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Coach of Underdogs Starts War of Words Against Black Stars [allAfrica.com] Zambia coach Herve Renard is heaping praise, platitudes and the mantle of match favorites onto his opponents for Wednesday's Nations Cup semi-final, taking all the pressure off the southern African side and trying instead to impose it on Ghana's Black Stars. Stevanovic Banks On Morale to Halt Chipololpolos [CAF] Ghana coach Goran Stevanovic is banking heavily on the morale of his team to do the trick in their semi final clash against Zambia on Wednesday in Bata. Devolution of Power, the Precise Route! [Times of Zambia] THE decision to create more districts and re-align some of them to other provinces is meant to enhance efficiency and improve service delivery among other reasons. Ghana Beatable, Says Renard [Times of Zambia] Bata - COACH Herve Renard (above) says Zambia's 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final opponents Ghana are beatable but the Chipolopolo will need to be mentally strong in Wednesday's match. State Withdraws 'Fake' K3.1 Trillion [Times of Zambia] THE Government has started withdrawing the K3.1 trillion illegally printed and released into the Zambian economy by the former administration in the run-up to last year's tripartite elections. Chipolopolo, Ghana Game Will Be Tough - Phiri [Times of Zambia] FORMER national soccer team coach Patrick Phiri says tomorrow's 2012 Orange CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final showdown between Zambia and Ghana will be a tough encouter. Renard Plays Down Talk of Ghana Pressure [GFA] Zambia coach Herve Renard says the Chipolopolo are not under any pressure going into the semi-final clash against Ghana on Wednesday. Renard - 'We Won't Give Up for Anything' [CAF] "We won't give up for anything," these were the words of Zambian coach Herve Renard in an interview with Cafonline.com ahead of their semi final clash against Ghana on Wednesday at the Estadio de Bata in the coastal city of Bata. Chipolopolo in Cash Bonanza [Times of Zambia] Bata - ZAMBIA soccer players have reportedly reaped over $20,000 each for reaching the 2012 Orange Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-finals here. 20 Mine Workers Leave for Equatorial Guinea Tomorrow [Times of Zambia] TWENTY Konkola Copper Mines employees leave for Equatorial Guinea tomorrow to cheer the Chipolopolo in tomorrow's African Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match against Ghana. Kabwe Floods Worry U.S. Embassy Chief [Times of Zambia] DEPUTY Chief of Mission at the United States of America (US) embassy Stephen Schwartz has expressed concern over continued floods being experienced in some parts of Kabwe. Ichimpe Mine Starts Formalisation Process [Times of Zambia] MINES and Natural Resources Minister Wylbur Simuusa has said Zhonghui Mining Group of China, owners of the US$690 million Ichimpe Mine in Kalulushi has started formalising the development of the project. Vice President Woos Eastern Electorate [Times of Zambia] Msanzala, Petauke - VICE-PRESIDENT Guy Scott has urged people in Eastern Province to accept the political change that has swept through the country and take part in the development process. Lawyer to Petition Justice Minister [Times of Zambia] A LUSAKA lawyer has said he will soon petition Justice Minister Sebastian Zulu if nothing is done about his appeal to review the ruling of the legal practitioners committee regarding his alleged professional misconduct. 'Zanaco Was Profitable Before Sale' [Times of Zambia] RABO Bank corporate affairs director Arnold Kuijpers, who was also part of the negotiating team of Zanaco privatisation, yesterday admitted that the Zambian bank was a profit-making institution prior to privatisation in 2007. FAZ Executive Nominations Opened [Times of Zambia] FAZ has opened nominations for candidates wishing to contest positions at the March 31 elective Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Moba Hotel in Kitwe. A Tale of a Lozi Man Born in Tonga Land [Times of Zambia] Godfrey Muyunda has three wives and 30 children Maamba Collieries to Realise U.S.