http://selomselom.tigblog.org/ What's on the minds of young leaders from around the globe? en-us http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/361257
I expect that UNCTAD XII will evolve

1. A clear approach to addressing the global imbalance of trade between the industralised nations and the developing ones.
2. A detailed framework to combat climate change and to guarantee food security
3.A paradigm shifting approach to doing business in Africa, one that ensures the full participation of Africans in the exploitation and enjoyment of their resources.

UNCTAD XII must show the new way that promotes countries as partners in development, not as competitors.]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:28:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/361257 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/355999
I wish to invite members of your noble organization as well as its liaison officers in the Tertiary Institutions to participate in an international Youth Summit on the Millennium Development Goals organized by Africa Global Sister Cities Foundation.

The summit which is on the theme “The Roles of Sister Cities Youth in Achieving the Millennium Development Goals for Change” is schedule to take place at the Accra International Conference Centre from 18th – 24th May, 2008.

Through this Summit, we hope to increase the awareness of the MDGs among young people, showcase some ongoing youth projects on the MDGs in Africa and elsewhere, and explore novel ways of actively involving young people at the community level in the attainment of the MDGs for a global change.

We also wish to use this occasion to introduce young people to participate in the upcoming Sister Cities Youth Conference, Kansas City, USA, in July 2008.

At the end of the Summit, participants will create an international Sister Cities Network for an Action Plan on the MDGs.

Invited distinguished personalities and keynote speakers include:
H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor, (President of the Republic of Ghana); H.E. Kofi Annan, (7th Secretary-General of UN); H.E. Dr. Mohammed Ibn Chambas, (President, ECOWAS Commission); H.E. Mae Ferguson, (President, Sister Cities International);
H.E. Mary Jean Eisenhower, (CEO, People To People Inc.); His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu,(King of Asante, Ghana); Celia Churchill Sandys, (Founder of Churchill Leadership, UK); Emmanuel Dei-Tumi, (CEO of Foundation for Future Leaders International); Rev. Daniel Ogbamey Tetteh, (Director of Research, Databank Ghana) and Ms Matilda Asante, (Joy FM, Ghana).

Youth focus on the MDGs will be, in some cases, facilitated by representatives from the UNDP. Other experts have also been invited to guide the youth in panel discussions and plenary sessions.

Please find attached a brief on the Youth Summit for your attention and circulation to student members of these groups. Please do visit our website www.africaglobal-sistercities.org for information regarding registration and participation.

We look forward to welcoming you to this eventful summit in May.

Sincerely,

………………………….
Charles-Chess
Youth Coordinator, AGSCF
chesseles@hotmail.com
]]> Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:42:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/355999 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/353297 UN delegates, Mayors from US and Africa. ECOWAS, AU, and many more represented.

An initiative of Sister Cities International and People-to-People International.

Take a look at www.africaglobal-sistercities.org for info.

Viva!!
Selorm Kofi Dake,
+233-22-404012]]> Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:26:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/353297 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/293461 TOMORROW LEADERS GHANA
Developing Tomorrow Leaders Today


26th November 2007

PRESS RELEASE
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION’S PROPOSED ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT (EPA): AN UNFAIR IMPOSITION TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACP COUNTRIES

After a careful study and critical analysis of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), which the European Commission (EC) is currently negotiating with 76 counties of the African Caribbean and Pacific (ACP), Tomorrow Leaders Ghana (TLG), a youth organization in Ghana deems it expedient and highly imperative to state that the pressure the EC is exerting on these poor countries to sign the document latest by December 31st 2007 is unfair and unnecessary.

The approach of the EC negotiators is in clear contradiction to the conclusions of the EU Council of Ministers which states that Europe “fully respects the right of all ACP states and regions to determine the best policies for their development”

Unfortunately Europe is undermining the fundamental principle of partnership and misusing its unequal bargaining power in the negotiation room to push what it considers the best development vision for these poor countries

Apart from its unacceptable threats, the use of increased development aid or assistance as lobbying and a bargaining tool in the negotiations severely undermines the sincerity of Europe’s claim to be working in partnership with developing countries.

