Sarah Rahal The Detroit News Published 10:35 PM EDT Apr 11, 2019 Warren — Riobert Amani and his wife, Asende Msoshi, knew they had a decision to make when war broke out in Congo in 1996: stay and risk being swept up by warring forces or escape their beloved homeland. Frightened, unprepared and exiled by the government for not joining the rebels and regime, they fled from their village of Baraka to Tanzania in search of safety. Among 300,000 others, they lived in a refugee camp for 20 years, initially enduring unfamiliar routines and stuck in limbo. There, they had six children, but life still seemed torn, unstable. "The fight was everywhere," Amani, 50, said of his homeland. "...The regime would raid and forcefully demand things and take whatever they want. They were raping kids, girls. Everywhere was a disaster." They arrived in the United States as refugees last July, a move that has helped repair their … [Read more...] about Michigan becomes haven for Congo refugees
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Six months on, Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo now second largest in history
Since the latest Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was declared six months ago on 1st August 2018, more than 740 people – 30 per cent of whom are children – have been infected with the disease, including over 460 who have died, and 258 that have survived Ebola. Alongside the Government and partners, UNICEF is scaling up its response to assist victims, control the spread of the disease and ultimately end the deadly outbreak. This is the 10th Ebola outbreak in the DRC and the country’s worst. It is also the world’s second largest Ebola outbreak in history after the one in West Africa in 2014-2016. The response to this latest outbreak continues to be hampered by insecurity, frequent movement of people in the affected areas, and resistance from some communities. "While we have been able to largely control the disease in Mangina, Beni and Komanda, the virus continues to spread in the Butembo area, largely because of … [Read more...] about Six months on, Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo now second largest in history
Surprise Winner Declared in Congo Presidential Election
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s electoral commission declared opposition leader Felix Tshisekedi as the winner of the Dec. 30 presidential election, a stunning announcement that contradicts an unofficial tally by the largest observer mission and throws the Central African nation into uncharted territory. It is the first time since independence from Belgium that an opposition candidate would take the presidency of the resource-rich country after an election. The 55-year-old Mr. Tshisekedi is set to take over from President... … [Read more...] about Surprise Winner Declared in Congo Presidential Election
Barrick and Randgold Combine to Create Industry-Leading Gold Investment Vehicle
All amounts expressed in U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated /EIN News/ -- TORONTO, Sept. 24, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Gold Corporation (NYSE:ABX)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) today announced that it has reached agreement on the terms of a recommended share-for-share merger of Barrick and Randgold Resources Limited (the “Merger”). The Merger will create an industry-leading gold company with the greatest concentration of Tier One Gold Assets1 in the industry, led by a proven management team of owners. Superior operating metrics, including the highest Adjusted EBITDA margin2 and the lowest total cash cost3 position among Senior Gold Peers4, will support sustainable investment in growth and shareholder returns. The Merger is subject to approval by both sets of shareholders, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. It is intended that the Merger will be implemented by means of a court-sanctioned scheme of … [Read more...] about Barrick and Randgold Combine to Create Industry-Leading Gold Investment Vehicle
Montrose’s Tribal Grounds celebrates 30 years of hippiedom in Houston
By Craig Hlavaty and Staff writer Updated 12:05 pm CDT, Wednesday, August 15, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-5', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 5', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-10', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 10', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-15', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 15', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-20', placement: 'Interstitial … [Read more...] about Montrose’s Tribal Grounds celebrates 30 years of hippiedom in Houston