Growing up in island country threatened by rising sea levels Nov 15, 2009
UNITED NATIONS, Nov. 14 (Xinhua) -- The future of the Maldives, the Indian Ocean islands facing the real prospect of disappearing into the sea, rests squarely in the hands of its younger generations. As sea levels rise and threaten the very existence of the Maldives, children and adolescents increasingly face the prospect of moving to higher ground, either within their national boundaries or beyond. (Xinhuanet, China)
No price hikes for Mango Nov 5, 2009
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Here, kitty kitty... Oct 26, 2009
check out our fantastic packages to the Indian Ocean islands. Have you booked a spot for summer. (iAfrica.com)
Travel: it's a scream Oct 26, 2009
check out our fantastic packages to the Indian Ocean islands. . (iAfrica.com)
Cruise season hots up Oct 15, 2009
A full schedule of long and short cruises to Mozambique and the Indian Ocean islands of Madagascar, Comores, Mauritius and Reunion continues through to April 2010. "Over 46 000 passengers have already booked cruises on MSC Sinfonia which makes it quite obvious that the ship has proved a major hit with the South African travelling public," said Allan Foggit, director of Starlight Cruises, the general sales agents for MSC Crociere in South Africa. (iAfrica.com)
Cholera breaks out in Tanzania schools Oct 9, 2009
The disease has dogged Tanzania on and off, often reported in the Indian Ocean islands of Pemba and Zanzibar, where three people died of the disease in September. jk/mw. (AlertNet)
Rambagh Palace Wins Best Hotel in Conde Nast Traveller Reader's Awards 2009 Sep 8, 2009
Taj West End, Bangalore was voted eighth best hotel in the 'Overseas Business Hotels' category and Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Maldives ranked eighteenth of all 'Overseas Leisure Hotels for Middle East, Africa & the Indian Ocean Islands. Situated within 20 acres of verdant landscaped gardens, encompassing the essence of the Garden City, Taj West End Bangalore is the corporate travellers' haven with impeccable accommodation and exceptional service. (PR Newswire)
H1N1 flu spreads to remote corners of the world-WHO Jul 28, 2009
H1N1 flu reaches Pacific, Caribbean, Indian Ocean islands. Real number of cases unknown because most not lab tested. (AlertNet)
AFRICA: The art of predicting Rift Valley Fever outbreaks Jul 22, 2009
It has since been detected across the African continent and as far afield as the Indian Ocean islands of Comoros and Madagascar. Remote sensing, a technique that uses recorded or real-time wireless sensing devices to collect information on an object or phenomenon, can be used to determine the environmental conditions that lead to outbreaks. (AlertNet)
No injuries as small plane lands on Texas highway Jul 16, 2009
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PHOTOS: Giant Rays' "Feeding Frenzy" Spots Protected Jul 2, 2009
July 1, 2009--A manta ray channels plankton-rich water through its mouth near Hanifaru, one of the Indian Ocean islands that make up the , in an undated photo. Hundreds of giant fish converge in Hanifaru Bay from May through November, when the lunar tide sucks krill and plankton to the surface, giving rays an all-you-can-eat buffet. (National Geographic)
* Yemeni plane crashes in ocean Jul 1, 2009
Two French military planes and a French ship left the Indian Ocean islands of Mayotte and Reunion to search for the plane. The planes have seen debris at the supposed point of impact, Ibrahim Kassim, an official at the regional air security body ASECNA, told reporters. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Child survives Comoros Islands air crash Jul 1, 2009
An emergency mission of civilian and military boats, led by two French military planes and a French ship, was sent from the Indian Ocean islands of Mayotte and Reunion after debris was spotted close to the Comoros coast. According to a Yemeni civil aviation official, Mohammad Abdel Qader, speaking in Sanaa, bodies had been seen floating in the water and a fuel slick was also visible about 17 nautical miles from Moroni. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Child may be the only survivor of plane crash Jul 1, 2009
An emergency mission of civilian and military boats assisted by two French military aircraft and a French ship were sent from the Indian Ocean islands of Mayotte and Reunion after debris from the Yemeni plane was spotted close to the coast. The crew of flight IY626 is believed to have confirmed with the control tower that it was approaching and ready to land, but they appear to have lost contact immediately afterwards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Country profile: Comoros Jun 30, 2009
