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Do you know anything about this topic? Share your expertise with our thousands of visitors each day by submitting your quality, informative 'Regions Africa' article, and if you become a member we will pay you for your unique and original work (note that all submissions are reviewed by our editors). Your Regions Africa Guide is Michael Russell. Recent articles submitted to your independent guide to Regions Africa 1. Diamonds And Their History - By: Michael Russell One of the hardest materials known to man is the diamond. They come in different shapes, sizes and weights. These weights are measured in carats. One carat equals 200 milligrams or 1/142 of an ounce. Diamonds were at the center of many wars and murders in the history of the w... Featured ArticleOn Safari In South Africa - Where Africa's Wildlife Never Disappoints South Africa continues to enjoy the tremendous goodwill of holidaymakers worldwide. While travel to most long haul destinations declined in 2003, this country experienced an enviable 6.5% growth, according to the World Tourism Organisation. The growth was jump started by the transformation heralded by the demise of apartheid and onset of democratic rule in 1994. Apartheid polices of racial discrimination protected by law greatly offended enlightened opinion in many parts of the world. And the ...
Read full story 2. Coordination And Biotech Research - By: James Wachai One of the reasons why Africa and other poor regions of the world trail in crop biotechnology is lack of collaboration and coordination among scientists. There are millions of well-trained crop biotechnologists in poor countries. But due to resource constraints and other challenges, hardly do th... 3. Blood Diamonds - By: Michael Russell Throughout human history, diamonds have often been at the center of intrigue, treachery and high drama. Today a very sad chapter in the history of diamonds is unfolding in parts of Africa. In the same way that oil production provides wealth for many Arabian nations, diamond mining and sa... 4. Diamonds – Are They Worth The Price? - By: Michael Russell Diamonds have always carried an aura of class, prestige and exclusivity about them that is difficult to explain; the quality of timelessness and enduring emotional relationship associated with the stones have set them in a class apart, where they are coveted and desired by many, but can be acquired ... 5. Where Diamonds Are Mined - By: Michael Russell Argye mine located in the Kimberley region in the far north east of Western Australia. Owned by Rio Tinto, this mine is the worlds largest single producer of volume of diamonds. However, due to low proportion of gem quality diamonds it is not the value leader. It does produce 90-95% of the ... 6. Violence And Drug Abuse In South Africa - By: Michael Russell Alcoholism and multiple drug abuse have been associated the alarming rate of crime and violence in South Africa. There has been an increase in access to drugs among adolescents. The widespread availability of drugs and drug use in most of South Africa has heightened young individuals' pa... 7. Broadband In Africa Is Riddled With Setbacks - By: Michael Russell In Southern Africa, for example, the State owned telecom monopoly has retarded the growth of this form communication technology for years now in the hope of cornering the entire market like it had done in the case of landline telephones. Although Broadband Internet connection is growing... 8. African Safaris - Where To Go? - By: Michael Russell If you have never been on an African safari before, you may be at a loss as to where to go. If you have been on one, you might want to plan on going somewhere different. Not because you didn't enjoy where you went, but because there are so many beautiful things to see in Africa. From snow c... 9. New Yam Festival 2005 Celebrated In Germany - By: Chris Ezeh A grandiose new yam festival was celebrated on the 08th of October, 2005 in Hamburg Germany by the Orlu Senatorial Development Union and their well wishers. The occasion was marked with lots of cultural festivities, rites and abundant African menu. The special highlights of ... 10. A Guide To African Music - By: Michael Russell Every time you turn on your radio or listen to a television show, there is a huge chance that the music you hear is at least partly African in origin. This is because the music of Africa has strongly influenced and penetrated the music of Europe and America. Diverse musical types as... 11. African Musical Instruments - By: Michael Russell African Musical Instruments Africa has a vibrant music scene in both traditional folk music and modern, popular music. There is no such thing that can be described as African music in general. Different musical forms have developed in the regions but there are some similar trends. Drums h... 12. The Great World Cup Germany 2006 - By: John Francis The 2006 FIFA World Cup (officially titled 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany, sometimes referred to as the Football World Cup) finals are scheduled to take place in Germany between 9 June and 9 July 2006. Qualification for the tournament is now complete, with all 32 competing teams confirmed. ... 13. African Safaris: The Perfect Vacation - By: Michael Russell African Safaris provide individuals the opportunity to explore a variety of countries, and allow them to meet interesting people with unique cultural backgrounds. For instance, they allow individuals to visit all regions of Africa including central Africa, East Africa, the Indian Ocean Islands, etc.... 14. Engagement Rings: A Tradition - By: Michael Russell A beautiful engagement ring from someone she loves is something a lot of women have dreamed about since they were girls. Although the ring shows a commitment to the person, the actual historical reasons for an engagement ring are a little less obvious. Some would say the never-ending, co... 15. Think About The Flooring! - By: Michael Russell It’s simply one of those areas in the home that just does not seem to attract any attention until you have to live with it. Although the floor is considered to be one of those permanent parts of the home that is not really designed to change every few years like the walls of the home th... Please feel free to submit your quality, informative article for our readers. |
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