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    <title>Brava News &amp; title_category: Politics</title>
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        <title>Congresswoman Maria Antónia Alves Visits Communities on Brava and Promises to Bring Their Concerns to the Government&amp;apos;s Attention</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Congresswoman Maria Antonia Alves Visits Communities in Brava and Promises to Bring Their Concerns to the Government</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, September 29, 2026 (Bravanews) — Maria Antónia Alves, the National Assembly member-elect for the Brava electoral district, recently visited several towns, where she took the opportunity to engage directly with the communities and hear firsthand the main concerns raised by residents from different areas. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:36:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Brave: MpD MP warns of constraints on the Lomba Tantum cable car.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brave MPD deputy warns of constraints on the Lomba Tantum cable car.</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Ivone Cardoso, a Member of Parliament for the Movement for Democracy (MpD, opposition) elected for the Brava constituency, today expressed concern about the situation of the cable car in the fishing community of Lomba Tantum, which is currently out of service. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:45:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brave: MpD MP warns of constraints on the Lomba Tantum cable car.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Mosteiros highlights the Government&amp;apos;s openness to supporting structuring projects.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Mayor of Mosteiros highlights government's openness to supporting structural projects.</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of Mosteiros, Fábio Vieira, highlighted this Tuesday, the 22nd, the Government&#039;s openness and willingness to strengthen cooperation with the municipality and support the implementation of structuring local development projects. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:53:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Mosteiros highlights the Government&#039;s openness to supporting structuring projects.</media:keywords>
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        <title>UN: Prime Minister Reiterates Cape Verde&amp;apos;s Commitment to Multilateralism</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/un-prime-minister-reiterates-cape-verde's-commitment-to-multilateralism</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Speaking yesterday at the panel discussion on the Implementation of the Pact for the Future in Africa, Francisco Carvalho reaffirmed Cape Verde’s commitment to multilateralism, to the African Union’s Agenda 2063, and to accelerating the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:44:07 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>UN: Prime Minister Reiterates Cape Verde&#039;s Commitment to Multilateralism</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister Attends UN General Assembly for the First Time</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-attends-un-general-assembly-for-the-first-time</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho is attending the United Nations (UN) General Assembly for the first time, where he will deliver his first speech before dozens of heads of state and government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:25:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister Attends UN General Assembly for the First Time</media:keywords>
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        <title>Paulo Veiga wins the MpD elections in Brava with 74 votes</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Paulo Veiga Wins MPD Elections in Brava with 74 Votes</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Preliminary, still unofficial results indicate a victory for Paulo Veiga in the election for president of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) on the island of Brava. The candidate is reported to have received 74 votes, compared to 43 for Meno Fernandes, while Filipe Tavares reportedly received no votes. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:27:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Paulo Veiga wins the MpD elections in Brava with 74 votes</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: 503 MpD members registered to elect a new president</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-503-mpd-members-registered-to-elect-a-new-president</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ On Brava Island, 503 members of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) are registered to vote and will participate in the election to choose the party’s next president. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:13:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: 503 MpD members registered to elect a new president</media:keywords>
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        <title>The MpD goes to the polls today to choose its new leader from among three candidates</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-goes-to-the-polls-today-to-elect-a-new-leader-from-among-three-candidates</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Today, Sunday, MpD party members will choose between Paulo Veiga, Luís Filipe Tavares, and Herménio Fernandes to succeed as leader of the party, which has been under interim leadership since Ulisses Correia e Silva resigned following the defeat in the legislative elections ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:51:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The MpD goes to the polls today to choose a new leader from among three candidates</media:keywords>
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        <title>Elections/MpD: Paulo Veiga convinced he will be the new party president on Sunday.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ElectionsMPD - Paulo Veiga convinced that he will be the new party president on Sunday</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The candidate for leadership of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), Paulo Veiga, expressed his conviction today that his candidacy will win the internal elections on Sunday, the 6th, due to the way his message and proposals have been received. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2026 18:56:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Elections/MpD: Paulo Veiga convinced he will be the new party president on Sunday.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava hopeful of working with the Government to overcome the island&amp;apos;s challenges.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/edil-da-brava-esperancoso-em-trabalhar-com-governo-para-superar-desafios-da-ilha</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, expressed today his hope that the municipality and the government can work together to overcome the island&#039;s main challenges. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:14:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava hopeful of working with the Government to overcome the island&#039;s challenges.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Joana Rosa wants a presidency based on engagement and dialogue with citizens</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Joana Rosa Wants a Presidency Based on Close Engagement and Dialogue with Citizens</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Joana Rosa, a candidate in the 2026 presidential election, stated today that her candidacy represents “civil society” and is “open to Cape Verde,” advocating for a presidency that is accessible to the people, based on dialogue with citizens, and committed to the independent exercise of constitutional powers. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:09:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Joana Rosa wants a presidency based on engagement and dialogue with citizens</media:keywords>
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        <title>Presidential elections 2026: Milton Paiva maintains his pre&amp;candidacy despite MpD&amp;apos;s support for Joana Rosa.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/presidential elections 2026 - Milton Paiva maintains pre-candidacy for president despite MPD support for Joana Rosa.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/presidential elections 2026 - Milton Paiva maintains pre-candidacy for president despite MPD support for Joana Rosa.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Presidential candidate Milton Paiva stated today that he is maintaining his candidacy for the presidential elections, despite the MpD party having officially announced its support for Joana Rosa. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:07:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Presidential elections 2026: Milton Paiva maintains his pre-candidacy despite MpD&#039;s support for Joana Rosa.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister Downplays José Maria Neves’s Veto and Says It’s “All Part of the Democratic Process”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister Downplays José Maria Neves' Veto and Says It's All Part of the Democratic Process</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister Downplays José Maria Neves' Veto and Says It's All Part of the Democratic Process</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho today described the President’s rejection of Júlio César Martins’s nomination for the position of Attorney General as a “normal decision in a democracy.” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:52:27 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister Downplays José Maria Neves’s Veto and Says “It’s All Part of the Democratic Process”</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: The Nossa Senhora do Monte municipal office is expected to begin operations later this year</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/The Municipal Delegation of Nossa Senhora do Monte in Brava Is Expected to Begin Operations Later This Year</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava announced today that the Nossa Senhora do Monte Municipal Delegation is expected to resume operations later this year, with the aim of bringing local government closer to the residents and boosting the parish’s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:05:14 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: The Nossa Senhora do Monte municipal office is expected to begin operations later this year</media:keywords>
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        <title>Member of Parliament Maria Antónia Alves pays a working visit to the President of the CMB, Amandio Brito.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/congresswoman Maria Antonia Alves fulfills working visit to the president of the CMB, Amandio Brito</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/congresswoman Maria Antonia Alves fulfills working visit to the president of the CMB, Amandio Brito</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, August 20, 2026 (Bravanews) - Member of Parliament Maria Antónia Alves was received on a courtesy and working visit by the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito. The high-level meeting had as its central purpose the alignment of strategies to boost the socio-economic development of the island and strengthen the articulation between local government and the national sphere. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:25:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Member of Parliament Maria Antónia Alves pays a working visit to the President of the CMB, Amandio Brito.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Country: José Pedro Chantre d’Oliveira, Cape Verde’s Ambassador to Brazil — “Cape Verde needs to pick up the pace—and do so with quality—in everything it does”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Pais-Jose-Pedro-Chantre-Doliveira, Cape Verde's Ambassador to Brazil: "Cape Verde needs to pick up the pace and ensure quality in everything it does."</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verde and Brazil are experiencing a period of strong political and historical ties, but the bilateral relationship is still far from realizing its full potential, argues José Pedro Chantre D’Oliveira. As his term as Cape Verde’s ambassador to Brazil draws to a close, the diplomat believes the country must move beyond “talk and dreams” and urgently position itself as an investment hub and bridge between Brazil and Africa, capitalizing on the strategic importance of the relationship and the visibility gained through the Blue Sharks’ participation in the 2026 World Cup. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:59:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Country: José Pedro Chantre d’Oliveira, Cape Verde’s Ambassador to Brazil — “Cape Verde needs to pick up the pace—and do so with quality—in everything it does”</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister of Economy, Trade, Industry, and Digital Transition Holds Strategic Consultation on Cape Verde’s Digital Future</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister of Economy, Trade, Industry, and Digital Transition Holds Strategic Consultation on Cape Verde's Digital Future-10343</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ On Thursday, August 6, in the city of Praia, António Baptista, Minister of Economy, Trade, Industry, and Digital Transition, hosted the strategic consultation titled “Digital Transformation in Cape Verde: Current Situation and Paths for the Future.” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:06:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister of Economy, Trade, Industry, and Digital Transition Holds Strategic Consultation on Cape Verde’s Digital Future</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho Inaugurates Paved Roads in Levada and Achada Costa in São Lourenço dos Órgãos</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho Inaugurates Paved Roads in Levada and Achada Costa in São Lourenço dos Órgãos</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho presided over, on the afternoon of Thursday, August 6, the inauguration ceremony for the new paved roads in the towns of Levada and Achada Costa, in the municipality of São Lourenço dos Órgãos, as part of an initiative aimed at improving mobility, enhancing road safety, and boosting the region’s socioeconomic development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:05:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister Francisco Carvalho Inaugurates Paved Roads in Levada and Achada Costa in São Lourenço dos Órgãos</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister Clóvis Silva visits the Registry, Notary and Identification Services.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister Clovis Silva visits registry, notary and identification services.</link>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Justice, Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Parliamentary Affairs and Social Communication, Clóvis Silva, visited yesterday, August 6th, the Registry, Notary and Identification services, RNI, namely the National Archive of Civil and Criminal Identification and the three Notary Offices in the city of Praia. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:03:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister Clóvis Silva visits the Registry, Notary and Identification Services.</media:keywords>
