Africa meeting key step in climate talks: UN climate chief (AFP via Yahoo! News)Rich nations will come under pressure at climate talks in Africa this week to get specific about how quickly and by how much they intend to cut their carbon footprints, said the UN climate chief.
Minn. gov hints at Africa trade mission trip (AP via Yahoo! Finance)Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty says his administration is considering a state trade mission to Africa before his term expires.
FACTBOX - Chinese in Africa - Quotes from the continent (Reuters via Yahoo! UK & Ireland News)(Reuters) - An influx of workers from China is receiving a mixed reception in Africa, where people both admire and resent the hard-working newcomers' pursuit of wealth.
Country of the day: South Africa (Miami Herald)Population: 43,997,828 Location: Africa Area: 471,011 sq. miles National anthem: Nkosi Sikeleli Africa (God Bless Africa) Top medal contenders: Swimmer Roland Schoeman, who won three medals in Athens, is expected to contend in multiple events; Lyndon Ferns is strong in the men's 100 butterfly and Suzaan Van Biljon in the 200 breaststroke. In track and field, look for Athens 800 silver medalist ...
