WASHINGTON, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — RemarksJonathan ShrierActing Special Representative, Office of Global Food SecurityJohannesburg, South AfricaDecember 4, 2013The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates 842 million people suffer from chronic hunger. By 2050, global agricultural production will need to rise by at least 60% to meet the demands of a growing population with changing dietary requirements, all in the face of climate change and drastically increasing pressure on water and other natural resources.We understand that climate change and environmental degradation can affect the sustainability of investments in agricultural development and food security, impede long-term economic growth, and…
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BERN, Switzerland, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — It is with great sadness that the President of the Swiss Confederation, Ueli Maurer, heard the news of the death of Nelson Mandela. On behalf of the people of Switzerland and the Federal Council, Mr Maurer conveys his sincere condolences to the people and government of South Africa. The President of the Swiss Confederation extends its deepest sympathies to the family of the former President of South Africa. He shares with the South African people their great pain on this very sad occasion.With the passing of Nelson Mandela, South Africa, the…
GENEVA, Switzerland, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The international football community has today learnt the sad news of the passing of former South African President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Nelson Mandela. FIFA President Joseph S. Blatter:“It is in deep mourning that I pay my respects to an extraordinary person, probably one of the greatest humanists of our time and a dear friend of mine: Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. He and I shared an unwavering belief in the extraordinary power of football to unite people in peace and friendship, and to teach basic social and educational values as a…
DUBLIN, Ireland, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — It is with deep sadness and regret that I learned tonight of the passing of Nelson Mandela, a man who holds an extraordinary place in the hearts of the Irish people. Nelson Mandela had a truly global presence. We all feel part of his extended worldwide family, sharing in the sadness at his death and the celebration of his life. No few words can express the debt of gratitude that is due to Mr. Mandela for all that he achieved and stood for. Quite simply, he transformed South Africa, and he…
LONDON, United-Kingdom, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Following the death of Nelson Mandela, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said: “It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of Nelson Mandela. “Nelson Mandela was one of the greatest moral and political leaders of our time. His life story is a compelling and inspiringly profound political journey. An international icon and inspiration to millions, his appeal transcended race, religion and class. He was at once a leader of immense character and strength, and a man closely attuned to the needs of his people. “Nelson Mandela once wrote,…
GENEVA, Switzerland, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Today, we bid farewell to a man who dedicated his life to advancing the cause of equality for all of humanity. In 2006, the South African Red Cross Society honoured Nobel Peace Prize winner Nelson Mandela as their first humanitarian award recipient for his outstanding achievement on humanitarian issues. Presenting the award, the society’s President Mandisa Kalako-Williams said: “Nominating Nelson Mandela for this award was easy. Mandela has taught us to forgive.”Nelson Mandela, a former political prisoner and later thefirst black President of South Africa, inspired millions in his quest for…
WASHINGTON, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press StatementJohn KerrySecretary of StateWashington, DCDecember 5, 2013Madiba’s ‘long walk to freedom’ gave new meaning to courage, character, forgiveness, and human dignity. Now that his long walk has ended, the example he set for all humanity lives on. He will be remembered as a pioneer for peace.There are some truly brave people in this world whom you meet and you’re forever changed for the experience. Nelson Mandela remains Teresa’s hero, and a person who inspired her as a young woman to march with her classmates against apartheid. We had the honor of…
GENEVA, Switzerland, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — “Millions of people, including many who never met him, will feel deep personal sorrow at today’s news, since Nelson Mandela was perhaps the greatest moral leader of our time.Despite 27 years in prison, he never followed the path of vengeance. I remember well how, when he was finally released, feelings in South Africa were boiling: feelings of hatred, a thirst for revenge, a burning desire to discriminate against those who had so ruthlessly discriminated against us. I shared some of those feelings – it was hard not to, after living so…
WASHINGTON, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Today, we have lost one of history’s great leaders. I extend my deepest condolences to the Mandela family and to the government and people of South Africa, the Republic that President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela helped free from the cruelty and hatred of apartheid and forged anew into a rainbow nation of hope and healing. I will always cherish the honor and memory of knowing him.Even as we mourn, we remember how privileged the world was to witness the transformation he wrought by changing minds and hearts. He was apartheid’s captive but never…
PLANO, TX, December 6, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — DreamTrips™ Vacation Club (https://dreamtrips.com), one of the world’s leading travel and vacation club membership organizations, was named “World’s Leading Travel Club” at the 2013 World Travel Awards Grand Final, the highest honor awarded in the global travel industry. The awards ceremony, which recognizes the elite in the travel and hospitality industry, took place at La Cigale Hotel in Doha, Qatar, on November 30, 2013.“It is a great honor to be recognized by our global industry as the world’s best travel and vacation club,” said Jim Menge, Vice President, DreamTrips Product Marketing.…