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        <title>IMF says it did not assess budget execution during mission to Cape Verde following statements by Prime Minister.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/IMF says it did not assess budget execution during mission to Cape Verde after statements from the Prime Minister.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/IMF says it did not assess budget execution during mission to Cape Verde after statements from the Prime Minister.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The International Monetary Fund (IMF) clarified on Friday that it did not assess Cape Verde&#039;s budget execution during its technical visit to the country, as it had not received data for that purpose, after the Prime Minister stated that the mission had identified a &quot;surge&quot; in spending. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:15:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>IMF says it did not assess budget execution during mission to Cape Verde following statements by Prime Minister.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government to Replace Ambassadors and Suspend Operations of the King Air 360 ER, Minister Says</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/"Government to Replace Ambassadors and Suspend King Air 360ER Operations, Says Minister"</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/"Government to Replace Ambassadors and Suspend King Air 360ER Operations, Says Minister"</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, Regional Integration, and Defense announced this Friday, the 31st, that the government will replace ambassadors in strategic posts and suspend operations of the King Air 360ER aircraft due to high maintenance costs. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:13:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government to Replace Ambassadors and Suspend Operations of the King Air 360 ER, Minister Says</media:keywords>
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        <title>Paulo Veiga formally announces his candidacy for the leadership of the MpD and promises to bring the party closer to its members</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Paulo Veiga Formalizes His Candidacy for the Leadership of the MPD and Promises to Bring the Party Closer to Its Members</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Paulo Veiga Formalizes His Candidacy for the Leadership of the MPD and Promises to Bring the Party Closer to Its Members</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ MpD presidential candidate Paulo Veiga formally announced his candidacy for the party leadership today, stating that he is the best choice to strengthen ties with party members and promote internal renewal. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:42:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Paulo Veiga formally announces his candidacy for the leadership of the MpD and promises to bring the party closer to its members</media:keywords>
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        <title>The weight of silence, chronic inaction, and the lack of responses from Representative Ivone Cardoso</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/The Weight of Silence, Chronic Inertia, and the Lack of Responses from Congresswoman Ivone Cardoso</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/The Weight of Silence, Chronic Inertia, and the Lack of Responses from Congresswoman Ivone Cardoso</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, July 25, 2026 (Bravanews) - At the heart of democratic representation lies the word. The very etymology of the term “parliament” refers to the act of speaking, debating, raising one’s voice, and, above all, being accountable to those who granted the mandate. However, in the political landscape of the Brava electoral district, the stance of Ivone Cardoso, the national deputy for the Movement for Democracy (MpD), has been marked by a strange and persistent culture of silence—an attitude that unsettles and disappoints an ever-growing segment of Brava’s population. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:12:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The weight of silence, chronic inaction, and the lack of responses from Representative Ivone Cardoso</media:keywords>
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        <title>Maria Antónia Alves Makes Her Debut in Parliament with a Renewed Commitment to the Island of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Maria Antonia Alves Makes Her Debut in Parliament with a Renewed Commitment to Ilha da Brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Maria Antonia Alves Makes Her Debut in Parliament with a Renewed Commitment to Ilha da Brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, July 25, 2026 (Bravanews) — On July 17, 2026, Cape Verde’s new National Assembly witnessed the parliamentary debut of Representative Maria Antónia Alves. Elected from the Brava constituency on the ticket of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), the lawmaker took her seat during one of the most significant moments on the national political calendar: the presentation of the Government’s Program and the subsequent vote on and approval of the Motion of Confidence, which kicked off the 11th Legislative Session. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 06:01:27 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Maria Antónia Alves Makes Her Debut in Parliament with a Renewed Commitment to the Island of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Angolan Parliament Speaker Accepts Invitation to Visit Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Speaker of the Angolan Parliament Accepts Invitation to Visit Cape Verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Speaker of the Angolan Parliament Accepts Invitation to Visit Cape Verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of Cape Verde&#039;s National Assembly, Janira Hopffer Almada, announced today that her Angolan counterpart has accepted an invitation to make an official visit to the archipelago to strengthen parliamentary cooperation between the two countries ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:22:19 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Angolan Parliament Speaker Accepts Invitation to Visit Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Justice Minister Clóvis Isildo Silva has adopted a style of governance based on dialogue, engagement, and new approaches to communication</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister of Justice Clovis Isildo Silva Adopts a Style of Governance Based on Dialogue, Close Engagement, and New Communication Dynamics</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister of Justice Clovis Isildo Silva Adopts a Style of Governance Based on Dialogue, Close Engagement, and New Communication Dynamics</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, July 19, 2026 (Bravanews) - The new Minister of Justice, the Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Parliamentary Affairs, and Media, Clóvis Isildo Silva, has stood out during the first months of his term for adopting an unusually open and communicative approach. His leadership at the helm of a super-ministry has captured the attention of the public and political analysts, who point to him as one of the most dynamic figures in the current Cape Verdean government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:37:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Justice Minister Clóvis Isildo Silva has adopted a style of governance based on dialogue, engagement, and new approaches to communication</media:keywords>
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        <title>Comprehensive analysis and structured synthesis of the Government Program of the XI Legislature of Cape Verde (2026–2031): &amp;quot;Cape Verde For All&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/comprehensive-analysis-and-structured-synthesis-of-the-government-program-of-the-11th-legislature-of-Cape Verde-2026-2031-Cape Verde-for-all</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/comprehensive-analysis-and-structured-synthesis-of-the-government-program-of-the-11th-legislature-of-Cape Verde-2026-2031-Cape Verde-for-all</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Government Programme of the XI Legislature (2026-2031), entitled &quot;Cape Verde For All&quot;, constitutes the macro-strategic framework guiding public policies and structural reforms for the next five years. The document emerges at a historical moment of complex global transitions, characterized by dynamics of demographic change, severe pressures resulting from climate change, and a new wave of digital technological transition. As a Small Island Developing State, the archipelago faces a set of well-known structural vulnerabilities, among which are the scarcity of natural resources, territorial fragmentation, and strong dependence on exogenous shocks. However, this Programme adopts a transformative perspective that aims to reverse these contingencies into vectors of opportunity through the full exploitation of its central geostrategic location and the country&#039;s institutional stability. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:04:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Comprehensive analysis and structured synthesis of the Government Program of the XI Legislature of Cape Verde (2026–2031): &quot;Cape Verde For All&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament approved the government&amp;apos;s legislative agenda; Maria Antonia Alves voted in favor, while Ivone Cardoso voted against it</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament Approves the Government's Agenda for the Legislative Session; Maria Antonia Alves Voted in Favor, While Ivone Cardoso Voted Against</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament Approves the Government's Agenda for the Legislative Session; Maria Antonia Alves Voted in Favor, While Ivone Cardoso Voted Against</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, July 18, 2026 (Bravanews) — The parliamentary debate over the approval of the Government’s Program for the 11th Legislature, which will guide Cape Verde’s course from 2026 to 2031, proved to be one of the most intense and hotly contested political moments in the archipelago’s recent democratic history, capturing attention from the north to the south of the country. The parliamentary caucuses presented sharply contrasting views on the economic and social paths the nation should take, transforming the chamber into a veritable arena of high-stakes ideological and programmatic clashes. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:01:01 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament approved the government&#039;s legislative agenda; Maria Antonia Alves voted in favor, while Ivone Cardoso voted against it</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister of Justice visits Brava Island and commits to the construction of the New Palace of Justice.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister of Justice visits Brava Island and commits to building the new Palace of Justice.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Minister of Justice visits Brava Island and commits to building the new Palace of Justice.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, July 17, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Minister of Justice, Presidency of the Council of Ministers, Parliamentary Affairs and Social Communication, Clovis Isildo Silva, made an important official working visit to Brava Island, marking a strong presence of the Central Government in the region. This trip was part of a continuous effort to decentralize and get closer to local communities, allowing the minister to see the reality of the sector on the southernmost island of the archipelago. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:30:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister of Justice visits Brava Island and commits to the construction of the New Palace of Justice.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government Agenda Prioritizes Government Reform, Transportation, Education, and Health Care as the Focus of the New Legislative Session</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-agenda-focuses-on-government-reform-with-transportation-education-and-health-at-the-center-of-the-new-legislative-session</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-agenda-focuses-on-government-reform-with-transportation-education-and-health-at-the-center-of-the-new-legislative-session</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Government Program, a document that outlines the government’s strategy for governance beginning in 2026, centers on the so-called “Cape Verde for All” Agenda, which combines state reform, strengthening the justice and security systems, a new economic agenda, and a package of social policies with an emphasis on education and health. Among the announced priorities are also concrete measures for air and maritime transportation, identified as essential for territorial cohesion in an archipelagic country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:10:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government Agenda Prioritizes Government Reform, Transportation, Education, and Health Care as the Focus of the New Legislative Session</media:keywords>