Why is the EC forcing ACP countries to choose between sudden trade disruptions and Free Trade Agreement (FTA) provisions which could jeopardize their future developments. To us this is highly unjust and unacceptable in a civilized and democratic world

Giving the short time period remaining and the deep problems with the EPA, it is impossible to reach an agreement that adequately addresses the needs of developing countries by 31st December 2007.

It is evident enough that EC has clear interim measures that could be put in place by Europe to remove the pressure from the negotiators and guarantee continued access of ACP exports beyond December 31st 2007

TLG’s concerns are that:

• Proposals by the EC to cut tariffs would undermine food security and local manufacturing

• The proposed new intellectual property rules would limit the ACP countries for that matter Ghana to educational materials, technology and seed for farmers



• The proposed competition rules by the EC will favour only large corporations and investors from Europe instead of facilitating partnership in development

• The proposed new rules on government procurement would hinder the government of ACP countries from using its expenditure to stimulate local development

• The proposed rules on services could reduce poor people’s access to critical services such as banking and telecom and make ACP countries more vulnerable to financial crises.

• The proposed trade liberalization is detrimental to our political and social health and consequently has negative effects on the youth of today

• The deliberate attempt to raise tariffs and cut down aid to ACP countries as bait to get the agreement signed is against fundamental principle of justice and a such the pressure mounted on ACP countries be avoided.

In conclusion we wish to state that:

• EC as a matter of urgency should consider options of safeguarding the current levels of access to European market for ACP countries whiles negotiations still progresses in a calm atmosphere until an agreement is reached that adequately addresses development.

To provide certainty, Europe should provide all ACP states guaranteed access to the European market in 2008 by adapting Generalised System of Preferences( GSP) Plus and Every thing But Arms (EBA) schemes

• We also call on ACP countries and for that matter Ghana government not to sign the EPA until their interest and the concerns raised by TLG are appropriately addressed

• Europe must act urgently to change the approach of its negotiation. European importers and ACP exporters need legal certainty to continue their business operations into 2008 without threat to livelihoods.


Signed: Signed:
Raymond Ablorh Richard Abbey Jnr
Director, Communications Projects Coordinator
+233 245 761 509 +233 244 469 369



P.0.Box CT 2205 Cantonment Accra.
Location: Opposite Apenkwa Filling Station,Tessano Near Papaye,Accra
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]]> Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:51:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/293461 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/288591 The centermost country in the world-Ghana will host the 26th edition of the African Cup of Nations from 20th January 2008 to 10th February 2008.
All are invited to observe and possibly partake in activities of funfare.
For more information check out the home page
www.ghanacan2008.com
Selorm from Ghana]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 15:10:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/288591 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/274791 After a careful and thoughtful consideration, I shudder to ask myself if the world will not have been be more peaceful and just and secured if the over $576 Billion spent on the Iraqi war was used to bring development to the doorsteps of the greatest majority of developing countries.
The cost of wars have always surpassed the achievements and the alternative of promoting peace and development.]]> Sat, 03 Nov 2007 12:42:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/274791 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/270239 Jesus Christ was killed but He lves on to today in the minds and the hearts of billions of people.
Martin Luther King Jnr, Kwame Nkrumah, Patrice Lumumba,Mahatma Gandhi and still counting...they all live on and continue to influence the course of humanity.
To those who killed Lucky Dube in Jo'burg, i want to tell them they made a big mistake because good people like him will remain in the minds and hearts of those whose lives he touched.
God forgive them of their sins.]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2007 14:41:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/270239 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/259447 It serves as a platform for the dissemination of knowledge, networking, promotion of partnerships and opportunities, sharing of resources , and the cross-fertilization of ideas.
G-AFRICA is committed to building a core team of young leaders for meaningful change in Africa.

