can be demonstrated
from the improvements in the real GDP growth of the country. Energy
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Democratic Republic of Congo, and Tanzania. The topography of
Burundi is dominated by hills and mountains, with a steep plateau
and a plain. Burundi climate is mainly equatorial in nature. The
climatic conditions of the country determine the expansion of a
diverse range of Burundis flora and fauna. Burundis rivers form
important features of the geography of Burundi. The chief natural
resources of the country include uranium, gold, tungsten etc. THE
POWER OF CULTURE The history and culture of Burundi are
intermingled together. It includes the culture of the Hutu people
who were mostly interested in agriculture. The Hutus come to this
country in the 11th century followed by the Tutsis in the 14th
century. Burundi Culture thus gets enriched by the contribution of
all these ethnic groups. The beehive style huts show that the rural
life is quite structured. The instruments, weapons and various
other things that are kept in the museum offer a detailed
understanding of the Burundi Culture. Most of the best- studied
Burundian culture was tied to the royal court and centered on music
and dance that extolled the virtues of kingship. The second-
largest town in Burundi, Gitega, has a national museum that is
small but very educational. SWITZERLAND IN AFRICA Burundi is one of
the considerable African countries that provide excellent holiday
opportunities for all kind of travelers. The geographical position
of Burundi in theheartofAfricaanditswonderful landscapes are making
the country a real paradise which is sometimes called The
SWITZERLAND IN AFRICA. Every year thousands of visitors visit this
African country as it has a distinctive mysticism in it. Eating as
well as accommodations options are pretty good and well scattered
in Burundi. The breathtaking landscapes, Savannah forests and the
various tourist attractions make Burundi a preferred destination of
the travelers. The soft and temperature climate in Burundi as well
as the variety of its geographical structure are making the country
the best place for holidays and relaxation. stars stand for the
National motto of Burundi which is Unity, Work, and Progress. The
color of White epitomizes peace when Green investments.
Opportunities exist in the education sector wherein there is need
of primary and secondary schools. Tea and Coffee are the main
drivers of the growth and has the potential to provide good
business incentive to the investors. NATIONAL FLAG The Burundi Flag
is crafted with a white X sized cross that separates the flag into
four segments. Both of the left side and right side of the Burundi
National flag are green while the upper part and bottom portion are
tinged with red color. In the central part of the National Flag
BurundiBeckons Investors Some of the famous Burundi tourist
attractions are mentioned below: Chutes de la Kagera Kibabi Hot
Springs Lake Tanganyika Rusizi National Park Ruvubu National Park
Makamba Nature Reserve Karera Falls Rusizi National Park Bururi
Natural Reserve Saga Beach Rwihinda Lake Natural Reserve
ofBurundiawhitecircledwellsona white cross. In this circle that
three red stars of six-tip are depicted which are surrounded by
green borders. These stars are positioned in a triangular
arrangement. These stands for optimism. NATIONAL COAT OF ARMS The
Coat of Arms of Burundi, adopted in 1966, consists of a shield
surrounded by three spears. On the shield is the motto of the
nation, as well as the head of a lion. Behind the shield there are
three crossed traditional African spears. Under the shield the
national motto of Burundi appears Unit, Travail, Progrs (Unity,
Work, Progress). NATURAL FEATURES A completely landlocked country,
Burundi is bordered by the MONDAY | MAY 12, 2014
4. TRAVEL&tourism 07 T anzania is an African country with
many tourist attractions. Because of its natural exquisiteness, it
is flattering as one of the most popular tourist spots in the
world. In addition to the wild life sanctuaries in the north, there
are many more sights Tanzania has to proffer to the tourists. More
than 44 per cent of Tanzanias land area is sheltered with game
reserves and national parks. There are 16 national parks, 29 game
reserves, 40 controlled conservation areas and marine parks.
Visiting Tanzania for Wildlife and Nature safaris assures you of a
once in a lifetime experience, unlike no matter what you have came
across before, due to its rich Biodiversity. It will get you a feel
of a genuine and active adventure filled with fun, like Climbing
Mount Kilimanjaro. You can also get the option of an Indian Ocean
Beach Vacation in the Island of Zanzibar and Pemba (the Spice
Island), Mafia Island or the Coastal shores of Mainland. Over the
past 20 years, Tanzania has emerged to be one of Africas most
lively and admired travel destinations. With twelve National Parks,
seven game reserves, forest reserves and the famous Ngorongoro
Conservation Area, Tanzania offers more diversity in protected
habitat than any other country in Africa. With lions, elephants,
giraffes and dramatically beautiful landscape, endless white sand
beaches overlooking the stunning Indian Ocean, and the most
fascinating blend of cultures from Maasai warriors to Arab traders,
Tanzania is one of the most exciting destinations in the world.