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        <title>&amp;quot;A narrative, no matter how well crafted, does not govern a country&amp;quot; — Luís Carlos Silva, parliamentary leader of the MpD, on the government&amp;apos;s agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/"No matter how well-crafted a narrative may be, it does not govern a country," said Luis Carlos Silva, parliamentary leader of the MPD, regarding the government's program.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/"No matter how well-crafted a narrative may be, it does not govern a country," said Luis Carlos Silva, parliamentary leader of the MPD, regarding the government's program.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the MpD parliamentary caucus, Luís Carlos Silva, argued that the Government’s Program prioritizes “the construction of a political narrative” at the expense of defining priorities and concrete solutions for the country, contending that the document fails to clarify how the main measures announced will be financed and implemented. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:32:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>&quot;A narrative, no matter how well crafted, does not govern a country&quot; — Luís Carlos Silva, parliamentary leader of the MpD, on the government&#039;s agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Manuel Rosa&amp;apos;s Change in Stance on Social Media Sparks a Wave of Criticism and Questions</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Manuel Rosa's Change in Stance on Social Media Sparks a Wave of Criticism and Questions</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Manuel Rosa's Change in Stance on Social Media Sparks a Wave of Criticism and Questions</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Praia, June 27, 2026 (Bravanews) — Manuel Rosa, one of the most active and vocal figures on social media in the Cape Verdean political debate, surprised his followers and critics by radically changing the privacy settings on his official accounts. Known for his fierce and relentless opposition to the policies of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), Rosa—now appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs, Communities, and National Defense—has decided to restrict access to his social media platforms, limiting who can view and interact with his content. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:52:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Manuel Rosa&#039;s Change in Stance on Social Media Sparks a Wave of Criticism and Questions</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament is expected to review the government&amp;apos;s program on July 3</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament Is Set to Review the Government's Program on July 3</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament Is Set to Review the Government's Program on July 3</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Standing Committee of the National Assembly will meet this Thursday to set the date for the special session to review the Government’s Program and vote on the corresponding motion of confidence. July 3 is currently the likely date for the parliamentary debate. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:40:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament is expected to review the government&#039;s program on July 3</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ulisses Correia e Silva resigns from his seat in Congress and steps away from active politics</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Ulisses Correia e Silva Resigns from His Seat in Congress and Steps Away from Active Politics</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Ulisses Correia e Silva Resigns from His Seat in Congress and Steps Away from Active Politics</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Praia, June 20, 2026 (Bravanews — The former Prime Minister of Cape Verde, Ulisses Correia e Silva, who had been elected to the National Assembly in the last legislative elections, officially announced his resignation from the National Assembly of the 11th Legislature. The decision marks the end of a cycle spanning several decades dedicated to public service and political leadership in the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:42:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses Correia e Silva resigns from his seat in Congress and steps away from active politics</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Carvalho promises “work, work, work” and says that “no Cape Verdean should be left behind”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Francisco Carvalho promises work, work, work, and says that no Cape Verdean should be left behind</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Francisco Carvalho promises work, work, work, and says that no Cape Verdean should be left behind</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In his inaugural address, the new prime minister promised to fulfill the commitments he made during the election campaign and assured the public that the government’s focus will be on addressing the population’s most urgent needs. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:46:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Carvalho promises “work, work, work” and says that “no Cape Verdean should be left behind”</media:keywords>
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        <title>José Maria Neves challenges the new government to follow the example of the Blue Sharks and calls for national unity.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Jose Maria Neves challenges the new government to follow the example of the Blue Sharks and appeals to national unity.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Jose Maria Neves challenges the new government to follow the example of the Blue Sharks and appeals to national unity.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Head of State used Cape Verde&#039;s historic qualification for the World Cup as an inspiring example to challenge the new leaders to reach new levels of economic and social development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 08:45:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José Maria Neves challenges the new government to follow the example of the Blue Sharks and calls for national unity.</media:keywords>
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        <title>“This election belongs to all Cape Verdean women,” says the first woman to serve as President of the National Assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/"This election belongs to all Cape Verdean women," says the first female president of the National Assembly</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/"This election belongs to all Cape Verdean women," says the first female president of the National Assembly</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Janira Hopffer Almada was elected President of the National Assembly on Thursday, the 17th, with 63 votes in favor, thus becoming the first woman to hold the position since the country’s independence. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:28:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>“This election belongs to all Cape Verdean women, ” says the first woman to serve as President of the National Assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>Clóvis Silva, Adélsia Almeida, João do Carmo, Carlos Tavares, and Eveline Ramos are expected to join the new government team led by Francisco Carvalho.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Clovis Silva, Adelsia Almeida, João do Carmo, Carlos Tavares, and Eveline Ramos are expected to join the new government team led by Francisco Carvalho.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Clovis Silva, Adelsia Almeida, João do Carmo, Carlos Tavares, and Eveline Ramos are expected to join the new government team led by Francisco Carvalho.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The National Assembly approved this Thursday, the 18th, the suspension of the mandates of six PAICV deputies who are expected to join the new government team. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 20:23:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Clóvis Silva, Adélsia Almeida, João do Carmo, Carlos Tavares, and Eveline Ramos are expected to join the new government team led by Francisco Carvalho.</media:keywords>
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        <title>National Assembly: The inaugural session of the 11th Legislature will take place on June 18</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/National Assembly: Inaugural Session of the 11th Legislature to Be Held on June 18</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/National Assembly: Inaugural Session of the 11th Legislature to Be Held on June 18</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Next week, the new legislative session will begin with the formal swearing-in of the 72 representatives elected on May 17. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 05:41:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>National Assembly: The inaugural session of the 11th Legislature will take place on June 18</media:keywords>
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        <title>David Leite: If Francisco Carvalho keeps everything he&amp;apos;s promised, he&amp;apos;s a hero</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/david-leite-se-francisco-carvalho-fulfills-everything-he-promises-and-is-a-hero</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/david-leite-se-francisco-carvalho-fulfills-everything-he-promises-and-is-a-hero</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ For David Leite, a journalist and diplomat, the PAICV&#039;s victory is based as much on political communication as on the erosion of power and opens a new political cycle marked by tension between ambitious promises and the limits of the country&#039;s resources. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 13:24:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>David Leite: If Francisco Carvalho keeps everything he&#039;s promised, he&#039;s a hero</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor calls working visit to the United States &amp;quot;very productive&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-chamber-president-classifies-very-productive-work-visit-to-united-states</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-chamber-president-classifies-very-productive-work-visit-to-united-states</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of the island of Brava today called his working visit to the United States &quot;very good and productive&quot;, highlighting gains, especially in strengthening cooperation with the city of Pawtucket. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 12:34:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Mayor calls working visit to the United States &quot;very productive&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former mayor accused of maintaining control and monetizing the municipality&amp;apos;s official website</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/former-edil-accused-of-controlling-and-monetizing-the-municipality's-official-page</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/former-edil-accused-of-controlling-and-monetizing-the-municipality's-official-page</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, May 26, 2026 (Bravanews) - Public accusations have been made against the former mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares. Sectors close to the Movement for Democracy (MpD) publicly accuse the former mayor of continuing to administer, publish content, approve publications and share videos on the municipality&#039;s official Facebook page, corresponding to the period of governance between 2012 and 2024. According to the complaints lodged by these sectors, as this is a strictly institutional communication channel created in the exercise of public functions, the page should have been formally integrated into the process of transition of portfolios and handed over to the new municipal management team or, alternatively, closed down permanently to avoid the merging of information channels. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 11:38:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former mayor accused of maintaining control and monetizing the municipality&#039;s official website</media:keywords>
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        <title>Pawtucket Hosts Mayor of Brava on Historic Visit to Officialize Sister City Partnership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pawtucket-receives-brave-chamber-president-on-historic-visit-to-officialize-sister-cities-partnership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pawtucket-receives-brave-chamber-president-on-historic-visit-to-officialize-sister-cities-partnership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The City of Pawtucket will host the Mayor of Brava, Amandio Brito, on a historic visit marked by the signing of a Sister Cities agreement, the donation of an ambulance to Brava and the inauguration of the &quot;Brava Way&quot;, in honor of the Cape Verdean and Brava community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:47:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Pawtucket, Brava, Cape Verde, Amandio Brito, Sister Cities, Cape Verdean Community, Brava Way, Antonio Totche Gomes, Rhode Island, Cultural Cooperation, Ambulance Donation, Cape Verdean Heritage</media:keywords>
