VOA标准英语2010年-African Finance Ministers Discuss Econ

Senior African finance officials say per capita income in Africa fell for the first time in a decade because of the global economic recession. But during a meeting in Malawi they also noted that the economic rebound had improved growth prospects for

African Leaders Commit to Eradicate AIDS, TB and Malaria in the Continent

The African Union Special Summit on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has kicked off in Abuja, capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The theme of the summit is on Ownership, Accountability and Sustainability of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malar

VOA常速英语2007-DRC President Will Head Regional African Economi

By Naomi Schwarz Dakar 31 October 2007 The Economic Community of Central African States has named Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila to be its next head. Analysts say Mr. Kabila, who has been accused of human rights abuses and corru

VOA标准英语2010-African Farmers Growing Organic Foods for

A melon field is pictured at a farm in the village of Djilakh, 80km south of Dakar, Senegal on 22 Apr 2008 (file photo) African farmers are making more money producing organically grown crops for European markets, where demand for healthier food is g

2006年VOA标准英语-Young African Dancer Awaits 'Big Break'

By Phuong Tran Dakar 22 December 2006 In a continent known for its musical prowess, but few economic opportunities, there are thousands of young people in Africa aspiring to careers in the music industry. In this final part of a series on challenges

VOA标准英语2009-African Football Fans Celebrate Opening Day

In South Africa, about 50,000 football fans Sunday packed a stadium in Johannesburg to celebrate the opening of the Confederations Cup. Millions more also gathered in cafes, restaurants and homes to watch. Performers form flag of S. Africa during th

VOA标准英语2010年-African Youth Bear Brunt of Global Eco

Young people in Africa are among the groups hurt most by the current economic downturn. Global financial problems usually have the greatest effect on the most vulnerable sectors of society and, given their limited access to resources, youth are among

VOA标准英语2012--Some African Constitutions Give Voice to Grass Roots, Disenfranchised

Some African Constitutions Give Voice to Grass Roots, Disenfranchised Nigeria and Ethiopia have adopted federal systems that allow citizens to elect their own representatives at the state and local levels. The states also have their own courts and ca

VOA标准英语2012--African Sanctuaries Rescue Endangered Chimpanzees

African Sanctuaries Rescue Endangered Chimpanzees It's a typical day at Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Kenyas Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Two of its 41 residents are scrapping over food, while a third looks on and yelps in protest. Kenya is their ado

VOA标准英语2010-South African Soccer Grannies Aim for Tou

Mariama Diallo 28 April 2010 As South Africa prepares to host the first World Cup ever on the African continent, a group of South African women over 50 are playing in a local tournament, hoping to raise funds for an upcoming tournament in America - t

VOA标准英语2010-South African Group Encouraging South Afr

The South African organization, the Homecoming Revolution, hosts a job fair to lure London-based ex-patriots back to South Africa Tens of thousands of South Africans have made Britain their home over the past two decades, attracted by higher wages an

VOA标准英语2010年-African Youth Leaders Leave US with Ne

Invited African youth leaders shared ideas for change at the final event of their high-profile stay in Washington, 5 Aug 2010 More than 100 youth leaders from across Africa have wrapped up three days of high-profile, high-level meetings in Washington

VOA标准英语2011--Weak Job Market Hits African Americans H

WeakJobMarketHitsAfricanAmericansHard President Barack Obama is proposing several measures his administration says will create millions of jobs and stimulate the sluggish economy. The nation's high unemployment rate has hit minority groups in the Uni

VOA标准英语2014--Harlem Non-Profit Serves African Diaspora and Homeland

Harlem Non-Profit Serves African Diaspora and Homeland NEW YORK New York City is home to hundreds of ethnic and immigrant groups from around the world, including Africans. But until recently, the African diaspora lacked a center dedicated to their ne

美国国家公共电台 NPR Stress And Poverty May Explain High Rates Of Dementia In African-Americans

LULU GARCIA-NAVARRO, HOST: Staying with health care, we turn now to a new report on Alzheimer's disease. African-Americans are twice as likely to develop Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia compared to those who are white. NPR's Jon Hamilton r

2018年CRI African scholar: study experience helps demystify China

A young African scholar, who has studied in China, is suggesting her China experience enables her to demystify China to African people. Hello everyone. My name is Wa Yuhua. I graduated from Peking University in 2017 and now work in South Africa. 25 y

African Union Meets to Discuss Rwanda-Congo Tensions

By Cathy Majtenyi Foreign ministers gathered for the African Union's Peace and Security Council meeting in Addis Ababa are examining the deteriorating relations between Rwanda and the Democratic Repub

VOA标准英语2010年-African Countries Step Up Airport Secu

Several countries in Africa say they are increasing security at their airports following the Christmas Day bombing attempt on a US airliner by a Nigerian man. Other countries say they have no plans for upgrades, but are monitoring the situation. Scot

2007年VOA标准英语-Joblessness Continues to Plague African Youth

By Phuong Tran Nouadhibou, Mauritania 12 August 2007 According to U.N. estimates, young people account for more than 60-percent of the African population. The continent also has some of the world's highest unemployment rates, forcing thousands on dea

VOA标准英语2009年-South African Team Excels at Under-20 Yout

By Brent Latham Port Said, Egypt 05 October 2009 Honduras forward Roger Rojas (C) tries to keep control of ball as South African defender Ace Bhengu (L) and midfielder Sameehg Doutie (back R) surround him, 4 Oct 2009 The South African national socce