DAILY AFRICA NEWS
January 16, 2013
From VOAAfrica.com |
 French Forces in Mali French forces begin ground operations in Mali, moving into the town of Niono just south of an area seized earlier this week by Islamist militants who control the northern part of the country. More  Amid Conflict, Mali's Weak Economy Worries Economists World Bank ramps up support to Mali, concerned that battle to eject Islamists will damage region's already fragile economy More  Somali Militants Plan to Execute French Hostage Al-Shabab says it will murder French security agent Denis Allex in a message released on Twitter More  World Economy Remains Fragile World Bank issues 2013 economic outlook More  Land Disputes Threaten Liberia's Post-War Peace Official says Land Commission has begun implementing mediation techniques from other post-conflict countries More  South Africa’s President Visits Angola to Bolster Ties South African officials say they want to boost economic, political ties with Angola, a major oil producer More |