$23 Million From Coal Sales [Times of Zambia] MAAMBA Collieries Limited (MCL) has projected to sell 360,000 tonnes of high grade coal worth US$23 million this year, head of corporate affairs Jonadhan Lavu has said. KCC Workers Troop Back to Work [Times of Zambia] KITWE City Council (KCC) unionised workers have resumed work after management assured them that they will be paid their three months salary arrears soon. President Sata Appoints Chibiliti, Promotes Mulonga [Times of Zambia] PRESIDENT Michael Sata has appointed Evans Chibiliti as Secretary to the Cabinet, a position he has been holding in an acting capacity since last year. Mulonga Refutes Supplying 'Dirty Water' [Times of Zambia] MULONGA Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC) has denied that it supplied contaminated water to Mupambe township residents in Mufulira. Keep Victoria Falls, Nation Clean - Suba [Times of Zambia] SOUTHERN Province permanent secretary In'utu Suba has challenged travellers and other people using the Victoria Falls border in Livingstone to ensure they keep the facility and surrounding areas clean. Chirundu Moved to Lusaka [Times of Zambia] CHIRUNDU and Itezhi Tezhi districts have been re-aligned from the Southern Province to Lusaka and Central Provinces respectively. Court Wants Election Petition Case Expedited [Times of Zambia] LIVINGSTONE High Court Judge Justin Chashi has cautioned lawyer representing losing Patriotic Front (PF) parliamentary candidate for Sesheke Central Constituency Evans Chipman to consider the February 28, 20012 deadline when all election petition cases are supposed to be cleared. Govt to Pay Road Contractors Soon [Times of Zambia] THE Government will soon pay more than K4 trillion to road contractors who have not been paid their dues throughout the country, Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry Robert Sichinga has said. UPND, PF Want Situmbeko's Seat Nullified [Times of Zambia] LOSING United Party for National Development (UPND) and PF candidates for Liuwa constituency have submitted to the court to have incumbent MMD Member of Parliament Situmbeko Musokotwane's seat nullified citing bribery, use of government resources and campaigning beyond stipulated time as reason for his winning. K100 Million Cattle Scam Exposed [Times of Zambia] ...55 animals were diverted to ex-PS's farm, says North Task Force Lunga District Development in the Spotlight [Times of Zambia] Samfya - THE construction of infrastructure in the newly established Lunga District might not be possible as the only reliable boat that can ferry building materials to this area has broken down. Emirates Airline to Increase Flights [Times of Zambia] THE Emirates Airline will increase flights to Lusaka and Harare in Zimbabwe, to six times a week by October this year from the current five. Economic Clusters to Help Boost SMEs [Times of Zambia] PLANS to establish economic clusters to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in all districts has reached and advanced stage and the Government is scouting for funds to implement the initiative, Commerce Minister Robert Sichinga has said.
Africa News	Top
Uganda MP revives anti-gay bill The Anti-Homosexuality Bill is reintroduced to Uganda's parliament - without the death penalty but still calling for life in prison for some offences. 'Suicide attack' on Nigeria army A man in military uniform blows himself up outside a Nigerian army barracks in the city of Kaduna, which is also rocked by other blasts, officials say. Chinese workers released in Sudan A group of Chinese workers kidnapped by rebels in Sudan last month has been freed and flown to Kenya, officials from both countries say. US to deport Liberia ex-warlord Former Liberian rebel leader George Boley should be deported from the US over his role in the civil war of the 1990s, a judge rules. 'Lone wolf' terror threat warning The UK could face a growing threat from "lone wolf" terrorists returning from fighting overseas in the next few years, a think-tank warns. Zimbabwe's Rushwaya to face trial Zimbabwe FA former head Henrietta Rushwaya will stand trial this month on alleged corruption charges. Charity quits after Mali attacks Medical charity Doctors of the World pulls out of northern Mali following a recent outbreak of fighting by Tuareg rebels - some of whom used to fight for Col Gaddafi in Libya. Somalia moves to evict squatters Somalia starts a major operation to remove tens of thousands of people who have been squatting in government buildings in the capital. Egypt 'to try foreign NGO staff' Egypt says it is to try 43 people - including Americans and other foreigners - over the alleged illegal funding of non-governmental organisations. Militants 'hit Nigeria pipeline' Suspected militants say they have attacked an oil pipeline in Nigeria, in what would be the first such attack since 2010. ANC youth leader appeal dismissed South African youth leader Julius Malema loses his appeals against the ruling ANC's decision to suspend him for bringing the party into disrepute. Cairo clashes over football anger At least four people are killed in clashes between Egyptian protesters and police, amid ongoing anger over deaths after a football match. Nations Cup final yet to sell out Organisers say nearly a third of the tickets for the Nations Cup semi-final and final in Libreville are still available. Zambia v Ghana Preview of Wednesday's first semi-final between