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        <title>Orlando Dias declares that he is again a candidate for the leadership of the MPD</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/orlando-dias-declares-that-he-is-new-candidate-for-leadership-of-the-mpd</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/orlando-dias-declares-that-he-is-new-candidate-for-leadership-of-the-mpd</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ It should be remembered that Ulisses Correia e Silva announced on Sunday that he was resigning as party president following the results of the elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:48:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Orlando Dias declares that he is again a candidate for the leadership of the MPD</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD activists point to Francisco Tavares&amp;apos; radioactive effect and Samuel Varela&amp;apos;s accusations as the causes of the debacle in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/wpd activists point to the radioactive-effect-of-francisco-tavares-and-accusations-of-samuel-varela-as-causes-of-the-slump-in-the-braves</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/wpd activists point to the radioactive-effect-of-francisco-tavares-and-accusations-of-samuel-varela-as-causes-of-the-slump-in-the-braves</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, May 17, 2026 (Bravanews) - The political scene on the island of Brava has taken a remarkable turn. After winning the Municipal Assembly elections a year and a half ago, the Movement for Democracy (Mpd) has suffered a significant defeat, a result that is already causing strong tremors in the party&#039;s local structures. Behind the scenes and among the grassroots, discontent is evident, and analysts and activists point the finger squarely at the political legacy and the strong presence of Francisco Tavares as the main negative contagion factor in the campaign led by Ivone Cardoso. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 02:58:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD activists point to Francisco Tavares&#039; radioactive effect and Samuel Varela&#039;s accusations as the causes of the debacle in Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava and Pawtucket Officialize Historic Twinning Partnership Between Municipalities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-and-pawtucket-officialize-historic-gemination-partnership-between-municipalities</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-and-pawtucket-officialize-historic-gemination-partnership-between-municipalities</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The city of Pawtucket in the United States will officially welcome the mayor of Brava, Amandio Brito, for the historic signing of a twinning agreement between the two municipalities. The event symbolizes the strengthening of cultural and community relations between Brava and the Cape Verdean diaspora in Rhode Island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 15:18:14 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava, Pawtucket, Amandio Brito, twinning between municipalities, Sister City, Cape Verde, Cape Verdean diaspora, Rhode Island, Brava Way, António Gomes Totche, Brava community, cultural cooperation</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares criticizes Amândio Brito&amp;apos;s management for &amp;quot;hiding&amp;quot; government support for the purchase of a car</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-criticizes-amandio-brito's-management-for-hiding-government-support-in-acquisition-of-vehicles</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-criticizes-amandio-brito's-management-for-hiding-government-support-in-acquisition-of-vehicles</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, May 13, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has criticized the current municipal administration, led by Amândio Brito, accusing the executive of deliberately omitting the origin of the funds used to purchase the municipality&#039;s latest vehicle. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:55:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares criticizes Amândio Brito&#039;s management for &quot;hiding&quot; government support for the purchase of a car</media:keywords>
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        <title>CNE highlights civic atmosphere in Brava election campaign</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cne-highlights-civic-environment-in-the-election-campaign-on-the-brave-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/cne-highlights-civic-environment-in-the-election-campaign-on-the-brave-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The CNE delegate in Brava, David Pascoal, said that the electoral campaign for the legislative elections on May 17 is running smoothly, marked by dialogue, civility and respect between the candidates. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:55:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, Brava, Nova Sintra, CNE, David Pascoal, electoral campaign, legislative elections, May 17th, democracy, civism, PAICV, MpD, UCID, PTS, PP, vote, Inforpress</media:keywords>
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        <title>MP Samuel Varela criticizes previous management of Brava City Council and admits &amp;quot;half&amp;guilt&amp;quot; in Municipal Assembly session</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-criticizes-previous-camara-da-brava-management-and-admits-half-guilt-in-municipal-assembly-session</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-criticizes-previous-camara-da-brava-management-and-admits-half-guilt-in-municipal-assembly-session</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A session of the Brava Municipal Assembly was marked by strong criticism from deputy Samuel Varela of the council&#039;s previous management, accusations of financial irregularities and an admission of partial responsibility for the municipality&#039;s indebtedness. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 11:32:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava, Municipal Assembly, Samuel Varela, MpD, Brava City Council, accounts 2025, Francisco Tavares, Amândio Brito, municipal management, Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ambassador criticizes acquisition of ship for Fogo&amp;Brava connection and asks for clarification</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ambassador criticizes the purchase of a ship for the fogobrava-connection and asks for clarification</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ambassador criticizes the purchase of a ship for the fogobrava-connection and asks for clarification</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ambassador criticizes ship announced for Fogo-Brava route, questions safety and asks for clarification on acquisition. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:08:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses Correia e Silva, Manuel Amante da Rosa, Brava, Fogo, ship, maritime transportation, Cape Verde, politics, infrastructures, elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD presents list of candidates in Brava with a focus on local commitment.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/MPD presents its list of candidates in Brava, focusing on local commitment.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/MPD presents its list of candidates in Brava, focusing on local commitment.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ MpD presents list of candidates in Brava, highlighting local commitment and announcing investments in transport, health and desalination. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD, Ulisses Correia e Silva, Brava, legislative elections, Cape Verde, politics, maritime transport, health center, desalination, investment</media:keywords>
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        <title>Carlos Burgo criticizes the assessment of 10 years of governance and warns of challenges in the upcoming legislative elections in Cape Verde.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Carlos-burgo-critica-balanco-do-10-anos-de-governacao-e-alerta-para-desafios-nas-proximas-legislativas-em-cabo-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Carlos-burgo-critica-balanco-do-10-anos-de-governacao-e-alerta-para-desafios-nas-proximas-legislativas-em-cabo-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Former Member of Parliament for the Brava constituency, Carlos Burgo, recently published a critical reflection on the current political situation in Cape Verde, just months before the next legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:26:37 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Carlos Burgo criticizes the assessment of 10 years of governance and warns of challenges in the upcoming legislative elections in Cape Verde.</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV proposes solutions for transport and health on the island of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-proposes-solutions-for-transport-and-health-in-the-island-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-proposes-solutions-for-transport-and-health-in-the-island-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV presented proposals for the island of Brava focused on transportation, health and the development of the primary sector, advocating immediate improvements in maritime connections and greater access to medical care. The party also highlighted the need to create opportunities for young people and strengthen professional training. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:03:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV, Francisco Carvalho, Ilha Brava, Cape Verde, maritime transport, health, rural development, fishing, agriculture, livestock, youth, employment, parliamentary elections, Nova Sintra, Porto da Furna</media:keywords>
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        <title>Portugal: PR meets Cape Verdean students in Maia and calls for participation in parliamentary elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/portugal-pr-meets-with-cabo-verdian-students-in-may-and-appeals-for-participation-in-legislative-elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/portugal-pr-meets-with-cabo-verdian-students-in-may-and-appeals-for-participation-in-legislative-elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic (PR), José Maria Neves, met with Cape Verdean students this Sunday in Maia, in the district of Porto (Portugal), and called for their strong participation in the legislative elections on May 17. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:46:51 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Portugal: PR meets Cape Verdean students in Maia and calls for participation in parliamentary elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Alberto Rodrigues presents PAICV list for the Circle of the Americas and intensifies contact agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-rodrigues-presents-paicv-list-to-the-circle-of-americas-and-intensifies-contacts-agenda</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-rodrigues-presents-paicv-list-to-the-circle-of-americas-and-intensifies-contacts-agenda</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 12, 2026 (Bravanews) - The head of the PAICV list for the Americas constituency, Alberto Rodrigues, revealed to Bravanews the official composition of the candidacy he is leading for the next legislative elections. The list includes names with ties to the Cape Verdean diaspora, namely Maria Alves Gomes, Samora André Lopes, Emanuel Rodrigues and Ineida da Purificação Lopes de Carvalho. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:42:12 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Alberto Rodrigues presents PAICV list for the Circle of the Americas and intensifies contact agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Clóvis Silva leads voting intentions in digital survey by Bravanews</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-leads-vote-intentions-in-digital-consultation-by-bravanews</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-leads-vote-intentions-in-digital-consultation-by-bravanews</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 11, 2026 (Bravanews) - Between April 8 and 10, the news portal Bravanews conducted an opinion poll focusing on the electoral preferences of Bravenses in relation to the local list leaders. In a scenario that polarizes between the two largest political forces in Cape Verde, Clóvis Silva, representative of the PAICV, comes out on top of the preference of those consulted. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:22:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Clóvis Silva leads voting intentions in digital survey by Bravanews</media:keywords>
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        <title>Legislative elections 2026: UCID wants to be the most voted political force in São Vicente</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-ucid-wants-to-be-the-most-voted-political-force-in-sao-vicente</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-ucid-wants-to-be-the-most-voted-political-force-in-sao-vicente</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ UCID formalized its candidacy list for the São Vicente constituency yesterday, May 7, at the courthouse, headed by João Santos Luís, with the ambition of being the most voted political force on the island in the May 17 legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:01:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Legislative elections 2026: UCID wants to be the most voted political force in São Vicente</media:keywords>