All TIG members from Africa are encouraged to join at

http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/generationafrica

Great things are in store]]> Tue, 25 Sep 2007 16:27:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/259447 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/250939 It's very necessary therefore that their rights be protected within the context of binding international policy and legal frameworks.
Brain could could also be turned into Brain Gain for most African countries.]]> Tue, 18 Sep 2007 12:32:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/250939 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/240217 I am fully aware and reliably informed of many air disasters that have occurred since 9/11.
Almost every month since 2001, i hear of air crash and the likes from different regions of the globe and i think it's time we discuss these very important phenomena and see how we can bring to the fore concrete proposals to address them.
I remain.
Selorm]]> Wed, 08 Aug 2007 06:07:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/240217 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/237089 How true it is, that we all at TIG have decided to bring our potentials,talents and abilities to bear positively on our generation.We are restoring hope to the hopeless and creating vision for the present and the future.We are bringing smiles upon dry faces and faith to those who remain doubtful of our common determination to make the world a better place.
We are connected by one breath,one air and one earth.
It is on this plausible note that I commend you all for the great works you're doing at every corner of the globe and echoing my believe that "together we can't fail!".
I am proud to call you friends and more importantly, friends.

Selorm Kofi Dake,
kofigladstone@yahoo.co.uk]]> Thu, 26 Jul 2007 16:40:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/237089 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/215567 She is Ms Edem Akua Doreen Asimadu.
She's made Ghana really proud!
My congratulations to her.
Selorm Kofi Dake,
Liaison Officer,
All Africa Students Union,
Accra.

This is how it is captured by the UNHCR
"
Forced marriages
By Edem Doreen Akua Asimadu, Ghana

From my observation in Ghana where I live, poverty is a consequence of human rights violations. Poverty described as the lack of shelter, food, clothing, education and other important needs of life is very common in the Ghanaian society.

Girls from the Upper East, Upper West and Northern regions of Ghana are usually given out in marriage at very young ages against their will. This is a clear violation of article16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The declaration in article 16 says marriage must be at the full consent of both parties.

The girls are forced to marry men old enough to be their fathers or grandfathers against their will. However, many of the girls escape from their so called marital homes to the south of Ghana . They settle at the two major cities, Kumasi and Accra . In these two cities, most of them become courier girls popularly called "KAYAYEI" in Ghana and also live in slums. Many of these girls hardly go to school or receive training to make a living. Irresponsible men rape and impregnate majority. The result is that many street children are brought into the streets which they know as home. Unfortunately, many of these street children grow up to become deviants in the society. They are denied many basic necessities of life and find it difficult to feed or clothe themselves.

In addition, in some parts of the Volta region of Ghana , young virgins are forced to marry traditional priests. It is the punishment they are to serve for the crime or misfortune of their family members. This is popularly called "TROKOSI" in the Ewe language in Ghana . These virgins are kept behind closed gates in the compound of the priest. They are never allowed go to out. They never go to school or learn a trade. With time, most of them give birth to children who are also kept away from the society. In this situation, they are denied most basic necessities of life such as education, clothing, good shelter, health and proper food.

Everybody must educate himself or herself on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the constitution of Ghana . It is not enough for one to know the law, people must demand for their rights. These, I believe are ways of preventing poverty.

Excerpted from Edem Doreen Akua Asimadu , Age Group 13-15, Ghana, Winner, Writing Contest for International Human Rights Day 2006, Cyberschoolbus, United Nations "

]]> Wed, 06 Jun 2007 15:55:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/215567 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/209639 I wish to congratulate All Africans -home and abroad- on their continues struggle and perseverance towards a better world for themselves.
IT is my hope that the African Union forges ahead to realise the aspirations and objectives of the African People as clearly stipulated in its mandate!
Viva Africa ! UhUrU Africa!
Selorm Kofi Dake
kofigladstone@yahoo.co.uk]]> Fri, 25 May 2007 04:52:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/209639 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166695 I am not astonished at all that a man who is confronted with the reality of hell in his own country will want to castigate others for his fate.
Mugabe, as I said yesterday must be called to order.African leaders must start calling spade spade and not a big spoon!
Time is not our friend .]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2007 16:52:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166695 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166453 Hiis surging human rights abuse record is worrying.
I watched with dismay and disdain the brutalities metted out to Tsivangirai and his supporters.
The African Union should act immediately to prevent the creation of another "Darfur" at Zimbabwe.
Mugabe must be told and reminded of what Sir Winston Churchill said that "Dictators ride on the back of lions and the lions are getting hungry anyway".
Democarcy has come to stay in Africa and that's what we embrace as Africans.]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2007 12:59:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166453 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166275 All those interested should visit the African Union homepage for details
www.africa-union.org
Thanks for spreading the message.