Zambia and Ghana at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon. Mali v Ivory Coast Preview of Wednesday's second semi-final between Mali and Ivory Coast at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations in Equatorial Guinea and Gabon. SA 'zombie-held singer' charged South African police charge a man who claimed to be Khulekani "Mqgumeni" Khumalo - a popular dead singer - with fraud. Nelson Mandela cookbook launched Nelson Mandela's personal chef launches a cookbook featuring the statesman's favourite meals. African viewpoint: Nigerian brinkmanship Can the president’s new-found confidence help save the nation? African viewpoint: The politics of credit ratings Should we care that most African nations don't have a credit rating? Going back to school Zambian entrepreneur says cash not key to business success The joys of investing in Somaliland Somali businessman says profits higher at home than UK In pictures: Fighting forgotten tropical diseases The aid agency Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is working to combat the tropical disease visceral leishmaniasis (also known as kala azar) in Africa. In pictures: Combating drought in the Horn of Africa Images of East Africans learning to cope with drought Your pictures: Africa, a green continent From verdant views to sweet oranges in your photos In pictures: Focus on Africa in 2011 Freedom, flowers and famine - the year in photos In pictures: Giant guinea fowl art Giant guinea fowl-inspired artwork takes on power and religion In pictures: Saving baby Umi In pictures: Rwanda's poo-powered prisons Rwanda's bean-eating convicts cook on gas from their own waste In pictures: Nigerians behind the lens Photographs of how Nigerians see themselves Algeria profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Algeria Angola profile An overview Benin profile An overview Botswana profile An overview Burkina Faso profile Key facts, figures and dates Burundi profile Key facts, figures and dates Cameroon country profile Provides an overview of Cameroon, including key events and facts about this former French and British colony in Africa Cape Verde profile Key facts, figures and dates Central African Republic profile Key facts, figures and dates Chad profile Provides an overview of Chad, including key events and facts about this African country Comoros profile Key facts, figures and dates Republic of Congo profile An overview Democratic Republic of Congo profile Key facts, figures and dates Djibouti profile Provides an overview of Djibouti, including key events and facts. 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South Sudan profile Key facts, figures and dates Sudan profile An overview Swaziland profile An overview Tanzania country profile - Overview Provides an overview of Tanzania, including key facts and events as well as news Togo profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Togo Tunisia profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Tunisia Uganda profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Uganda. Zambia profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Zambia. Zimbabwe profile Provides overview, key facts and events, timelines and leader profiles along with current news about Zimbabwe. Ceuta, Melilla profile An overview Puntland profile An overview Reunion profile An overview Somaliland profile An overview St Helena, Ascension, Tristan da Cunha profiles An overview Western Sahara profile An overview Zanzibar profile An overview VIDEO: Rare snowfall in parts of Libya Snow blankets parts of Libya, a rare occurrence for the country VIDEO: Nigeria's lead poisoning epidemic Some four hundred children have been killed and many more are at risk after the world's worst lead poisoning epidemic in northern Nigeria. VIDEO: Displaced Somalis return home Tens of thousands of Somalis are returning home after fleeing severe droughts in southern parts of the country. VIDEO: Medical system for Libyans 'abused' A system for sending wounded people from the Libyan conflict abroad for treatment has been suspended after it came to light that it has been abused. Gabon: Surfing hippos, lacking tourists So why has Gabon failed to become tourist hot-spot? Making money in war time Can a restaurant help Liberia move on from conflict? In pictures: Making charcoal from Liberian rubber trees Pictures reveal how charcoal keeps Liberia cooking Slow steps towards restoring Italy-Libya ties Libya and Italy keen to repair ties damaged by Arab Spring Could drought threaten South Africa's rooibos tea? Could drought threaten South Africa's rooibos tea exports? VIDEO: Churchill and protege reunited Famous Moroccan artist owes his career to Churchill South Sudan's Nations Cup dilemma Should southerners support Sudan at Cup of Nations?