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        <title>Legislative elections 2026: PAICV renews 70% of lists and bets on independents and women</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-paicv-renews-70-of-the-lists-and-positions-on-independents-and-women</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-paicv-renews-70-of-the-lists-and-positions-on-independents-and-women</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) announced on Tuesday a renewal of around 70% of its candidate lists for the legislative elections on May 17, including independents and five women as list leaders. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:59:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Legislative elections 2026: PAICV renews 70% of lists and bets on independents and women</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV criticizes the government&amp;apos;s legislative authorization at the end of its mandate and the priorities of the last session</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv criticizes end-of-term-government-legislative-authorization-and-priorities-of-last-session</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv criticizes end-of-term-government-legislative-authorization-and-priorities-of-last-session</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV MP Clóvis Silva today criticized the government&#039;s request for legislative authorization in the last plenary session of the legislature and questioned the priorities set for the end of the mandate. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:46:34 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV criticizes the government&#039;s legislative authorization at the end of its mandate and the priorities of the last session</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD formalizes candidacy in Brava with &amp;quot;young list&amp;quot; headed by a woman</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-formalizes-candidacy-in-the-blue-with-a-young-woman-encouraged-list</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-formalizes-candidacy-in-the-blue-with-a-young-woman-encouraged-list</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ This afternoon, the MpD delivered its list of candidates for the legislative elections on May 17 to the Brava District Court, presenting a team that it classifies as young and familiar with the local reality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:54:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD formalizes candidacy in Brava with &quot;young list&quot; headed by a woman</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV&amp;Brava presents candidacy for 2026 legislative elections with focus on the island&amp;apos;s problems</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-brava-presents-legislative-candidacy-of-2026-with-focus-on-island-problems</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-brava-presents-legislative-candidacy-of-2026-with-focus-on-island-problems</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV-Brava officially presented its candidacy for the 2026 legislative elections, highlighting its commitment to the island of Brava and the development of Cape Verde, at a political moment considered important for the island&#039;s future. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:57:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV-Brava presents candidacy for 2026 legislative elections with focus on the island&#039;s problems</media:keywords>
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        <title>Miguel Pires Vieira enters the political debate and criticizes Francisco Carvalho&amp;apos;s economic proposals</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/miguel-pires-vieira-enters-the-political-debate-and-criticizes-francisco-carvalho's-economic-proposals</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/miguel-pires-vieira-enters-the-political-debate-and-criticizes-francisco-carvalho's-economic-proposals</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 3, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former President of the Brava Municipal Assembly, Miguel Pires Vieira, has announced that he has decided to enter the political debate for the 2026 legislative elections, despite having initially promised that he would not take part in the electoral campaign. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 21:24:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Miguel Pires Vieira enters the political debate and criticizes Francisco Carvalho&#039;s economic proposals</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mircea Delgado breaks the silence, &amp;quot;I don&amp;apos;t sell myself or trade my dignity&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mircea-delgado-breaks-the-silence-I-won't-negotiate-my-dignity</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mircea-delgado-breaks-the-silence-I-won't-negotiate-my-dignity</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The recent public position of MP Mircea Delgado is provoking reflection and debate in Cape Verde&#039;s political scene, especially within the Movement for Democracy (MpD). In a strong text full of political and moral significance, the MP addressed not only her non-inclusion on the list of candidates for deputies for São Vicente, but also what she considers to be a degradation of values in Cape Verdean society and politics. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:20:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mircea Delgado breaks the silence, &quot;I don&#039;t sell myself or trade my dignity&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD chooses Ivone Cardoso as head of the Brava list for the legislative elections on May 17th</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-chooses-ivone-cardoso-as-head-of-the-list-for-the-legislature-on-17-may</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-chooses-ivone-cardoso-as-head-of-the-list-for-the-legislature-on-17-may</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The MpD - Movimento para a Democracia (Movement for Democracy) has presented Ivone Cardoso as its list leader for the Brava constituency for the legislative elections on May 17, on a list that also includes Danilson Andrade, Domingas Coelho, Mário Jorge Soares and Gerson Delgado. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:33:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD chooses Ivone Cardoso as head of the Brava list for the legislative elections on May 17th</media:keywords>
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        <title>Legislative elections 2026: PAICV parliamentary leader proposes dialog to avoid alienating militants</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-paicv-parliamentary-leader-proposes-dialogue-to-avoid-militant-disengagement</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/legislative-2026-paicv-parliamentary-leader-proposes-dialogue-to-avoid-militant-disengagement</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the PAICV&#039;s parliamentary group said today that it is necessary to know how to listen and dialog so that certain decisions don&#039;t alienate people who should work and contribute to strengthening the party and developing the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 20:31:04 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Legislative elections 2026: PAICV parliamentary leader proposes dialog to avoid alienating militants</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares criticizes the choice of Clóvis Silva and accuses PAICV of not respecting Brava cadres</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-criticizes-clovis-silva's-choice-and-accuses-paicv-of-not-respecting-brava-squares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-criticizes-clovis-silva's-choice-and-accuses-paicv-of-not-respecting-brava-squares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, March 23, 2026 (Bravanews) - The statements made by Francisco Tavares, former President of the CMB, about the choice of Clóvis Silva as the PAICV&#039;s list leader for the Brava constituency continue to mark the political debate on the island, raising questions about the value of local cadres and the party&#039;s political strategy for the next legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 19:51:12 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares criticizes the choice of Clóvis Silva and accuses PAICV of not respecting Brava cadres</media:keywords>
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        <title>Alberto Pereira Rodrigues chosen to head PAICV list for the Americas</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-pereira-rodrigues-selected-to-headline-paicv-list-for-americas</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-pereira-rodrigues-selected-to-headline-paicv-list-for-americas</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 21, 2026 (Bravanews) - The PAICV&#039;s National Political Commission has chosen Alberto Pereira Rodrigues to head the party&#039;s list for the constituency of the Americas in the next legislative elections, a decision that falls on a historic militant and profound connoisseur of the reality of the Cape Verdean diaspora. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:05:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Alberto Pereira Rodrigues chosen to head PAICV list for the Americas</media:keywords>
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        <title>Joanilda Alves resigns as PAICV vice&amp;president</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/joanilda-alves-requests-dismissal-of-paicv-vice-president's-post</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/joanilda-alves-requests-dismissal-of-paicv-vice-president's-post</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Joanilda Alves, a supporter of leader Francisco de Carvalho, asked today, during the meeting of the National Political Commission, for her resignation as vice-president of the PAICV. According to her reasons, as she was left off the list for the legislative elections in an eligible seat in the Fogo constituency, she no longer had the political qualifications to carry out this role, as she was responsible for political coordination in the Fogo/Brava region. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:46:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Joanilda Alves resigns as PAICV vice-president</media:keywords>
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        <title>Who is Clóvis Silva, the head of the PAICV list for the Brava constituency?</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/who-is-clovis-silva-the-head-of-paicv's-list-for-the-brazilian-election-circle</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/who-is-clovis-silva-the-head-of-paicv's-list-for-the-brazilian-election-circle</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 21, 2026 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) has chosen Clóvis Isildo Barbosa da Lomba Silva as the head of the list for deputy for the constituency of the island of Brava in the next legislative elections. He is a well-known name in national politics and in the Cape Verdean parliament. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:39:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Who is Clóvis Silva, the head of the PAICV list for the Brava constituency?</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD criticizes the 2025 report and points to the absence of major projects.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-critica-relatorio-de-2025-e-aponta-ausencia-de-grandes-obras</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-critica-relatorio-de-2025-e-aponta-ausencia-de-grandes-obras</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) parliamentary group, in the opposition, stated today that the 2025 report presented by the municipality fell &quot;far short of expectations,&quot; emphasizing that no major projects were identified in the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:51:37 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD criticizes the 2025 report and points to the absence of major projects.</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD president warns of risks of disinformation and challenges of new technologies</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president of the mpp warns of the risks of disinformation and the challenges of new technologies</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president of the mpp warns of the risks of disinformation and the challenges of new technologies</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the MpD warned this Saturday of the challenges posed by social networks and technological advances, highlighting the negative impact of the spread of disinformation on democratic stability and public debate. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:39:59 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD president warns of risks of disinformation and challenges of new technologies</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: UCID says public investments of the last 10 years have not transformed the lives of Cape Verdeans.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament-UCID says that public investments of the last 10 years have not transformed the lives of Cape Verdeans.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Parliament-UCID says that public investments of the last 10 years have not transformed the lives of Cape Verdeans.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The UCID party stated today that public investments made in Cape Verde over the past decade have not transformed the lives of Cape Verdeans. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:44:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: UCID says public investments of the last 10 years have not transformed the lives of Cape Verdeans.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: PAICV takes critical look at the country&amp;apos;s infrastructure</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-paicv-takes-critical-balance-of-the-country's-infrastructure</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-paicv-takes-critical-balance-of-the-country's-infrastructure</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV (opposition) today made a critical assessment of public investment policy in Cape Verde, highlighting a gap between the promises made by the current MpD government and the concrete reality observed in the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:42:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: PAICV takes critical look at the country&#039;s infrastructure</media:keywords>