AFRICAN UNION


UNION AFRICAINE


UNIÃO AFRICANA
Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA P. O. Box 3243 Telephone: 551 7700 Fax: 551 7844
website: www.africa-union.org


MWALIMU NYERERE AFRICAN UNION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
FORMULAIRE D’INSCRIPTION POUR LA BOURSE DE L’UNION AFRICAINE MWALIMU NYERERE

Reference No. (for official use)/ Nº de Référence (pour usage officiel):
Received on/ Reçu le:


It is important to answer all the questions clearly, fully and accurately: Failure to do so may delay consideration of your application.
Il est important de répondre à toutes les rubriques exactement et complètement en caractères d'imprimerie sous peine de retarder l'examen de votre candidature.
PLEASE ATTACH A RECENT PHOTOGRAPH

VEUILLEZ COLLER
UNE PHOTOGRAPHIE
RECENTE.
Degree Applied for/ Diplôme que vous voulez preparer: University Admission (attach admission letter)/ Lettre d’admission (joindre la lettre) Highest Education Level attained (attach copies of certificates)/ Plus haut niveau d’étude atteint (joindre les copies des diplômes et attestations)
Title of Degree:
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Subject of Study/ Domaine d’étude:
………………………………………………………………. Name of University/ Nom de l’Université
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Address/ Adresse:
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City/ Ville:
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Country/ Pays:
………………………………………………… High School Diploma/ A levelsEcole préparatoire pour l’université/Niveau
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Other (specify)/ Autres (spécifier)
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Date of commencement of degree programme applied for:/ Date du commencement du programme d’étude pour lequel vous solliciter une bourse:
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Total cost estimate Cout total
Tuition Fees/ Frais de scolarité……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Lowest rate return travel/ Prix le moins cher du billet d’avion aller-retour………………………………………………………………………
Accommodation/Boarding fees/ Hebergement…………………………………………………………………………………………………… Other costs (specify)/ Autre (spécifier) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
1. NOM DE FAMILLE/FAMILY NAME PRENOMS / FIRST NAMES
NOM DE JEUNE FILLE / MAIDEN NAME
2. DATE DE NAISSANCE
DATE OF BIRTH
3. LIEU DE NAISSANCE
PLACE OF BIRTH


PAYS / COUNTRY 4. NATIONALITE ACTUELLE
PRESENT NATIONALITY
5. SEXE / SEX
Jour
Day Mois
Month Année
Year M


F






6. ADRESSE PERMANENTE / PERMANENT ADDRESS
ADRESSE ACTUELLE / PRESENT ADDRESS
(si différente de nº 6 / if different from nº 6)


7. Telephone Bureau / Office
Telephone Domicile / Home Fax Bureau / Office
Fax Domicile / Home e-mail:
8. SITUATION DE FAMILLE / MARITAL STATUS

Célibataire
Single

Marié(e) / Married

Date Autre, spécifiez
Other, specify please


10. CONNAISSANCE DES LANGUES / LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

(a) Quelle est votre langue maternelle? / What is your mother tongue ?
(b) Quelle est votre langue de travail?/ What is your working language ?
(c) Connaissez-vous une autre langue? Si oui, complétez le tableau ci-après/ Do you know any other language? If yes, complete the following table
Langue
Language Lisez-vous / Do you Read Ecrivez-vous /Do you Write Parlez-vous / Do you Speak
Très Bien
Very Well Bien
Well Passable
Fair Très Bien
Very Well Bien
Well Passable
Fair Très Bien
Very Well Bien
Well Passable
Fair



