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Rosa Whitaker Honored with WoW Award

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Washington, D.C. – March 21, 2011 WoW_2011

Rosa Whitaker was honored to have received Women of Wealth (WoW) Magazine’s “Award for Multilateral Trade Policy Initiatives for Africa” in recognition of her lifelong contributions to expanding U.S. trade with Africa and developing young female professionals. WoW, founded by Dr. Lei Lewis, takes aims at, “Changing the Face of Wealth through Mentoring, Empowerment and Philanthropy.” The award was presented at WoW’s 2011 Global Summit, held March 18, 2011, in Atlanta, Georgia. Continue reading →

TWG Fast Facts – Week of Mar. 14 – Mar. 18 2011

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80% of sub-Saharan Africa’s population is nourished by small-scale producers.
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On average, women represent 43% of the agricultural workforce in developing countries; this proportion reaches almost 50% in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Of a total portfolio size of $5.2 billion, the AfDB has committed $3.6 billion to regional integration over the last 15 years.
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Bilateral trade between India and Nigeria was over $10 billion in 2010. Total Indian investment in Nigeria is approximately $5 billion.
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The gross domestic product per household across Africa has more than doubled in the last 15 years.
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Africa Health News November-December 2009

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ahn dec09 thumbIn this issue:
  • World’s largest malaria vaccine trial launched in southern African nations
  • New infections are declining in sub-Saharan Africa as people living with HIV increase
  • New partnerships advance NTD treatments
  • Safe blood foundation saves lives
  • African private sector contributes to global fund
  • New report highlights successful collaborations in improving health
  • Leaders in Health: Dr Benjamin Kumbour, Minister of Health, Ghana Continue reading →