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        <title>Carlinhos Martins threatens to resign as president of the Regional Political Commission after controversial choice of Clovis Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/carlinhos-martins-ameaca-renounce-a-presidency-of-the-regional-political-commission-after-polemic-choice-of-clovis-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/carlinhos-martins-ameaca-renounce-a-presidency-of-the-regional-political-commission-after-polemic-choice-of-clovis-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, March 10, 2026 (Bravanews) - In the coming days, the island of Brava could see a new controversy involving a well-known figure in local politics. Carlinhos Martins, the current President of the Brava Regional Political Commission, is said to have expressed his intention to step down, in reaction to the way in which the process of choosing the party&#039;s frontrunner for the island&#039;s constituency in the 2026 legislative elections was carried out. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:57:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Carlinhos Martins threatens to resign as president of the Regional Political Commission after controversial choice of Clovis Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV CPR militants in Brava express annoyance at National Political Commission&amp;apos;s decision on list head</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-cpr-militants-in-the-blue-demonstrate-unhappiness-with-national-political-committee-decision-on-head-of-list</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-cpr-militants-in-the-blue-demonstrate-unhappiness-with-national-political-committee-decision-on-head-of-list</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, March 10, 2026 (Bravanews) - Several members of the PAICV&#039;s Regional Political Commission (CPR) on the island of Brava have expressed annoyance and surprise at the decision of the party&#039;s National Political Commission regarding the choice of the head of the list for the island&#039;s constituency in the upcoming legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 18:45:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV CPR militants in Brava express annoyance at National Political Commission&#039;s decision on list head</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV: Majority of the Sal Regional Political Commission contests national decision on lead candidate.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/PAICV majority of the regional political commission of Sal contests national decision on leading candidate.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/PAICV majority of the regional political commission of Sal contests national decision on leading candidate.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The majority of the Sal Regional Political Commission today accused the National Directorate of &quot;disrespecting&quot; the statutes and &quot;ignoring&quot; the will of the members in choosing the head of the list for the next legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 17:47:24 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV: Majority of the Sal Regional Political Commission contests national decision on lead candidate.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Clóvis Silva chosen head of the PAICV list for the Brava constituency for the legislative elections on May 17</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-selected-from-paicv's-list-by-the-braves-electoral-circle-for-the-legislature-on-17-may</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-selected-from-paicv's-list-by-the-braves-electoral-circle-for-the-legislature-on-17-may</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 6, 2026 (Bravanews) - MP Clóvis Silva, the current leader of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) parliamentary caucus in Cape Verde&#039;s National Assembly, has been chosen by the party as the head of the list for the constituency of the island of Brava in the legislative elections scheduled for May 17, 2026. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:35:46 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Clóvis Silva chosen head of the PAICV list for the Brava constituency for the legislative elections on May 17</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fire: Municipalities need more resources, powers and better coordination mechanisms, says PR</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-municipalities-need-more-resources-powers-and-better-articulation-mechanisms-says-pr</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-municipalities-need-more-resources-powers-and-better-articulation-mechanisms-says-pr</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic José Maria Neves said on Tuesday that municipalities and islands need more resources, more power and better institutional coordination mechanisms to ensure greater efficiency, competitiveness and sustainable growth. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:56:03 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fire: Municipalities need more resources, powers and better coordination mechanisms, says PR</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD says it is confident of Francisco Tavares&amp;apos; innocence</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd says it is confident in the innocence of francisco-tavares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd says it is confident in the innocence of francisco-tavares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD) today affirmed its confidence in the innocence of Francisco Tavares, the former mayor of Brava, whose arrest has prompted expressions of solidarity, and called for these expressions of support to take place in an orderly, peaceful environment and with respect for institutions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 18:16:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD says it is confident of Francisco Tavares&#039; innocence</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fernanda Burgo reacts to the accusations and comes out in defense of Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fernanda-burgo-reacts-to-accusations-and-leaves-in-defense-of-francisco-tavares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fernanda-burgo-reacts-to-accusations-and-leaves-in-defense-of-francisco-tavares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 1, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former President of the Brava Municipal Assembly (2020-2024) and current MpD MP for the island&#039;s constituency, Fernanda Burgo, has spoken out publicly on social media in reaction to the recent accusations involving the former mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, and others targeted in ongoing judicial investigations. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:13:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fernanda Burgo reacts to the accusations and comes out in defense of Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fogo: José Maria Neves advocates for greater decentralization and new financing mechanisms for municipalities.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Jose Maria Neves defends more decentralization and new financing mechanisms for municipalities.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Jose Maria Neves defends more decentralization and new financing mechanisms for municipalities.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic defended this Saturday the need for the country to move towards greater decentralization and strengthening of the power and resources of municipalities, stressing that development requires new forms of local and regional financing. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:23:30 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fogo: José Maria Neves advocates for greater decentralization and new financing mechanisms for municipalities.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares indicted for alleged influence peddling and active corruption</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-constituido-arguido-for-alegado-trafico-de-influencia-and-corrupcao-ativa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-constituido-arguido-for-alegado-trafico-de-influencia-and-corrupcao-ativa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Francisco Tavares, the former mayor of Brava, has been charged with alleged influence peddling and active corruption. He and two other people have been arrested and will be heard at the Brava Court, while the Public Prosecutor&#039;s Office continues its investigations. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:39:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares, Brava, active corruption, influence peddling, Brava Court, Public Prosecutor&#039;s Office, OPAÍS, arrest, house search, investigation</media:keywords>
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        <title>BREAKING NEWS: Former mayor of Brava arrested by authorities (INFORPRESS)</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/breaking-news-ex-chairman-of-the-brazilian-camera-arrested-by-the-authorities-inforpress</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/breaking-news-ex-chairman-of-the-brazilian-camera-arrested-by-the-authorities-inforpress</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The former mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, was arrested along with former secretary Andrezito Varela and contractor Ideal Louro, all of whom are in police custody in Nova Sintra. The authorities have yet to officially confirm the reasons for the arrests. The former council team was summoned to appear at the Brava District Court on February 27 to give evidence as part of an ongoing case. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:06:06 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>LAST TIME: Former mayor of Brava arrested by authorities (INFORPRESS)</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: Prime Minister says the country is determined to continue on the &amp;quot;hard road of development&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-prime-minister-says-country-is-determined-on-the-hard-path-of-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-prime-minister-says-country-is-determined-on-the-hard-path-of-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister said in parliament today that the country has a leadership that has done everything in difficult times and is determined to continue on the &quot;hard road of development&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:16:19 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: Prime Minister says the country is determined to continue on the &quot;hard road of development&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: UCID demands real action from the government against inequality and precariousness in Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-ucid-demands-real-government-actions-against-inequality-and-precarity-in-cabo-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-ucid-demands-real-government-actions-against-inequality-and-precarity-in-cabo-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ UCID MP António Monteiro warned today that, despite economic growth and a reduction in unemployment, many families and young people live in precarious conditions, demanding that the government take concrete measures and achieve real results for Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:09:32 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: UCID demands real action from the government against inequality and precariousness in Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Municipal deputy asked to clarify payment of 150 escudos to his mother on the day of the new council&amp;apos;s inauguration</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal deputy called to clarify payment of 150 cents to his mother on the day of the new chamber's inauguration</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal deputy called to clarify payment of 150 cents to his mother on the day of the new chamber's inauguration</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, February 25, 2026 (Bravanews) - An alleged payment of 150,000 escudos made on December 23, 2024, a date that coincided with the inauguration of the new Brava City Council, led by the current mayor Amândio Brito, is generating strong controversy in local political circles. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:04:37 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Municipal deputy asked to clarify payment of 150 escudos to his mother on the day of the new council&#039;s inauguration</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares becomes the first former mayor of Brava to be charged in 35 years of local government</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares becomes the first ex-mayor-of-the-municipal-camera-of-brava-constituted-arguido-in-35-years-of-local-power</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares becomes the first ex-mayor-of-the-municipal-camera-of-brava-constituted-arguido-in-35-years-of-local-power</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, February 24, 2026 (Bravanews) - The island of Brava is experiencing an unprecedented moment in its political and administrative history. The former mayor of Brava (CMB), Francisco Tavares, has become the first person who has held office to be charged with alleged influence peddling and active corruption in 35 years of local government in Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:21:11 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares becomes the first former mayor of Brava to be charged in 35 years of local government</media:keywords>
