Written by Reuters JOHANNESBURG, July 8 (Reuters) - Tata Motors (TAMO.BO: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), India's largest vehicle maker, is looking to set up a vehicle assembly unit in South Africa later this month, the company said on Friday. "The ... assembly plant in South Africa has been in the planning for a while, and we are at a point that this has now … [Read more...] about India’s Tata to set up South African assembly unit
Why is Barack Obama meeting with an African tyrant?
Written by Nile Gardiner The White House rolls out the red carpet for President Ali Bongo of Gabon The White House is rolling out the red carpet today for President Ali Bongo Ondimba of Gabon, whose penniless West African regime is notorious for its human rights abuses and widespread corruption (hat tip: this eye-opening report by ABC News). In yet another display of … [Read more...] about Why is Barack Obama meeting with an African tyrant?
What Mr. President must do to succeed
Written by Muhammad Ajah Although I was one of those Nigerians who underestimated the ability of Mr. President to conduct a free and fair election due to his interest in the Presidential race, I have come to realize that it was a misplaced thought. He has done well in that aspect, at least far better than the past since the return of Nigeria to democratic … [Read more...] about What Mr. President must do to succeed
USA, China , and Africa
Written by Jamie Bechtel USA 5 : China 1 : Africa 0. It's Time to Get Our Game On Team China has exactly one objective in Africa: the Chinese want to capture as much of the natural resource base as is possible to continue to fuel China's economic growth. Because the Chinese are singularly focused on this objective, they are incredibly efficient. Their development … [Read more...] about USA, China , and Africa
President Jonathan to visit White House on June 8
Written by WASHINGTON (AFP) US President Barack Obama will welcome newly sworn in Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan to the White House on June 8, officials said Saturday. Obama "looks forward to consulting with President Jonathan on the latest regional and global developments, and deepening our strong bilateral partnership," his spokesman said in a … [Read more...] about President Jonathan to visit White House on June 8