What country in africa is the worst when it comes to conflict diamonds currently?
Q. Is it correct Sierra Leone is at peace? What area in Africa has the worst conflict diamond problem going on now?
Asked by Stephanie N - Wed Jun 4 20:07:45 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Liberia, because the diamonds are smuggled in then sold as "legit" and "non-conflict." In short, don't buy diamonds you are killing babies no matter what the stamp of aproval says.
Answered by isnackonbabies - Wed Jun 4 20:15:29 2008

When did suffering start in Africa and why?
Q. Africans are dying of hunger and thirst. They are just skin and bones! When did suffering start in Africa and why?
Asked by Delirium tremens - Sun Dec 18 12:05:23 2005 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. People have been suffering since there were people. However, Africa is especially troubled. This can be traced back to European colonization and exploitation. Independence in Africa did not go well, and it has been in a state of constant political turmoil (which precludes any sort of widespread economic or social success) ever since. Political corruptions makes it especially difficult for food to reach the hungry. Rapid population growth is also burdensome. There may be enough food to feed the hungry in the world. But were it to reach them, they would simply have more children -- who would them go hungry again. As long as populations continue to grow, people will continue to be miserable. Due to the legacy of colonization, Africa… [cont.]
Answered by hydralisk - Sun Dec 18 12:14:13 2005

How has the colonization of Africa created countries riddled with disease?
Q. Guns, Germs, and Steel Episode 3:power of germs How has the colonization of Africa created countries riddled with disease?
Asked by rodkihgf - Mon Sep 22 22:55:19 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Blaming it on colonization ignores the fact that diseases have always existed. I don't recall Diamond blaming disease on colonization. If he did, he would greatly reduce his credibility. Where he did mention it, it was about the white people not being able to take tropical diseases. The disease problem in Africa doesn't involve whites or colonists.
Answered by bravozulu - Mon Sep 22 23:24:21 2008

Where is a good place in Africa to practice French and volunteer?
Q. I want to practice French and volunteer in Africa for a month or so, just wondering where a good place to do this would be? I hear that some of the French in Africa isn't great and that's what I'm really interested in?
Asked by leeroymc83 - Tue Jul 7 03:22:29 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Pretty much any francophone country in Africa, including Senegal, Morocco, Tunisia, Niger, etc. - can help you further though.
Answered by TexHabsfan - Tue Jul 7 04:12:29 2009

What was the meteorological condition in Africa 2 million years ago?
Q. Is there a website where I can see how the conditions were all over the world 2 million years ago, specifically Africa. Thanks.
Asked by unknown - Thu Sep 11 06:15:30 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 2 million years ago falls in the late Pliocene (which extends from 5.3 to 1.8 Ma.) This was a period of extremely cool weather, ice ages, and glaciers. Also of note is that during this time Africa collided with Europe to form the Mediterranean Sea.
Answered by wdmc - Thu Sep 11 11:30:31 2008

What is a safe way to send payment to someone in Africa? I am buying a dog from a registered kennel in africa
Q. What is a safe way to send payment to someone in Africa? I am buying a dog from a registered kennel in africa but I still want some sort of assurance before sending the money. Any insight on this will be appreciated, thank you.
Asked by commosmart1 - Sat Feb 9 07:13:54 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It is a total scam ... please read below from CBS News "In recent weeks, an e-mail plea has blanketed the Internet, similar to a classified advertisement that has appeared in newspapers all over the country, offering high-end pedigreed puppies for bargain basement prices $200 for a Yorkshire Terrier that would normally sell for up to 10 times the price. The e-mail pleas and classifieds say that the author is a dog breeder who is on a religious mission in Africa and needs to unload the puppies to good homes as soon as possible. Those interested are told to send their money (to cover shipping and handling) to an address in Nigeria and the dogs would arrive in several weeks. Not surprisingly, the puppies never arrive."
Answered by Point and Flush - Sat Feb 9 07:33:27 2008