Tanzania is a country with countless attractions and several
important tourist destinations. Explore the Serengeti National
Park, famed for its annual migration when more than six million
wild beasts, Zebra and Gazelles march in one direction as one group
in search of fresh grazing. You can discover unique opportunity of
undertaking a specialized Chimpanzee Trekking Safari. Among one of
the most fascinating islands in Tanzania, is the 'Spice Island' of
Zanzibar. Located on the eastern coast of Tanzania, this island
also has several historical ruins and palaces and is a vital
heritage site. The Tallest Mountain in Africa: Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is the crown of Tanzania. Rising abruptly from
the open plains, capped by snow and frequently fringed by clouds,
it is one of Africas classic images. At a breathtaking 19,344 feet,
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest
walkable summit in the world. The diameter of its base is an
incredible 40 miles. Kilimanjaro can be climbed at any time of the
year but the most suitable times are considered to be from August
to October and January to March. Kilimanjaro Serengeti Zanzibar
& The Land of mONDAY | MAY 12, 2014
5. TRYSOMETHINGNEW 09 Makes a wonderful vegetarian meal.
Exotically spiced, offset with dried apricots, different and
delicious. Ingredients: 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 garlic
cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 2 tablespoons red
wine or 2 tablespoons cooking sherry 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon
cinnamon 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes,
to taste 1 cup water (or chickpea cooking liquid) 1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces (1
1/2 pounds) 1/4 cup diced dried apricot 2 cups cooked chickpeas
Smart Outsourcing Expo Smart Outsourcing Expo is a 3 day event
being held from 15th May to the 17th May 2014 at the Hotel Lalit
Ashok in Bangalore, India. This event showcases products like E
Governance, R & D and Clinical research, financial services,
marketing, engineering service, LPO and KPO etc. in the Industrial
Products industry. When: 15-17 May 2014 Where: Hotel Lalit Ashok,
Bangalore, India India Manufacturing Summit India Manufacturing
Summit 2014 will serve the requirements of the Manufacturing
industry and represent the voice of the professionals associated
with it. This one day show will provide an ideal platform to all
the professionals and decision makers to come under the same roof
and learn and discuss about the latest invention and issues in the
Indian Manufacturing Industry. When: 16 May 2014 Where: TBA,
Mumbai, India Utsav Exhibtion Utsav Exhibtion is an international
exhibition for the household consumables & home supplies
industry. The event will bring together wholesale and retail
sellers, producers, distributors, and consumers of the exhibited
goods. This is one of the biggest trade show in India which is
being organized by Splendour Events Incorporation. When: 16-25 May
2014 Where: College of Agriculture Ground, Pune, India India
International Education & It Expo India International Education
& It Expo is a 2 day event being held from 17th May to the 18th
May 2014 at the Hotel Gulmor in Ludhiana, India. This event
showcases products like educational services and products to be
exhibited by education, employment immigration consultants and
Service Providers etc. in the Education & Training industry.
When: 17-18 May 2014 Where: Hotel Gulmor, Ludhiana, India Kerala
Agri Food Pro Kerala Agri Food Pro is a 4 day event being held from
18th May to the 21st May 2014 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in
Kochi, India. This event showcases products like various products
and services related to the food processing, agriculture to be
exhibited by food processors, traders, farmers, development
organizations and other interested parties etc. in the Agriculture
& Forestry industry. When: 18-21 May 2014 Where: Jawaharlal
Nehru Stadium, Kochi, India Roof India With the thematic focus on
the roof construction system, Roof India will hold a display of an
extensive range of products and services. It will stand out as a
connective ground for the world class exhibitors and high end
users. The exhibitors will showcase roofing systems, achitectural
cladding, facade engineering, roof waterproofing, pre-engineered
buildings, spaceframes and more. When: 16-18 May 2014 Where:
Chennai Trade & Convention Centre, Chennai, India upcoming If a
man is unable to wipe out his own tendency to anger, how can he
criticize anyone for the lack of ability in controlling themselves?
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK Moroccan Chickpeas and Sweet Potatoes African
Cuisine 1.What's the time? Quelle heure est-il? 2. Help me, please!
Aidez-moi, s'il vous plat! 3.I'm sick. Je suis malade 4.Can I use
your phone? Puis-je utiliser votre tlphone? 5.Do you accept credit
cards? Acceptez-vous les cartes de credit? Handy French Kenya
shares Lake Victoria, the world's second largest fresh water lake,
with Tanzania and Uganda. It is the only independent state in the
world that lies entirely above 4,593 feet in elevation. Lesotho has
the highest lowest point (4593 ft) in the world. Villages of
Lesotho can only be reached by riding horses, trekking or by flying
light aircrafts. Over 80% of the country is 1,800 metres above sea
level. Lesotho underwent seven years of military rule after which
its constitutional government was restored. Lesotho is made up of
30,355 sq km of land, and has no major water body. Citizens aged 15
and above can read and write. Lesotho exports wool, mohair,
clothing, and footwear with one of Levi's jeans manufacturing
facilities located right there. In January 1998, Lesotho acquired
various royalties by selling water to South Africa on completion of
a major hydropower. Lesotho is proud to be producing around 90% of
its own electrical power needs. The official currency is HIDDEN
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LESOTHO 1/4 cup raisins 2 tablespoons lemon
juice 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted in a dry skillet Directions:
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the onion, garlic, ginger, and
wine or sherry. 2. Cover and sweat over low heat for 5 minutes. 3.
Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and red pepper flakes and cook,
uncovered, 1 minute longer. 4. Add the water or chickpea cooking
liquid, salt, sweet potatoes, and apricots. 5. Bring to a boil,
cover, and simmer until the sweet potatoes are just tender, about
15 minutes. 6. Add the chickpeas, raisins, and lemon juice. 7.
Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until the
chickpeas are hot. 8. Add the sliced almonds. Prevents Cancer
Relieves Arthritis Controls Diabetes Reduces Cholesterol Level
Immunity Booster Heals Wound Why to add Turmeric to your meal???
picture of the week The veteran film lyricist, director, screen
writer, producer and poet, Shri Gulzar with the Dadasaheb Phalke
Award 2013, presented by the President, Shri Pranab Mukherjee, at
the 61st National Film Awards function, in New Delhi Find the path
the Loti which can be interchangeably used with the South African
Rand. In 1967, an enthralling 601-carat diamond (Lesotho Brown) was
discovered by a Basuto woman in the mountains amongst others.
mONDAY | MAY 12, 2014
6. ENCOUNTER WITH EDITOR12 How the Jasmine Revolution brought a
new breeze of life for Tunisians and how it is still proving as a
great milestone in economic enhancement of the country? The Jasmine
Revolution is the international name of what we call in Tunisia the
Revolution for Freedom and Dignity which opened a new page in the
history of our country. In addition, the Revolution broke out
against poverty and social marginalization of a large section of
society. In other words, its economic roots are as obvious as its
political motivations. Today, it is our priority to win back
investors confidence in our national economy, offering an
atmosphere of transparency and good governance to anyone wishing to
invest. This will help us to profile the great economic potential
of our country and to return to growth, which will be established
this time on a solid foundation. It has taken almost two years for
the political parties in Tunisia to draft the country's new
constitution. How it has opened the way to a new democratic era
three years after the uprising that set off the Arab Spring? The
Tunisian Revolution demanded an overhaul of the social and
political contract that organizes the life of the nation. This has
resulted in the election of a National Constituent Assembly in
October 2011, which immediately embarked on the difficult task of
giving the country a new constitution able to reflect its
aspirations for democracy. In its content, this new constitution is
comparable to those of many democratic nations in the world.
Besides guaranteeing fundamental freedoms and much more, it
reflects a highly developed concern over the rights of future
generations to a healthy natural environment, for example, and good
governance of the country's natural resources. no choice than to
succeed. Nations Its no surprise to see investors taking their
money to Tunisia in a bid to reap the rewards. What exactly makes
the nation appealing for investors? We are happy to see more
investors trusting Tunisia and participating to the success of our
democratic transition. This trust we owe it first to the Tunisian
peoples resilience and aspiration to live in a corruption-free
environment with better rights and freedom. Companies will thrive
in the kind of business environment that Tunisia is offering,
because every citizen became a watchdog and curbing corruption has
become a priority for our government. What action plan does your
government is undertaking to increase the economic contribution of
the community? My government has taken all the indispensable steps
to improving the business environment through attractive fiscal
measures, anti-corruption policies and a streamline of
administrative process which will decrease the red tape. By the end
of the year we are hoping to divide by two the time needed to open
a business which will ultimately provide a flourishing and
stimulating business environment where companies will find every
service they need. Historically, Tunisia has maintained commercial
relation principally with Europe and that dependency has not been
to the advantage of our country. As prime responsible for foreign
relation policies I have led effort to diversify our relation with
other countries and more specifically with Africa, India and South
America. How the government is tackling the job crisis being faced
by the Graduate unemployed youth? The job crisis faced by graduate
unemployed is principally explained by a disconnection between
academia and the business world and the lack of business
opportunities. Our government is currently looking into strategies
to develop vocational training and connect businesses with
universities in order to have a better match and understanding of
the kind of skills needed on the market. We aim to encourage young
promoters, and innovative start-ups, by facilitating funding for
micro projects. We know that helping to unleash the creative
potential of the youth and invest in transforming those ideas into
project will create jobs. The Tunisian youth has an extraordinary
capacity to dare and in economy, daring is actually what we need.
Tunisia has been showing greater interest in the ITEC Programmes of
Government of India. How do you think these programmes will support
and transform the phase of development in the country? Since 2011,
a number of Tunisians had the unique opportunity to take ITEC
trainings in India and we already witnessing the added-value of
these new skills brought back to our country. We would like to
increase the number of trainees and strengthen our bilateral
relation because we believe that India is the best model that can
share with us how to turn around Tunisias economy, how to boost the
high tech sector and how to sustain our newly born democracy.
Tunisia has successfully accomplished to approve a new, progressive
constitution. The President feels proud of its progressive
constitution which is the first in the Arab and Muslim World to
guarantee freedom of conscience. In an exclusive interview to Indo
Africa Times, the President of the Republic of Tunisia H.E Mr.
Moncef Marzouki highlighted the action plan of the government in
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