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Soccer News	Top
Championship: Birmingham 1 Portsmouth 0 Birmingham City's charge towards the top of the English Championship continued on Tuesday with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Portsmouth. FA Cup wrap: Millwall late show knocks out Southampton Millwall substitute Liam Feeney scored in second-half stoppage time to knock Southampton out of the FA Cup in a shock result. Scottish Premier League: Dunfermline 1 Kilmarnock 1 Dunfermline remain rooted to the bottom of the Scottish Premier League table following their 1-1 home draw with Kilmarnock on Tuesday. DFB Pokal: Holstein Kiel 0 Borussia Dortmund 4 Borussia Dortmund has recorded a comfortable victory in the quarter-finals of the DFB Pokal on Tuesday, beating Holstein Kiel 4-0. Prandelli searches for forward solutions Italy coach Cesare Prandelli insists Antonio Di Natale and Francesco Totti will be considered for selection for Euro 2012. Busquets in doubt for Copa clash Sergio Busquets is in doubt for Wednesday's Copa del Rey semi-final second leg against Valencia at the Camp Nou. De Rossi can make a difference, says Enrique Roma head coach Luis Enrique says Daniele De Rossi re-signing with the club is a boon ahead of their trip to Catania on Wednesday. Coupe de France: Stade Rennes 3 Evian 2 Stade Rennes held off a fast finishing Evian 3-2 on Tuesday to move into the quarter-finals of the Coupe de France. Emery denies Messi is in a form slump Valencia coach Unai Emery has dismissed suggestions that Lionel Messi is in a form slump. Ferguson urges tough action on racism Sir Alex Ferguson has called for 'hard and firm' action on any forms of racism following a recent spate of incidents. Trabelsi rues late errors Tunisian manager Sami Trabelsi said his team did not deserve to lose their 2012 Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final against Ghana on Monday. Redknapp tax trial jury head home The trial of Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp on charges of tax evasion has gone into a 13th day. De Gea needs pressure lesson, van der Sar claims Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar has told successor David de Gea that he needs to learn how to deal with pressure. Ireland tee up Hungary clash The Republic of Ireland have lined up a friendly against Hungary which will act as their final preparation ahead the Euro 2012 finals. Evra lauds United resilience Manchester United's Patrice Evra has hailed his side's performance this season, in light of several injuries to key players. Krasic on Chelsea radar, says agent Chelsea are swooping to purchase Juventus winger Milos Krasic at season's end, according to the Serbian international's agent. Inzaghi: Ibrahimovic ban harsh AC Milan veteran Filippo Inzaghi said he felt the three-match ban handed to team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic was excessive. Badu confident of Ghana final place Ghana midfielder Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu is confident his side can reach the Africa Cup of Nations final, after booking a final-four berth. Villas-Boas: Chelsea missed out on Neymar Manager Andre Villas-Boas admits Chelsea have failed in their efforts to sign Santos star Neymar. Oxlade-Chamberlain takes Henry, van Persie advice Arsenal forward Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has revealed he uses feedback from team-mates to try and improve his game. Bayern set to sign Swiss star Basel winger Xherdan Shaqiri is in Germany for a medical with Bayern Munich. Hart harnesses City focus Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart said his side must concentrate on their own progress in the Premier League, rather than their rivals. Record-breaking crowds for Bundesliga The DFL (German Football League) announced record-breaking attendances in the first half of the 2011-12 Bundesliga season. Sevilla name Michel as new coach Former Real Madrid midfielder Michel is the new Sevilla coach. Metzelder fears Sahin no-show Schalke defender Christoph Metzelder fears Nuri Sahin may not be given the opportunity to