What are the best places to sightsee in Africa?
Q. I am going to volunteer in South Africa in a year and I want to see all the highlights that Africa has to offer as this will probably be my only time in that area. If you had to pick the best, coolest, must see sights in South Africa, Kenya, and other areas there what are they ? Also,is it expensive to rent a hotel for 6 months or so in South Africa (with a Western bathroom) that is decent but still maintains that African feeling (no big hotel chains, possibly a local hotel )? Thanks for any information you can offer. It is appreciated.
Asked by jxlot77 - Tue May 8 02:10:14 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. have you googles sight seeing in south africa or just type in something like visiting south africa and alot of stuff will pop up just start researching good luck and have a fun safe relaxed vacation
Answered by babs - Tue May 8 02:21:37 2007

How do I obtain work at an animal sanctuary in Africa?
Q. I have seen the volunteer opportunities online, but they all involve a fee to be able to volunteer. While I understand the reason for this, I am not looking to go to Africa for a few weeks and come back and return to life here in the states. I want to actually work at one of these sanctuaries and live in Africa. Does anyone have any idea how to start this life with this career? Thank you.
Asked by Alyssa K - Tue Jul 8 19:07:33 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Please visit www.thedoglady.org and apply !!
Answered by V.T.V.RAM - Sat Jul 12 13:47:59 2008

How many countries were there in Africa before and after the Imperialism of Africa?
Q. How many countries were there in Africa before and after the Imperialism of Africa? Before and After, please, thank you.
Asked by Chris D - Mon Dec 15 20:22:36 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. there weren't really "countries" in africa before European colonization. Instead the land was inhabited by hundreds of tribes, that didn't have the strictly defined legal style boundries that countries have today. The tribes also moved around a little bit; so in summary, there were no states but a large number of tribes that have little resimblance to the idea of a country as we know it today. In fact European powers tended to group warring tribes in the same states when they left africa in the 60's which is why there has been so much conflict
Answered by stephen11506 - Mon Dec 15 21:23:33 2008

What are some organizations that help fight against starvation in Africa?
Q. I'm doing a research project on starvation in Africa and organizations that help fight against it. I have found a few, but I need more than I have. Also, more facts about poverty in Africa would be very usefull!
Asked by Momo - Tue Mar 17 17:34:25 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Doctors without borders Feed the children Bread for the world World Vision World Food Program and many more. do a web search with key words like: relief and development, NGO, humanitarian, starvation Africa
Answered by bienaimee - Tue Mar 17 22:24:26 2009

Why did the Dutch reformed church in south africa condone and support the cruel system of Apartheid?
Q. And why did it take almost 300 years for christian churches worldwide to finally speak out against the dutch reformed church of south africa and severing links with it ?
Asked by Apu (Namaste from kwik E mart) - Mon Jun 1 07:11:02 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Apartheid was only around from 1948 onwards. Churches started speaking out about slavery in the 1700's but the concept of racial prejudice as something bad is fairly modern. Look at movies from the 1940's for example. blacks were generally portrayed as simple folk who needed a firm hand. In South Africa the Dutch Reformed Church was and maybe still is very much old testament orientated. In the OT laws, beliefs and concepts are very different from the NT, but in both time periods, slavery was common. The Bible is people's interpretation and memory of what God said or Jesus said as well as historical commentary and the sayings of prophets and disciples. You can find and interpret comments to justify almost anything somewhere or other in… [cont.]
Answered by denissnowy - Thu Jun 4 08:09:32 2009

What is the safest place to visit in Africa?
Q. I'm interested in traveling to an exotic place in Africa and I was wondering if there are any safe places to go. Are their any places that welcome tourists?
Asked by Joeyyowee - Fri Mar 7 02:59:05 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. TUNISIA,Never ever had any problem,A very nice country.
Answered by fadiov - Mon Mar 10 04:14:43 2008

