Word: africans
(lookup in dictionary)
(lookup stats)
Dates: all
Sort By: most recent first
(reverse)
...surprising to me that he was the first African American selected,” said Michael C. York, New Hampshire State Librarian and member of the Board of Judges. York said that he was not aware of this until the fact was emphasized in the weeks leading up to the ceremony, particularly in light of controversy surrounding Gates’ arrest this summer...
Gates said he was moved to receive recognition for his contribution to the African American and New England communities, and did not see a connection between the award and the events of the summer...
...This is a blatant violation of the Guinean constitution and a violation of African legality." - African Union peace and security commissioner Ramtane Lamamra, following Camara's rise to power (BBC.com...
Guinean leader Moussa Dadis Camara was little-known even in his own country before seizing control of the troubled West African nation in December following the death of its longtime dictator. The former junior military officer has vaulted to world prominence since the brutal massacre of his opponents by security forces on Sept. 28. Authorities shot, stabbed and beat protesters who were assembled at a stadium in the capital of Conakry, killing 157 people and injuring more than 1,000. Witnesses said scores of women were sexually assaulted and raped by soldiers. Camara, 45, has not accepted responsibility...
...Insists it is his right as a citizen to run for President in elections scheduled for Jan. 31, despite his previous assurances that the government would return to civilian control. Has reportedly told foreign diplomats he intends to be a candidate, which would contradict his earlier pledge. The African Union has threatened sanctions if he runs...