11. ETUDES / EDUCATION
(Veuillez joindre les copies de vos diplômes. Les originaux vous seront demandés si vous êtes sélectionnés)
(Please attach copy of your degree certificates or diplomas. Originals will be required if you are short listed)
(A) Enseignement supérieur / University or Equivalent
Nom de l'Etablissement - Ville - Pays Name of University - City - Country Période / Duration Diplôme Obtenu
Degree Obtained Sujet d'étude principal
Major field of study and Grades
De / From A / To


(B) Enseignement secondaire ou technique / Secondary or technical education
Etablissement - Ville - Pays
School - City - Country Genre d'enseignement
Type of Education Période / Duration Certificats ou diplômes obtenus
Certificates or diplomas obtained and grades
De / From A / To







12. FORMATION PROFESSIONNELLE / PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Nom et lieu de l'Institut de formation
Name and place of training Institute Type de formation
Type of training course Période / Duration Certificats ou diplômes obtenus
Certificates or diplomas obtained and grades
De / From A / To






15. DONNER LA LISTE DES PUBLICATIONS QUE VOUS AVEZ PARAITRE/LISTE DES DOCUMENTS, RAPPORTS, ARTICLES PERTINENTS / LIST RELEVANT DOCUMENTS, REPORTS, ARTICLES YOU HAVE PUBLISHED?


16. DONNER LA LISTE DES PRIX QUE VOUS AVEZ REMPORTER/TITRES ET DISTINCTIONS QUE VOUS AVEZ OBTENUES DANS LE DOMAINE ACADEMIQUE, PROFESSIONNEL ET SOCIAL (Précisez s’ils sont des distinctions financieres, honorifiques ou autre)
LIST ANY AWARDS/COMMENDATIONS FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP, OR PROFESSIONAL OR COMMUNITY SERVICE (State whether they are financial, honorary, or otherwise)



17. ETES VOUS MEMBRE D'UNE ASSOCIATION OU D'UN CORPS PROFESSIONNEL?
(une preuve de votre affiliation pourra vous être demandée)
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF ANY PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION?
(Evidence of status of membership may be required)

Oui
Yes
Si oui, lesquelles / If yes, specify
Non
No




18. ETES VOUS MEMBRE D'UNE ASSOCIATION OU D'UN CORPS?
(une preuve de votre affiliation pourra vous être demandée)
ARE YOU A MEMBER OF ANY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION?
(Evidence of status of membership may be required)

Oui
Yes
Si oui, lesquelles / If yes, specify
Non
No






19. FONCTIONS EXERCEES / EMPLOYMENT RECORD
(Commencer par l'emploi le plus récent / Starting with your most recent position)
Durée de l'emploi
Period of employment Salaire mensuel / Monthly salary
(State if voluntary or unpaid service) Désignation exacte de l'emploi occupé
Exact title of position occupied
De / From A / To Début / Starting Actuel / Present
Mois Année
Month Year Mois Année
Month Year Nom et titre du superviseur hiérarchique
Name and title of immediate supervisor

Nom et adresse de l'employeur
Name and address of employer


Nombre et catégorie des personnes que vous supervisez
Number and category of employees you supervised

Genre d'activité de l'employeur
Type of business of employer Motif du départ
Reason for leaving
Description concise de vos tâches, responsabilités et réalisations majeures
Describe concisely your duties, responsibilities and accomplishments.





Durée de l'emploi
Period of employment Salaire mensuel / Monthly salary (State if voluntary or unpaid service) Désignation exacte de l'emploi occupé
Exact title of position occupied
De / From A / To Début / Starting Actuel / Present
Mois Année
Month Year Mois Année
Month Year Nom et titre du supérieur hiérarchique direct
Name and title of immediate supervisor

Nom et adresse de l'employeur
Name and address of employer

Nombre et catégorie des personnes que vous supervisez
Number and category of employees you supervised

Genre d'activité de l'employeur
Type of business of employer Motif du départ
Reason for leaving
Description concise de vos tâches, responsabilités et accomplissements
Describe concisely your duties, responsibilities and accomplishments.










