When 53-year-old Burundian refugee Obede Nzigimana resettled in Atlanta two years ago, little reminded him of his African homeland. Having spent 14 years in Tanzanian refugee camps, he was used...
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Burundi Refugees Grow New Crops, Lives in Atlanta
Our Community Farm Project helps Burundi refugees maintain their agricultural roots while learning useful skills for life in the U.S.
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British Government Honors JCB Executive Based in Savannah
The JCB Worldwide executive who opened the company’s 500,000-square-foot facility in Savannah has been named a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (CBE), the British Consulate-General...
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John Patterson was honored by the British government.
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Atlanta and Georgia Look to Strengthen Ties with Africa
Atlanta City Council recognized on June 4 the importance of building business relationships between Africa and Atlanta during a ceremony on the steps of the Georgia Capitol that drew more...
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From l-r, Cedric Suzman of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta; state Senator Donzella James and Tunde Adetunji of the Africa Heritage Foundation celebrate Africa Day at the state Capitol on June 4.
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Cynthia Nash, honorary consul of Liberia, is developing heritage tours in Liberia.
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Dr. Betty Siegel, president emeritus of Kennesaw State University, said she supports more joint programs with African universities.
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French Consulate Seeks Culture and Press Assistant
The French Consulate General in Atlanta announced that it is seeking applications from candidates interested in filling the full-time position of culture and press assistant beginning on July 1. The...
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Chamber: Global Firms Spurring Local Job Growth
International companies are accounting for a greater proportion of Atlanta‘s job growth than domestic firms, according to a recent Metro Atlanta Chamber report. Of 23 companies that have expanded or...