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Affichage des articles du 2012

Manchester city centre by Night

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Use of Cannabis Dangerous to Adolescents

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Recent studies conducted by an International team and published by Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences has revealed that the use of cannabis at early age has irreversible effects on the development of the brain when used at teenage age.  Contrary to this study, many adolescents do not believe that the use of cannabis also known as bhang or marijuana is harmful to health. The study shows that long use of cannabis leads to loss of IQ. They also suffer from inattention, lack of concentration, memory problems and all these affect learning process of young people. Today, many young people are using or have already used cannabis. For instance, it is estimated that about 9 % of men and 4% of women in UK use cannabis according to the 2010/2011 British Crime Survey, and in France, 8% of boys and 3% of girls use cannabis daily according to a study published in 2006 by INSEE (Institut national de la statistique et des études écon

Young People Investing in Real Estate

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In a move to invest in real estate, young people are taking the courage to create projects, and to look for finance. Despite the inevitable challenges that face young people, they are seing the realisation of their ambitious projects. In towns where demand for housing exceeds the supply, investing in real estate remains   a lucrative business for investors. Source: Property Weekly Season2 Episode 28 Part1 by K24TV

Vote for the 7 Natural Wonders of Tanzania

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Mount Kilimanjaro (source: http://sevennaturalwonders.org) Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater are three given natural wonders of Tanzania. These are three of Africa’s natural wonders across the whole continent. Tanzania could easily be called the capital of the natural wonders of Africa. What should join them as the wonders of nature for Tanzania? What are the 7 Natural Wonders of Tanzania? What wonders of nature throughout Tanzania do you recommend?  "Tanzania has three given natural wonders which include Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater. Each of these is a leading candidate for the 7 Natural Wonders of Africa."  The amazing thing is that Tanzania has so much more to offer – what are you nominations for the 7 wonders of nature for Tanzania? Now, you can share your opinion and help determine the 7 Natural Wonders of Tanzania. Voting is free and only takes a few minutes. VOTE NOW 1. Email your vote or nominati

La Place de la Femme Tanzanienne dans l'économie, Tanzania Women's Bank

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AFRICA NEWS ROOM du 23/03/12 - Tanzanie - La... par AFRICA24 In this TV programme by AFRICA 24 TV, see how Tanzanian Women's Bank (TWB) based in Dar es Salaam is working towards a real economic empowerment of Tanzanian women. The Bank intends to expands its services to other regions so as to reach more Tanzanian women in need of small loans to improve their economic activities.

Illegal Immigrants Becoming Slaves in Europe Through Risky Jobs

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The fate of African immigrants in Europe is not always a happy story. Through this documentay, you will discover what faces some of the immigrants in Europe. Some of them end up in illigal activies like selling of marijuana and other drugs, prostitution, and  other risky jobs. Back at home, nobody knows the real daily life of African immigrants. Source: Al Jazeera, Surprising Europe, Under Pressure (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4ppCrnhKrM)

Life of Illegal African Immigrants in Europe

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Many would not have thought of Europe in this way. You will have to discover another face of Europe, a face that is rarely known Africa. What are the real life facing some of the African immigrants in Europe? The reality is far beyond imagination of many illegal immigrants. Welcome to this documentary by Al Jazeera TV. Source: Aljazeera TV documentary,  Surprising Europe : Making ends meet

A VIEW OF THE CATHEDRAL OF STRASBOURG

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WATER AND LIGHT SHOW DURING SUMMER IN STRASBOURG FRANCE

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China in Africa: New Imperialism?

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The Africa-Chinese economic interests sparks a lot of debate among westerners. Fr Agbonkhianmeghe Orobator, Jesuit provincial for Eastern Africa, looks presents his views on Africa and China relations in an interview during his lecture in Canada entitled, Africa, Continent of Hope. According to Orobator, life in Africa experiences a huge economic growth but there is a need for government structures that assures sustainable growth through equity and justice. African leaders and Africans at large must take into hands their destiny in establishing democratic rule. In the new economic relationships with China, Africa has to negociate its way. Africans must defend her interests in trade negotiations in an accontable and responsible way for the development of her people. Source: AgendaStevePaikin (http://youtu.be/rjOwIMwhSFA)

Videos: Tanzania's Forum for Investment and Trade in Paris, France

Opening the Investment and Trade Forum in Paris, the French Ambassador to Tanzania, Mr Marcel Escure urges French people to invest in Tanzania 'Investir en Tanzanie' French Ambassadeur to... by Simplisphoto Dr Mary Nagu, Minister for State, (Investment and Empowerment) welcomes French People to invest in Tanzania during the Investment and Trade Forum organised in Paris on the 22nd May 2012 by the Tanzanian Embassy and Tanzanian community to mark the 50th independence anniversary of Tanzanian Mainland. Dr Nagu was the Guest of Honour in this first Forum for Investment and Trade organised in France. French Investment Opportunity in Tanzania by Simplisphoto

Opening Speech: Investment and Business Forum in Paris by Dr Mary Nagu

Opening speech by Hon. Dr. Mary Nagu, Tanzanian Minister for State, (Investment and Empowerment) at the Investment and Business Forum in Paris, on the 22nd May 2012 marking the 50th anniversary of the independence of Tanzania Mainland which is celebrated in France by the Tanzanian community on the 22nd and 23rd May 2011. French Investment Opportunity in Tanzania by Simplisphoto

Maliasili: Urithi Wetu, Utajiri Wetu

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