Durée de l'emploi
Period of employment Salaire mensuel / Monthly salary (State if voluntary or unpaid service) Désignation exacte de l'emploi occupé
Exact title of position occupied
De / From A / To Début / Starting Actuel / Present
Mois Année
Month Year Mois Année
Month Year Nom et titre du supérieur hiérarchique direct
Name and title of immediate supervisor

Nom et adresse de l'employeur
Name and address of employer

Nombre et catégorie des personnes que vous supervisez
Number and category of employees you supervised

Genre d'activité de l'employeur
Type of business of employer Motif du départ
Reason for leaving
Description concise de vos tâches, responsabilités et accomplissements
Describe concisely your duties, responsibilities and accomplishments.











20. Ecrivez en quelques paragraphes d’une longueur maximum de 2000 mots qui présenterait….

Attach a Statement of not more than 2,000 words explaining why you chose your field of study and its importance to Africa

21. Avez-vous un quelconque probleme médical ou incapacité physique qui pourrait avoir une incidence sur vos études? Si oui, veuillez donner des détails sur une feuille supplémentaire/ Do you have any medical condition or physical disability which might affect your studies? If yes, please give details on an additional sheet.



22. Avez-vous des objections à ce que nous prenions des informations auprès de votre employeur actuel/responsable de vos études pour recueillir des renseignements sur votre moralité, vos qualifications et sur vos aptitudes professionnelles ?/ Have you any objection to our making inquiries from your present employer/ academic supervisor regarding your character, qualifications and employment record?

Oui /Yes

Non / No

23. Avez-vous jamais été reconnu coupable ou condamné d'une peine d'amende ou de prison pour un délit autre qu'une infraction mineure en matière de circulation?/ Have you ever been convicted, fined or imprisoned for the violation of any law?

Oui /Yes

Non / No

Si oui, faites un exposé détaillé et complet de chaque cas en utilisant une feuille séparée./ If yes, give full particulars of each case in an attached statement.
25. REFERENCES
Donnez le nom et l'adresse de trois personnes n'ayant avec vous aucun lien de parenté et connaissant votre moralité et vos titres./List three persons, not related to you, who are familiar with your character and qualifications.

NOM COMPLET
FULL NAME AND TITLE EN QUELLE QUALITE ETES-VOUS CONNU VOUS CONNU PAR LA PERSONNE?
HOW ARE YOU KNOWN TO THE PERSON? ADRESSE COMPLETE
FULL ADDRESS













26. Je certifie que les déclarations que j'ai faites en réponses aux questions ci-dessus sont toutes, dans la mesure où je puis en être certain(e), vraies, complètes et exactes. Je prends note du fait que toute déclaration inexacte ou omission importante dans toute autre pièce requise par la Commission de l’Union africaine m'expose au rejet de ma candidature ou au licenciement si j'ai été engagé(e). Je prends aussi note du fait que cela m'expose également au retrait de toute offre ou à son immédiate annulation si l'offre à déjà été acceptée. La Commission de l’Union africaine pourra faire vérifier toutes les déclarations contenues dans la présente demande.

I certify that the statement made by me in answer to the foregoing questions are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission of material information made in this form will invalidate my application or may render me liable for termination after selection. I also understand that it may equally provide ground for withdrawal of any offer of a scholarship award or for its immediate cancellation if offer has already been accepted. The African Union Commission authorized to verify the correctness of all statements and declarations made in this application form.













