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Pretty sad state of affairs if that is how short sighted and dare I say it "selfish" investors will be. What happens after 2030 ? Or is it a case of we will make a plan then ?
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Schneiter

High Return over Investment 1 Reply

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Justin Zondagh

New Green Network launched - www.greenfeet.co.za

Started by Justin Zondagh Nov 14.

Jamil Kusiima

What are Africa's biggest hinderances to clean energy access and use? 3 Replies

Started by Jamil Kusiima. Last reply by Benson Eshikuta Kusina Nov 7.

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Rajesh Kumar

Golden Triangle Tours in India

The sunbeams make its surface brighter. The moonlit creates a gleaming aura. Diversity creates joyful ambiance. Culture & tradition enthralls us. And the time bends to the glory it beholds. History summons us. I am talking about a popular north Indian travel circuit – golden triangle. This fascinating travel circuit plays a major role in the boom of Indian tourism appealing travellers from all over the world for golden trianglContinue

Posted by Rajesh Kumar on November 17, 2009 at 9:21am

Lauri Elliott

African Infrastructure Research - Free Resource

Originally posted at www.afribiz.info.

The results of the African Country Infrastructure Diagnostic (ACID) study was released by the World Bank today. It provides detailed data and analysis of the ICT, Power, Transport, Air Transport, Ports, Railways, Roads, Irrigation, Water Resources, Water Supply and Sanitation infrastructure sectors in 30 African countries. This research serves as a baseline for future infrastructure development in Afric… Continue

Posted by Lauri Elliott on November 16, 2009 at 12:00am

Lauri Elliott

African Infrastructure Research - Free Resource

Originally posted at www.afribiz.info.

The results of the African Country Infrastructure Diagnostic (ACID) study was released by the World Bank today. It provides detailed data and analysis of the ICT, Power, Transport, Air Transport, Ports, Railways, Roads, Irrigation, Water Resources, Water Supply and Sanitation infrastructure sectors in 30 African countries. This research serves as a baseline for future infrastructure development in Afric… Continue

Posted by Lauri Elliott on November 16, 2009 at 12:00am — 1 Comment

chidi emmanuel ekeh

Curvy, bootylicious mannequins provoke protest

Curvy, bootylicious mannequins provoke protest



Published Date: October 02, 2009
By Chidi Emmanuel, Staff writer



Male passersby couldn't stop casting lustful glances at the provocative mannequin at one shop in a big mall in Kuwait. A mannequin is a life-size full or partial representation of the human body, used for the fitting or displaying of clothes. Whereas some see them as tailors' dummies, others say that some of them at least are very seductive.

A particularly attractive mannequin w… Continue

Posted by chidi emmanuel ekeh on November 14, 2009 at 12:56am

Rajesh Kumar

Top Five Popular Destinations for India Luxury Tours

India is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the world. Every year a large flock of tourists visit this country in quite good number. There are several fascinating tourist places in the state offering opportunity to explore awesome tourism. It is perhaps the destinations of all kinds of tourists like nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts, wildlife lovers, beach lovers, cultural tourists, history buffs, honeymooners, family vacationers and regular tourists. When it comes to luxury vaca… Continue

Posted by Rajesh Kumar on November 12, 2009 at 9:25am

Jay Vihol

OUR JOB IS TO SALVAGE MOTHER NATURE

Saving environment has become one of the serious concerns these days. When was the last time you took a moment to appreciate nature? Unfortunately if we continue on ignoring this issue, there won’t be much time to experience our wonderful Earth-given gift. The only way to reverse this process is to be aware of the different ways to act, and participate in them.

IF YOUR EYES HAVE BEEN OPENED AND YOU DECIDE TO GET INVOLVED FOR THE SAKE OF OUR FUTURE GENERATIONS. So if you share this… Continue

Posted by Jay Vihol on November 8, 2009 at 6:00am

Bas Vlugt

A Clean Energy Business Plan Competition


A business plan competition for entrepreneurs that deliver access to clean energy in Africa.

Clean energy comprises: wind, solar, biogas, hydro, liquefied petroleum gas, biomass and energy efficiency. Non-renewable energies are not excluded but the approaches to en… Continue

Posted by Bas Vlugt on November 3, 2009 at 2:30pm — 4 Comments

Rajesh Kumar

Kerala Tours in India

Looking for a destination where you can enjoy your vacation in a delightful way? Visit to Kerala in India and you will find the places of your choice to spend your holidays in a memorable way. Kerala is one of the beautiful and picturesque states of India ideal for tour and travels. It is gifted with immense natural beauty, pristine palm fringed beaches, breathtaking backwaters, exotic wildlife parks and sanctuaries, lovely lakes, rich culture, terrific temples, historical monuments, etc. These… Continue