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        <title>TIME TO TAKE STOCK: PAICV CONFRONTS GOVERNMENT OVER TEN YEARS OF BROKEN PROMISES</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/it's-about-time-paicv-confronts-the-government-for-ten-years-of-unfulfilled-promises</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/it's-about-time-paicv-confronts-the-government-for-ten-years-of-unfulfilled-promises</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Since yesterday, PAICV MPs have been meeting in parliament for what will be one of the most intense plenary sessions of the legislature, marked by two interpellations, nine diplomas and a debate with the Prime Minister on the balance of a decade of MPD governance. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:55:41 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>TIME TO TAKE STOCK: PAICV CONFRONTS GOVERNMENT OVER TEN YEARS OF BROKEN PROMISES</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fogo: PAICV sector in São Filipe has proposed Luís Nunes to head the list for the next legislative elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-paicv-sector-of-sao-filipe-proposes-luis-nunes-to-encabecar-list-for-the-next-legislatives</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-paicv-sector-of-sao-filipe-proposes-luis-nunes-to-encabecar-list-for-the-next-legislatives</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV&#039;s São Filipe Sector Council has proposed the name of Luís Nunes, a teacher and president of the São Filipe Municipal Assembly, to head the list for the legislative elections on May 17. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:32:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fogo: PAICV sector in São Filipe has proposed Luís Nunes to head the list for the next legislative elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>35 years of democracy, episode 2 &amp; six presidents and an island, the municipal leadership of President José Maria Barros</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/35-years-of-democracy-episode-2-six-presidents-and-an-island-of-municipal-leadership-of-president-jose-maria-barros</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/35-years-of-democracy-episode-2-six-presidents-and-an-island-of-municipal-leadership-of-president-jose-maria-barros</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 08, 2026 (Bravanews) - José Maria Barros occupies a prominent place in Cape Verde&#039;s recent political history and, in a very particular way, in the democratic memory of the island of Brava. The second mayor of Brava in the democratic era, he was one of the most influential figures of the Movement for Democracy (MPD) on the island, from the very beginning of the party&#039;s foundation, establishing himself as a leader with firm convictions, a clear vision and a profound sense of public mission. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 18:51:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>35 years of democracy, episode 2 - six presidents and an island, the municipal leadership of President José Maria Barros</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava considers the controversy surrounding the implementation of the PCFR to be &amp;quot;unnecessary&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/speaker of the house of representatives considers it an unnecessary polemic around the implementation of the cfrp</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/speaker of the house of representatives considers it an unnecessary polemic around the implementation of the cfrp</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, January 7, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Mayor of Brava (CMB), Amândio Brito, has publicly clarified the municipality&#039;s position regarding the implementation of the Careers, Functions and Remuneration Plan (PCFR), considering that all the controversy generated around the process constitutes an &quot;unnecessary fuss&quot; and lacks convincing grounds. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:47:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava considers the controversy surrounding the implementation of the PCFR to be &quot;unnecessary&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares dismantles accusations about PCFR and integration of employees and accuses the current President of CMB of failing to tell the truth</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-dismantles-accusations-about-pcfr-and-integration-of-employees-and-accuses-current-president-of-cmb-of-truth-telling</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-dismantles-accusations-about-pcfr-and-integration-of-employees-and-accuses-current-president-of-cmb-of-truth-telling</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, February 7, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former Mayor of Brava (CMB), Francisco Tavares, has reacted strongly to recent statements by the current Mayor, which call into question the actions of the previous council team on two central points: the imbroglio created over the hiring of civil servant Francisca Isabel Mascarenhas Gomes (Bela) and the alleged lack of work and financial conditions left for the implementation of the Positions, Functions and Remuneration Plan (PCFR). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:35:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares dismantles accusations about PCFR and integration of employees and accuses the current President of CMB of failing to tell the truth</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister strengthens ties with diaspora on US visit</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-reinforces-bags-with-a-diaspora-on-visit-to-us</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-reinforces-bags-with-a-diaspora-on-visit-to-us</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister is in the United States of America, where until the 8th he has an agenda focused on direct contact with the Cape Verdean diaspora and strengthening institutional relations with local authorities and entities. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:11:06 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister strengthens ties with diaspora on US visit</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ulisses travels to the US for campaign at public expense</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses travels to the usa on a campaign trip at public expense</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses travels to the usa on a campaign trip at public expense</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the MpD is in the United States until next Sunday and, although the trip is presented as the Prime Minister&#039;s agenda, the truth is that the visit has all the hallmarks of a campaign, scheduled right after Francisco Carvalho&#039;s meetings with the Cape Verdean community living there. With one fundamental difference: the PAICV delegation&#039;s trip was paid for by the party; in the case of Ulisses, the state is paying. In other words, all of us (the taxpayers) are funding the MpD&#039;s campaign. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 13:07:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses travels to the US for campaign at public expense</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor clarifies the application of the new PCFR and reacts to employee discontent</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor clarifies the application of the new pcfr and reacts to employee discontent</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor clarifies the application of the new pcfr and reacts to employee discontent</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, said today that employees who feel they have been disadvantaged by the implementation of the new PCFR can submit complaints, provided they are accompanied by supporting documents. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:01:11 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor clarifies the application of the new PCFR and reacts to employee discontent</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: MpD rejects PAICV accusations and considers government visit &amp;quot;productive and historic&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mpd-rejects-paicv-accusations-and-considers-government-visit-productive-and-historic</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mpd-rejects-paicv-accusations-and-considers-government-visit-productive-and-historic</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Political Committee of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), in Brava, today rejected the accusations of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), which classified the visit of the government delegation to the island as an &quot;electioneering maneuver&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:14:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: MpD rejects PAICV accusations and considers government visit &quot;productive and historic&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government and local authority announce &amp;quot;new start&amp;quot; for the development of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-and-authority-announce-new-start-up-for-brava-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-and-authority-announce-new-start-up-for-brava-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On Monday in Brava, Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva advocated &quot;working hand in hand&quot; between the public and private sectors to boost the island&#039;s structural development and &quot;new start&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 19:51:45 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government and local authority announce &quot;new start&quot; for the development of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Brava accuses government of electioneering after government delegation&amp;apos;s visit to the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-accuses-government-of-electoralism-after-government-committee-visit-to-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-accuses-government-of-electoralism-after-government-committee-visit-to-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, February 2, 2026 (Bravanews) - The PAICV Brava Regional Political Commission has reacted critically to the recent visit of a government delegation to the island, classifying it as a last-minute electioneering maneuver with no concrete results for local development. The position was made public in a press release issued this Tuesday, February 3, signed by the party&#039;s regional president, Carlinhos Martins. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 18:02:15 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Brava accuses government of electioneering after government delegation&#039;s visit to the island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Via Esparadinha&amp;Palhal is a strategic advance for mobility and security &amp; PM</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-via-esparadinhaphal-and-avanco-strategic-for-mobility-and-security-pm</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-via-esparadinhaphal-and-avanco-strategic-for-mobility-and-security-pm</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, assured today that the construction of the Esparadinha-Palhal road represents a significant step forward for mobility and road safety on the island of Brava, by offering an alternative to the Fajã d&#039;Água road. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:17:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Via Esparadinha-Palhal is a strategic advance for mobility and security - PM</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela takes over the leadership of the MPD&amp;apos;s Municipal Political Commission with a call for unity and electoral victory</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-takes-leadership-of-the-mpd-council-political-committee-with-a-call-for-unity-and-election-victory</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-takes-leadership-of-the-mpd-council-political-committee-with-a-call-for-unity-and-election-victory</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The new president of the Movement for Democracy&#039;s (MPD) Municipal Political Commission in Brava, Samuel Varela, said this Saturday that he takes up the post with a mixture of deep emotion and high responsibility. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:52:57 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela takes over the leadership of the MPD&#039;s Municipal Political Commission with a call for unity and electoral victory</media:keywords>
