Topic: John Evans Atta Mills
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Ghana pulls off sixth 'free and fair' election in model for region
Despite problems with the voter registry and allegations of vote rigging, Ghanaians have once again chosen their president: John Dramani Mahama.
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After death of Ghana's president, a calm transition
After the death of President John Evans Atta Mills, Ghana peacefully transferred power to its vice president – a reminder that not all political transitions in West Africa are violent.
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Ghana takes steps to avoid oil curse
The 'model' West African nation of Ghana last week announced a five-year road map to make sure the economy is not overly dependent on oil, but the policy papers are short on details.
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Africa Monitor
African Union leaders divided about Ivory Coast interventionThe theme at this week's annual African Union summit is 'shared values,' but it's clear there is little shared vision for how to handle the increasingly violent post-election crisis in Ivory Coast.
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Africa Monitor
As Ivory Coast stalemate worsens, so do the chances of military interventionAlthough the West African regional body, ECOWAS, has threatened to use force to remove incumbent President Laurent Gbabgo, nobody wants to ignite a second civil war in Ivory Coast.
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Africa Monitor
As Ghana begins oil production, Ghanaians worry about 'oil curse'Although Ghanaians are excited by commercial oil production, there is concern that Ghana isn't prepared to handle oil revenue properly.
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Africa Monitor
USA vs. Ghana: Ghana carries the hopes of a continent on its shouldersGhana's Black Stars are Africa's last remaining team in the World Cup. A win against the United States would take them through to the quarter-finals.
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Ghana's new president: Africa's symbol of a working democracy
John Atta Mills took the oath of office Wednesday after a closely contested race.
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Rumors of cocaine money taint Ghana vote
The West African nation's status as a drug-trafficking hub has led to allegations of political corruption ahead of Sunday's presidential vote.
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