Posted by Rajesh Kumar on November 3, 2009 at 9:24am

Rajesh Kumar

Rajasthan Tour and Travels in Incredible India

Rajasthan is globally famous tourism destination of India. It is the beautiful state of India which has lots of attractive places of tourist’s interest. Endowed with rich culture, customs and royal charm this beautiful state of India is visited by tourists all the year round. Rajasthan the royal state is decorated with invincible forts, elegant palaces, terrific temples, blossoming gardens, picturesque lakes and many other charming attractions. Visit to any places of this royal state and it is s… Continue

Posted by Rajesh Kumar on October 30, 2009 at 8:38am

Guido Glania

Solar in the Developing World:

Here a news article about of workshop "Solar in the Developing World" which we organized in the framework of SPI in Anaheim. http://tinyurl.com/yzgpao6

Posted by Guido Glania on October 29, 2009 at 11:07am

Africa Energy News

Ghana: Wapco Explains "Problems"

Mr. Jack Derickson, Managing Director of West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) has disclosed that the gas pipeline from Nigeria to Ghana has been completed but there are few difficulties.

Nigeria: Hope Rises for Oil Discovery in Benue Trough

Hope is rising on the possibility of discovering oil and gas in the Benue Trough as experts researching into it say the prospects are high.

Ghana: Govt Lauded Over Oil Framework

The government has been given thumbs up for its plan to formulate a framework that will guide the oil industry in accordance with the demands of Extractive Industry Transparency Initiatives (EITI) principles.

Africa: Opacity Blamed for Bad Oil Deals in Africa

Campaigners from fifty countries from around the world meeting in Montreal, Canada to strategise on pushing further the frontiers of transparency in oil, gas, and mining industries, have blamed opacity in oil and mineral licensing for the bad deals natural resource-dependent countries are often saddled with.

Kenya: Africa's Biggest Wind Farm Project Runs Into Stormy Weather

Long term lenders behind the massive Lake Turkana Wind Power Project - Kenya's largest green-field wind power scheme - are now asking for a government guarantee to cover the risks in the private-sector funded project.

South Africa: Country Could Have First Nuclear Plant By 2020

South Africa could have its first nuclear power plant by the year 2020 if Cabinet approves a proposal expected to be put forward by the Ministry of Energy.

Uganda: Why Oil Revenues Will Harm Us

On October 16, 2009, Oxford's Prof. Paul Collier gave a talk at Serena Hotel in Kampala on the prospects of an oil windfall in Uganda. Unlike in most of his work, this time Collier did not focus on how the international community (read the West) can help Uganda use its oil revenues well; his entire speech, though sounding like a primary school headmaster advising his pupils, was about what we Ugandans should and should not do with our oil revenues. It was vintage Collier - frank, intelligent and insightful see story here.

Uganda: The Politics of Hydro-Power Stations

It should be a blessing for a country to have natural energy resources such as petroleum, gas, coal, water with fast running rivers and falls.

Nigeria: Petroleum Bill Critical to Banking Reform - Sanusi

Central Bank Governor, Malam Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has urged the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation to continue with the reforms in the petroleum sector irrespective of the prevailing challenges, saying they were critical to the banking sector in Nigeria.

Africa Business News

Windows 7 in 10 African languages

Microsoft plans to make its newly-released Windows 7 operating system available in 10 African languages - including five of South Africa's official languages - by the end of 2011. An official of Microsoft South Africa Vis Naidoo said computer technology in local languages opens up more opportunities. “UNESCO-funded research in 2006 showed…

Algeria: Airlines order $891m planes

Two Algerian airlines have ordered 11 planes worth $891 million from U.S. plane maker Boeing at the Dubai Airshow this week, Algeria's news agency, APS, said. Air Algerie has placed an order for seven 737-800 aircrafts, while Tassili Airlines has signed a deal for four single-aisle planes, Boeing said in a statement released by APS. List price…

Nigeria: Shell raises road safety awareness

Flashes of real and artistic photographs will be used to show the importance of road safety consciousness among motorists. Drivers' Dexterity, an exhibition that is supported by Shell Development Corporation, is meant to reinforce the message of safety for road users. The exhibition will depict hazards of road travel in Nigeria; it will feature…

Nigeria: OBJ laments poor road maintenance

Poor road maintenance has been identified as one factor that slows down commerce and development of small and medium scale businesses in Nigeria. Nigeria's former President Olusegun Obasanjo said the poor state of a chunk of the federal roads in Nigeria must be addressed as a matter of urgency. “What exactly is the problem with our roads?…

SA: Gautrain may run for 2010

South Africa's most ambitious rail project, the R25.4-billion (¤2.3-billion) Gautrain rapid-rail link, may be able to offer services in time for the 2010 Fifa World Cup, according to the company responsible for the project. Earlier, the Bombela Concession Company said they are willing to accelerate the project by three weeks at a cost of R1.3-billion…
 
 

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