truly establish himself at Real Madrid. Usami wants Bayern exit Gamba Osaka loanee Takashi Usami has expressed his desire to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season. Wolves hunting striker Rhodes Wolves are trailing prolific Huddersfield striker Jordan Rhodes, according to a report. Taylor upset by Capello´s FA joust PFA chairman Gordon Taylor is disappointed at Fabio Capello's criticism of the decision to remove John Terry as England captain. Pratto joins Velez from Genoa Genoa have confirmed that striker Lucas Pratto has joined Velez Sarsfield on loan until the end of the season. Balotelli believes in Ballon success Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has proclaimed he can win FIFA's Ballon d'Or. Wenger stresses value of bottom line Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has emphasised the importance of turning a profit in his role as manager. Milito encourages Milan to pursue Palacio Diego Milito has urged Inter Milan to buy Genoa forward Rodrigo Palacio, stating he would be happy to play with his compatriot. Abramovich ´dropped in´ to Chelsea training Chelsea have confirmed reports that Roman Abramovich spoke with manager Andre Villas-Boas at training on Saturday. Robben not deserving of a start, says Basler Former Bayern Munich attacker Mario Basler has urged manager Jupp Heynckes to drop Arjen Robben from his starting XI. Casillas nears Real games record Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas is set to equal club legend Manuel Sanchis for most complete La Liga appearances for the Spanish giants. Garde endorses Wenger for France job Lyon coach Remi Garde said Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger would be a good option for the French national team after Euro 2012. Redknapp awaits tax trial verdict From dugout to dock. And back again. That has been the routine for Harry Redknapp during his tax evasion trial, which entered its 12th and probably final day on Tuesday. De Rossi pay rise makes him top Italian Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi has become Serie A's highest paid Italian player, according to a report. Drogba thanks Ivorian team-mates Ivory Coast captain Didier Drogba has applauded his team-mates for securing a semi-final berth at the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations. Mascherano: Valencia tie wide open Barcelona's Javier Mascherano insists his side will have to be at their best to progress from their Copa del Rey semi-final with Valencia. Mata backs Torres to fire Juan Mata insists that Chelsea team-mate Fernando Torres is playing well and that the forward will soon rediscover his goal-scoring touch. Knee injury ends Frimpong´s season Wolves have confirmed that midfielder Emmanuel Frimpong has suffered a serious knee injury and will now return to parent club Arsenal. Parker laments Redknapp absence Tottenham midfielder Scott Parker feels the club missed the 'inspiration' of Harry Redknapp in their 0-0 draw with Liverpool at Anfield. Lee set for Southampton start Southampton boss Nigel Adkins says new signing Tadanari Lee will make his first start for the club in Tuesday's FA Cup clash with Millwall. Ibra accepts blame for Napoli red Zlatan Ibrahimovic has taken full responsibility for his dismissal in Milan's 0-0 draw with Napoli and admitted that he deserved to see red. Jovetic pledges Fiorentina future Fiorentina starlet Stevan Jovetic says he has every intention of honouring his contract with the Serie A club. Ferguson backs Capello on Terry defence Sir Alex Ferguson has publicly backed England boss Fabio Capello after the Italian spoke out against John Terry's removal as captain. Dalglish reopens Suarez debate Liverpool boss Kenny Dalglish insists Luis Suarez should "never have been away" after making his return from suspension on Monday. Milan to appeal Ibra ban AC Milan will appeal Zlatan Ibrahimovic's three-match ban for violent conduct despite the striker admitting he deserved his red card. Desailly: Terry is not a racist Former World Cup winner Marcel Desailly believes his ex-Chelsea team-mate John Terry is not a racist.