How can I help a humanitarian cause in Africa?
Q. I would like to go to Africa or some other country to help out with a volunteer humanitarian cause but don't know how. Are their any groups I could get involved with that would pay for the flight their and back and any other major expenses, because I don't really have the money to spare.What are the general requirements?
Asked by nick - Fri Jan 4 14:52:07 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Organizations that don't charge fees for volunteering, such as VSO Canada, UN Volunteers and the PeaceCorps are looking for people who can work (read, write and speak) in a language other than English, who have skills and experience that can lead to local people generating income, better feeding their families, improving children's health, etc., or that can lead to the transformation of key institutions, such as government, universities/schools or NGOs. They are looking for people who can commit to a two-year assignment, who have experience working with under-served communities, or who have a lot of experience in very diverse or religiously-conservative communities. The average age of volunteers in these organizations is over 30 (for UNVs,… [cont.]
Answered by Jayne says READ MORE BOOKS - Fri Jan 4 15:45:51 2008

What product is good to buy in India and sell it in Africa?
Q. Africa is in need of everything, India manufactures good products at cheap prices. Can someone recommend me a product to buy in bulk in India and sell it in Africa? I think cheaper products will be easier to negotiate but i will accept any type of products. If possible, could you also give me the prices in pounds? I may contact you after you replying to my question if i'm sceptical about something. Thanks very much.
Asked by PITT - Thu Jul 17 03:51:46 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Cloths Food Items Medicines House hold stuff and last but not the least Condom
Answered by KHS - Thu Jul 24 03:43:45 2008

Where can I go to find funds to help start an organization in Africa?
Q. I have a friend that is starting and organization to help the deaf individuals in his country in Africa.Is there an organization that will give him a grant ,to help him get started.
Asked by anamdragon - Mon Jul 27 10:09:44 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
How do you transfer a Bachelors Degree from West Africa to The United States?
Q. I am married to a man from West Africa (Burkino Faso) and we are trying to find out how to transfer his Bachelors Degree in Mathematics and Physics over to the United States. We need to find out if he needs to take any additional classes in the US in order to obtain the same degree here. We don't know where to start...Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Asked by winter - Tue Jul 1 17:23:33 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Contact your local state university, as each university decides if a particular degree will be accepted by them. He may need to take a test, but the school will definitely need a copy of his transcripts as well as a description of each course he took. If he has any papers and/or tests from his college days, that would help. I can tell you from some experience that often a bachelors degree from a developing country translates into about an associates degree here in the US (but each case is different).
Answered by Anna P - Tue Jul 1 17:36:29 2008

How can I send care packages to children in Africa?
Q. I am working hard to raise money to send many care packages that include toiletries, books, toys, food, and other things to children in Africa.I am having trouble finding organizations to do this through though. Can someone help me find some organizations that will work with me to send these packages?
Asked by Hanna S - Mon Aug 25 12:31:40 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Try checking with UNICEF for a reputable NGO that you can send to. There are a lot of unethical people that would gladly take your money, so you need to be sure that you aren't paying for someone's swimming pool. Also, some adoption agencies that work in Africa have programs to sponser children as well.
Answered by Jennifer L - Mon Aug 25 23:43:37 2008

What are the best flight training schools in South Africa where one can obtain their Commercial Pilot License?
Q. I am planning to qualify as a Commercial Pilot and note that South Africa is considerably cheaper than in England. But i am not sure which schools are considered better than others. Can anyone else?
Asked by Aubrey L - Mon Oct 6 10:04:33 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. yes south Africa is supposed to be considerably cheaper than America and Europe in Europe it can cost up to 120.000k in south Africa you can end up paying little than 25.000k so it's a good choice, Im not sure on the schools but Im sure if you Google it you will find it.
Answered by Adam M - Mon Oct 6 18:19:30 2008

What are 2 events leading up to imperialism in africa?
Q. I need to know 2 events leading up to imperialism in africa for a final project. It is worth 100 points and I am failing the class so I really need to get my grade up.
Asked by Chelsey - Tue May 26 14:33:55 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You need two events that lead up to imperialism in Africa. Fashoda Incident, and the Zulu resistance?
Answered by pat m - Tue May 26 14:51:43 2009

How can I get information about helping people in Africa?
Q. I really want to volunteer for like a month to build homes, or just go to Africa and help them, get them medical help, etc
Asked by David P - Sun May 13 23:47:54 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Please come to Tanzania and help people here. Contact me on my email for more details pj_jani@yahoo.ca
Answered by pujajanitz - Mon May 14 03:29:16 2007

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