Press releases May 2008
Press releases for May 2008.
London teenager wins Christian Aid search for gospel talent of the future
May 29 2008 - Zoe Oputah, a 15 year old from South Bermondsey in London, has been chosen as the winner of a national gospel talent competition launched by international development agency Christian Aid and Rockhill Music.
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South Africa violence condemned
May 21 2008 - Christian Aid partner, the South African Council of Churches (SACC) has expressed shock and sadness over the violence directed at foreigners living in the Alexandra township, north of Johannesburg.
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Tax evasion costs the lives of 1,000 children a day
May 12 2008 -The lives of 1,000 young children a day are being lost to disease and poverty in poor countries because of illegal trade-related tax evasion, says a new report from Christian Aid.
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Christian Aid launches Burma cyclone appeal
May 6 2008 - Christian Aid has launched an appeal to help the hundreds of thousands left without shelter, food or water in Burma after Cyclone Nargis hit the country.
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You're hired! Alan Sugar tops poll
May 2 2008 - Quizaid poll reveals Apprentice boss, Sir Alan Sugar, as UK's No 1 quiz teammate.
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Christian Aid ready to respond as cyclone hits Burma
May 2 2008 - Christian Aid is calling on the international community and the Burmese government to use all available means to help those affected by cyclone Nargis.
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