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Internet cams video feeds exposed Thousands of Trendnet security camera webfeeds have been breached and shared on the internet, including live video from children's rooms. Symantec code 'extortion' claim Hackers demanded money in return for keeping stolen source code a secret, security firm Symantec says. Google targets tech 'moonshots' The search giant hosts meetings to find technological answers to the "world's greatest problems". Wolfram Alpha unveils Pro service The data-crunching site unveils a premium service that allows users to upload data, photos and sounds for analysis. Brazil sues Twitter over alerts The Brazilian government files a lawsuit against Twitter, demanding it block material that helps motorists evade drink-driving traps. Ofcom wants Openreach price cut Telecoms regulator Ofcom tells BT Group to cut the wholesale prices it charges for use of its lines Cyberbullying warning from NSPCC More must be done to help tackle cyberbullying with friends and family best placed to see warning signs, according to the NSPCC. Official Turing pardon refused The government rejects a petition for computer pioneer Alan Turing to be granted an official pardon. Teacher's Facebook drinking posts A teacher is reprimanded after comments about drinking and parties appeared on her Facebook site and were viewed by pupils. Acta protests spread over Europe Dozens of protests are planned across Europe in opposition to the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. Web firms remove India material Facebook and Google tell a court in India they have complied with an order to remove "objectionable" material, amid ongoing legal moves on censorship. FBI probes Anonymous phone hack The FBI investigates how activists linked to Anonymous obtained a recording of a phone call between US and UK police on their operations against hacking. Apple overturns Motorola's ban Apple is granted a suspension of a sales ban imposed on some of its iPads and iPhones in Germany. Hackers fool bank security system Criminal hackers have found ways around new security devices used for online banking, the BBC has learned. Megaupload bail appeal rejected Kim Dotcom's bail appeal is rejected by a New Zealand Court, as US campaigners hint at legal action to prevent files being deleted. Transplant jaw made by 3D printer An 83-year-old woman is fitted with a jaw made by a 3D printer in what doctors say is the first operation of its kind. New headphones find the right ear Researchers develop headphones which can detect which speaker is in which ear, to provide the correct audio stream. VIDEO: How latest malware uses disguises Criminal hackers have found a way round the latest generation of online banking security devices given out by banks Can Netflix compete with 'offline' TV? Is it time we started speaking of YouTube or Netflix in the same breath as the BBC or Sky? VIDEO: Confronting an internet troll Panorama's Declan Lawn confronts a man who uses the internet to post offensive comments. VIDEO: Sending news from Afghanistan BBC Scotland's Cameron Buttle shows how a news team broadcasts from a British army base in Afghanistan. VIDEO: Eye-tracking helps advertisers Developments in eye-tracking technology are helping advertisers predict what products will appeal to customers. VIDEO: Cher Lloyd: 'I'm scared of cyberbullies' Pop singer Cher Lloyd tells Panorama's Declan Lawn about being cyberbullied and her fears for her family's safety. VIDEO: 'Flying people' and other tech news Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a remote-controlled man-shaped plane. This and more in this week's tech news. VIDEO: The untraceable 'dark web' Out of reach of regular internet searches is the secretive online world known as the 'dark web' where you can shop for illegal goods, and where customers go by code names. AUDIO: 'Great excitement' at Facebook IPO Tim Bajarin market analyst at Creative Strategies Inc in California gives the reaction from Silicon Valley as Facebook launches its plan to sell shares in the company for the first time. AUDIO: The making of Star Wars Uncut A directors-cut of a fan-made version of Star Wars has recently been released, rapidly becoming an online hit. Moving from penguins to profiles How to steer young net users away from danger Road warriors struggle to get connected Road warriors struggle to get connected to the net The internet's secret black market Drugs and guns for sale on the internet's black market Viewpoint: The connected workforce Google on technology that could change the way we work Comments on Zuckerberg letter Decoding Mark Zuckerberg's letter to investors Listening in for the healthy hum Studying the secrets hidden in the hum of the hive
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