Full Coverage: Central Africa
August 2006
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21.08.2006
The results of the Democratic Republic of Congo's first free elections in 40 years were announced Sunday night on television, sparking some violence across the nation's capital, Kinshasa, and portending a run-off election among the top two candidates.
more...From: OneWorld US Related topics/regions: [Congo (Democratic Republic of)] Image: Bemba (left) and Kabila. © Myriam Asmani / UN Mission in DRC
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18.08.2006
Analysts are saying that despite elections being declared free and fair by local and international observers, violence could erupt--and an east-west split is even possible--after the Congo's first election results in 40 years are announced this weekend.
more...From: United Nations' Integrated Regional Information Network Related topics/regions: [Congo (Democratic Republic of)] Image: Congolese children. © UniversalGiving
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09.08.2006
In the first week since election day, which was generally thought to be transparent and free from intimidation, international observers have witnessed the dumping of large numbers of ballot papers outside counting offices.
more...From: Christian Aid Related topics/regions: [Congo (Democratic Republic of)] Image: Electoral officials counting votes in Kinshasa. © Tiggy Ridley / United Nations' Integrated Regional Information Network
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08.08.2006
The world's second largest tropical rainforest, gradually diminishing due to unregulated and often illegal extractive activities, is in need of preservation. From villages to presidential offices, efforts are being made to ensure a hopeful future for the Congo River Basin.
more...From: WWF International Related topics/regions: [West Africa] [Congo (Democratic Republic of)] Image: Abundant wildlife populates the Congo River Basin. © WWF / WWF
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