Signature du candidat Date :
Signature of applicant

N'écrivez rien dans cette case.
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Selorm Kofi Dake]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:07:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166275 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166117 Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana declared 50 years ago that
"The independence of Ghana is meaningless unles it is linked up to the total liberation of Africa".
He also said "...the black man is capable of running his own affairs".
All Africans and other nationals are invited to join me to thorougly dissect this flesh of a debate.
Keep me posted.]]> Mon, 12 Mar 2007 13:06:00 EDT http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/166117 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/155909 How true this statement is.Hitherto, the gross abuse of and denial of people to human rights in Africa was left unquestioned.Today, as echoed by the former UN Chief, Human Rights are African Rights.
What are you doing as a youth to protect and project human rights in Africa.
I would love to hear from you]]> Sat, 27 Jan 2007 07:28:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/155909 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/85335 The MDGs Gorup Ghana calls you to join us for campaign,advocacy and action on the MDGs in Ghana.
Yes-we can make Ghana a better place through our combined efforts.

]]> Wed, 03 Jan 2007 05:06:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/85335 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/85225 The MDGs Gorup Ghana calls you to join us for campaign,advocacy and action on the MDGs in Ghana.
Yes-we can make Ghana a better place through our combined efforts.]]> Tue, 02 Jan 2007 06:33:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/85225 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/84909 Ghana is 50 years old and I personally invite you to come and experience the hospitality of the people of this dear nation.
God bless Ghana!]]> Fri, 29 Dec 2006 12:07:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/84909 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/78087 Well done Mr Kofi Annan.
Selorm Kofi Dake,
Ghana but a global citizen.]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2006 05:31:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/78087 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/76905 Most African leaders in recent times have turned to the West as the panacea to the problems that have bedevilled the continent.

This they do in respect of the natural resources that the continent has been blessed with. Africa, as a friend once put it, has all it takes to rather give assistance to the West but not to be a beggar as the situation seems to suggest.

Large deposits of natural resources such as gold, diamond, ivory, and timber, as well as oil, which determines the economic strength of a region, are in Africa yet still hunger, poverty and famine have engulfed the region to the extent that it is always being painted with a picture of gloom and hopelessness.

The continent has now been saddled with civil wars and bad governance from most of its leaders. African governments and people should know that there will be no end to what has been going on over decades.

American presidents and Western leaders talk about helping African peoples in poverty reduction and economic development, among others, but there is no sign of improvement and one may wonder why that state of affairs.

That is the effect of a lack of interest of the West in an African continent that is economically and socially developed.

There is interest in Africa’s oil, precious and rare-earth metals and other natural resources and, therefore, minimum of security measures are put in place, to ensure that mining and transporting of these products to overseas are carried out effectively and efficiently.

In colonial times, they said that Africans had no ability to run their states without Western help. Nowadays, the west has relations with Africa but are concerned that African governments are corrupt.

The so-called independent non-governmental organisations compose ratings that Western governments use for political manipulations and pressure. It recalls archaic ways of relations with colonies and protectorates.

The US budget deficit which was the result of the country’s occupation of Iraq costs about $8 billion monthly and more than $300 billion since the invasion in 2002, making it virtually impossible for Washington to meet its commitments and pledges, most of all to African nations.

The war in Iraq with tensions around Iran led to the collapse of the West’s Middle East policy with unpredictable negative consequences first of all on Asian and African nations.

Africa can be liberated from the state of hopelessness and gloom if its leaders adhere to the tenets of good governance instead of personal interest, add value to the natural resources that the continent have been blessed with before exporting them, and have confidence in themselves to improve their social status and economic lives without being solely dependent on the West.

Source:
Ghanaian graphic]]> Fri, 08 Dec 2006 05:16:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/76905 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/67147 Im ny considered opinion, he has performed creditably well considering the myriad of challenges he faced during his tenure and the way he responded but not reacted.The UN Human Rights Council, The UN Foundation, the reorganization of the security council and his sweeping proposal for the overhaul of the UN will be the legacies he would be remembered for.
To me, Kofi Annan brought the people of the world closer to UN and the UN closest to the people.
How do you rate his performance?
What is your opinion?]]> Sat, 18 Nov 2006 04:33:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/67147 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667 http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/62877 GRACIAS!-if you are the one to help.]]> Mon, 06 Nov 2006 13:57:00 EST http://selomselom.tigblog.org/post/62877 5.55 -0.21666675.55-0.2166667