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The ethiopian ambassador H.E KABEDE[in suit and white shirt] talking to ethiopians at the embassy during the celebrations in London
Ethiopians thronged the streets of London especailly at their embassy in the hours before the new Ethiopian millennium began on September 12th 2007, Meskerem 1st, 2000. Following the unique Coptic calendar, Ethiopia was ushering in its new millennium seven years after the rest of the world.
The mood in London was festive, reflecting the hopes of the future for Ethiopia, a cradle of civilization, and an ancient land of diversity and unity
Over 17,500 prisoners have been pardoned as part of the celebrations
Surging crowds and partygoers, many wearing and waving the yellow, green and red tri-color of Ethiopia, were singing and dancing in events that were organised by the Ethiopian Embassy and the community in London
Music-filled extravaganzas were on show with cultural and traditional songs, celebrating the nation’s rainbow of diversity. Over 17,500 prisoners have been pardoned as part of the celebrations
WATCH TODAY ON BEN TV SKY 194 .CASE STUDY: Rwanda
Time : Today friday at 4.30 pm UK Time
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"I am most concerned at the re-imposition of the Public Emergency Decree, and also at recently reported statements by the Military Council in Fiji that neither Mr Laisenia Qarase, nor the Soqosoqo Duavata ni Lewenivanua (SDL) political party will be allowed to contest the next elections. The people of Fiji Islands have the right to select freely the leaders and government of their choice. This is a basic tenet of democracy and one of the fundamental values of the Commonwealth," said Mr McKinnon in a statement on 7 September 2007.
Photo: Ayoub mzee Did you know that Tanzania was involved in the decisions on Fiji ?
Above:The commonwealth secreteriat sec general Hon. Don Mackinon and other foriein ministers from the commonwealth including Tanzania(left)
Time : Today friday at 4.30 pm UK Time
His Excellency Paul Kagame, president of the Republic of Rwanda , gave a public lecture at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) on Thursday 4 October. His lecture was entitled The Challenges of Development and Environmental Sustainability in Africa: the case of Rwanda . Africa is experiencing major changes to its environment as a result of climate change. This has clear implications for a continent that has already suffered disproportionately from abuses of human rights and slow economic growth. In this lecture, Paul Kagame explored how the impact of climate change is affecting his country and the challenges that lie ahead. The commonwealth is known for its pace setting , global leadership,business innovation and cultural dynamism.Rwanda and israel have applied for commonwealth membership.Any views about the future of the commonwealth
photo:Ayoub mzee"I am most concerned at the re-imposition of the Public Emergency Decree, and also at recently reported statements by the Military Council in Fiji that neither Mr Laisenia Qarase, nor the Soqosoqo Duavata ni Lewenivanua (SDL) political party will be allowed to contest the next elections. The people of Fiji Islands have the right to select freely the leaders and government of their choice. This is a basic tenet of democracy and one of the fundamental values of the Commonwealth," said Mr McKinnon in a statement on 7 September 2007.
Photo: Ayoub mzee Did you know that Tanzania was involved in the decisions on Fiji ?Above:The commonwealth secreteriat sec general Hon. Don Mackinon and other foriein ministers from the commonwealth including Tanzania(left)
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