The three Indian Ocean islands have experienced more than 20 coups or attempted coups, beginning just weeks after independence from France in 1975 when President Ahmed Abdallah was toppled in a coup assisted by French mercenary Colonel Bob Denard. Colonel Denard featured in several power struggles over the years. (BBC News)
Yemeni crash debris spotted in sea Jun 30, 2009
" It is the second tragedy in recent weeks for France after an Air France Airbus A330-200 crashed into the Atlantic off the coast of Brazil on June 1, killing all 228 people on board. Mohammad al-Sumairi, deputy general manager for Yemenia operations, said: "We still do not have information about the reason behind the crash or survivors. The weather conditions were rough; strong wind and high seas. (ITV news, UK -- News)
Yemeni plane crashes with 150 on board Jun 30, 2009
It said French military planes already took off from the Indian Ocean islands of Mayotte and Reunion to search for possible survivors of the crashed flight. Media reports cited Yemenia airport official as saying that most of the passengers on the plane were believed to be Comoros residents returning from Paris. (Xinhuanet, China)
Facebook Swahili version launched Jun 16, 2009
The bulk of Swahili-speakers live in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, parts of the Horn of Africa, Malawi, Mozambique and the Indian Ocean islands. Facebook already exists in some 50 language versions. (BBC News -- Technology)
Inside Seychelles May 14, 2009
The Seychelles, to the Indian Ocean islands of Mahe and Praslin. Why did you choose to travel there. (iAfrica.com)
Somali pirates seize Greek ship May 3, 2009
Saturday's attack on the Greek ship, the MV Ariana, took place about 250 nautical miles (460km) from the Indian Ocean islands. The vessel, said to be carrying 35,000 tons of soya, was sailing from the Middle East to Brazil, said Andrew Mwangura of the East African Seafarers Assistance Programme. (BBC News -- Europe)
Eutelsat's W2A Satellite Blasts off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome Apr 4, 2009
" Designed to replace Eutelsat's W1 satellite, W2A's payload of up to 46 Ku-band and 10 C-band transponders will almost triple capacity at one of the Group's most established neighbourhoods. Up to 46 Ku-band transponders, depending on operations, will be connected to a wide footprint of Europe, the Middle East and North Africa, and a second beam over southern Africa and Indian Ocean islands. It will benefit telecom operators, Internet Service Providers and professional video companies. 10 C-band... (PR Newswire)
New York May Get Wetter Than London as Warming Alters Ocean's Circulation Mar 16, 2009
He didnt have figures for Bangladesh and Pacific and Indian Ocean islands. Climate change is real and could have serious consequences for New York if we dont take action, New York in a Feb. 17 statement. (Bloomberg -- US)
Luxury hotels for Africa Feb 23, 2009
In addition Rezidor will continue to pursue the development of hotels in South Africa, Namibia, DRC and Nigeria, while also targeting the Indian Ocean Islands ... Andrew McLachlan, Rezidors vice president for business development in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands, said the group will continue to focus on new build hotel projects and conversion opportunities of existing unbranded hotels and hotels currently operated by competitor hotel groups in South Africa. (iAfrica.com)
Bob's your uncle Feb 20, 2009
Exhausted from years of travelling, mainly between work and home, Ben Trovato now writes for beer money and lives in the hope that someone will one day commission a piece on the Indian Ocean islands. . (iAfrica.com)
Rezidor pushes hotel expansion Feb 20, 2009
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Travel tales in The Departure Lounge Feb 10, 2009
Exhausted from years of travelling, mainly between work and home, Ben Trovato now writes for beer money and lives in the hope that someone will one day commission a piece on the Indian Ocean islands. Related Articles. (iAfrica.com)
Eutelsat Communications Reports First Half 2008-2009 Growth Exceeding its Objectives Feb 10, 2009
The table below highlights the strongest growth rates during the first-half 2008-2009: Orbital position Markets served Channel count at Year-on-year Dec.31, 2008 growth 36degreesEast Russia, Ukraine, 440 +31% W4, SESAT 1 Africa 16degreesEast Central Europe, 384 +18% W2 Indian Ocean islands 9degrees East Europe, 149 +96% EUROBIRD(TM) 9 Mediterranean Basin 7degrees/8degreesWest North Africa, 276 +35% ATLANTIC BIRD(TM)2 & 4 Middle East - More than twofold increase in HDTV channels. The number of... (PR Newswire)