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        <title>35 years of democracy Episode I &amp; Six Presidents and one island, the municipal leadership of President Jorge Nogueira</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/35-years-of-democracy-episode-six-presidents-and-an-island-of-municipal-leadership-of-president-jorge-nogueira</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/35-years-of-democracy-episode-six-presidents-and-an-island-of-municipal-leadership-of-president-jorge-nogueira</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, February 1, 2026 (Bravanews) - The history of municipal leadership on the island of Brava during the democratic era is intertwined with the journey and dedication of men who, coming from different backgrounds, made the island their project in life and public service. Among these names is Jorge Nogueira, one of the six mayors of Brava in the democratic era, whose time in local power was marked by structuring decisions and a clear vision of development for the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:14:19 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>35 years of democracy Episode I - Six Presidents and one island, the municipal leadership of President Jorge Nogueira</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government and Municipal Council of Brava sign several agreements in strategic areas.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava city government and city council sign several protocols in strategic areas.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava city government and city council sign several protocols in strategic areas.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The government delegation, headed by Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva, is visiting Brava Island, where today it signed several protocols and program contracts with the municipal council, covering different areas of development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 21:04:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government and Municipal Council of Brava sign several agreements in strategic areas.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava receives visit from the Prime Minister between January 31st and February 3rd</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-receives-visit-from-prime-minister-between-january-31-and-february-03</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-receives-visit-from-prime-minister-between-january-31-and-february-03</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, will be making an official visit to the municipality of Brava from Saturday 31st, with an agenda focused on signing protocols, inaugurations, monitoring structural works and meetings with economic agents. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:14:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava receives visit from the Prime Minister between January 31st and February 3rd</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister begins official visit to Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister begins official visit to Brava Island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister begins official visit to Brava Island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva begins an official visit to the Municipality of Brava today, which will last until February 3rd, with an agenda focused on signing agreements, inaugurations, monitoring works, and meetings with economic agents. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:12:34 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister begins official visit to Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former President Francisco Tavares expressed his indignation at the wage discrimination against a kindergarten monitor in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-francisco-tavares-showed-indignation-at-wage-discrimination-against-infancia-monitora-in-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-francisco-tavares-showed-indignation-at-wage-discrimination-against-infancia-monitora-in-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, January 31, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has publicly expressed his indignation at the salary situation of the kindergarten monitor Bela, who, according to him, is earning a salary below the national minimum wage, classifying the case as &quot;sad and tremendously inhumane&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 10:46:26 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former President Francisco Tavares expressed his indignation at the wage discrimination against a kindergarten monitor in Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela is a young politician, committed to the island of Brava and aware of the MpD&amp;apos;s contribution to consolidating democracy.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-a-young-politician-committed-to-the-black-island-and-aware-of-the-mpd's-contribution-to-consolidating-democracy</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-a-young-politician-committed-to-the-black-island-and-aware-of-the-mpd's-contribution-to-consolidating-democracy</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, January 29, 2026 (Bravanews) - Young politician Samuel Varela was sworn in this weekend as President of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) County Political Committee on the island of Brava, officially assuming the highest party position at county level. The swearing-in ceremony was attended by the President of the MpD and Prime Minister of Cape Verde, José Ulisses Correia e Silva, as well as national leaders, activists, supporters and guests. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:25:15 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela is a young politician, committed to the island of Brava and aware of the MpD&#039;s contribution to consolidating democracy.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ulisses Correia e Silva swears in new MpD County Political Committee</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses-correia-e-silva-appoints-new-mpd-council-political-committee</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses-correia-e-silva-appoints-new-mpd-council-political-committee</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ According to a press release, the political event will take place in the Auditorium of the Eugénio Tavares High School in the town of Nova Sintra, starting at 5:30pm, and will be attended by the party&#039;s president, Ulisses Correia e Silva. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 21:11:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses Correia e Silva swears in new MpD County Political Committee</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva begins official visit to Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-jose-ulisses-correia-e-silva-initiates-official-visit-to-brava-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-jose-ulisses-correia-e-silva-initiates-official-visit-to-brava-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, January 28, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Prime Minister of Cape Verde, José Ulisses Correia e Silva, will begin an official visit to the island of Brava this week, as part of the direct monitoring of the government&#039;s actions and the strengthening of dialogue with local authorities and the population. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 20:50:49 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva begins official visit to Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nuias accompanies Francis on visit to the USA</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-accompanies-francisco-on-visit-to-ua</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-accompanies-francisco-on-visit-to-ua</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of São Filipe - and Francisco Carvalho&#039;s opponent in the internal elections - Nuias Silva, is accompanying the PAICV leader on his visit to the United States, which will take place between January 29 and February 1.  &quot;A moment of listening, dialogue and mobilization&quot;, the visit will put to rest the narratives about an alleged &quot;internal division&quot; in the party. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 20:09:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nuias accompanies Francis on visit to the USA</media:keywords>
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        <title>Dozens of &amp;quot;officials&amp;quot; over 80 years old, mock public tender: these and other reasons for the indictment</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/dozens-of-employees-over-80-years-old-simulating-public-tendering-these-and-other-reasons-for-constituting-the-defendant</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/dozens-of-employees-over-80-years-old-simulating-public-tendering-these-and-other-reasons-for-constituting-the-defendant</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Investigations also point to a wide range of serious practices at Praia City Hall, including previously agreed direct awards, signing contracts without budget coverage, selling municipal land without the proper legal authorization and carrying out property transactions outside the Municipal Assembly. This set of facts, duly supported by official documents and records, is among the reasons that led to the mayor being made a defendant. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:09:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Dozens of &quot;officials&quot; over 80 years old, mock public tender: these and other reasons for the indictment</media:keywords>
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        <title>Jorge Reverdes emerges as a possible lead candidate for the PAICV party in Brava in the 2026 legislative elections.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Jorge Verdes emerges as a possible head of the PAICV list for Brava in the 2026 legislative elections.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Jorge Verdes emerges as a possible head of the PAICV list for Brava in the 2026 legislative elections.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 20, 2026 (Bravanews) - The name of Jorge Reverdes is gaining traction behind the scenes of Brava Island&#039;s politics as one of the potential candidates to head the PAICV list in the 2026 legislative elections, for the Brava electoral district. A long-time member of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), Reverdes is seen by several local figures as an experienced individual, knowledgeable about the island&#039;s political, social, and institutional reality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:20:36 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jorge Reverdes emerges as a possible lead candidate for the PAICV party in Brava in the 2026 legislative elections.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government criticizes TCV for not broadcasting the inauguration of the Monument to Democracy and asks for clarification</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government criticizes tcv for not broadcasting the inauguration of the monument to democracy and asks for clarification</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government criticizes tcv for not broadcasting the inauguration of the monument to democracy and asks for clarification</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The government criticized TCV for not broadcasting the inauguration of the Monument to Democracy and Freedom live, despite a prior agreement, and asked for clarification on the coverage failure. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:47:19 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government of Cape Verde, TCV, Televisão de Cabo Verde, inauguration, Monument to Democracy, request for clarification, public service, media, Praia</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares harshly criticizes the current management of Brava City Council and questions transparency, governance and the impact on the island&amp;apos;s development</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-hardly-criticizes-current-management-of-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-and-questions-transparency-governance-and-impact-on-island-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-hardly-criticizes-current-management-of-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-and-questions-transparency-governance-and-impact-on-island-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, January 15, 2026 (Bravanews) - The former Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has come out publicly to strongly criticize the current municipal administration, led by the PAICV, raising a wide range of issues which, he says, call into question transparency, the truth of the facts disclosed, good governance and the real impact of municipal policies on the island&#039;s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:30:07 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares harshly criticizes the current management of Brava City Council and questions transparency, governance and the impact on the island&#039;s development</media:keywords>
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        <title>Legislative date: PR begins consultation of political parties with UCID in São Vicente</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/date-of-legislative-pr-commences-auscultation-of-political-parties-with-ucid-in-sao-vicente</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/date-of-legislative-pr-commences-auscultation-of-political-parties-with-ucid-in-sao-vicente</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ José Maria Neves is in São Vicente as part of the 15th Republic Week. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 04:53:15 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Legislative date: PR begins consultation of political parties with UCID in São Vicente</media:keywords>
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        <title>Bishop Arlindo Furtado calls for dialog and respect between parties during this year&amp;apos;s elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/bishop-arlindo-furtado calls for dialogue and respect between parties during this year's elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/bishop-arlindo-furtado calls for dialogue and respect between parties during this year's elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Bishop Arlindo Furtado today called for respect and common good between the political parties during the 2026 elections, and the presentation of projects for the benefit of the country, &quot;but without having to offend each other&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:52:22 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Bishop Arlindo Furtado calls for dialog and respect between parties during this year&#039;s elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Carvalho defends structural projects to combat the abandonment of Santa Cruz and Santiago Norte</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-defends-structuring-projects-to-combat-abandonment-of-santa-cruz-and-santiago-norte</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-defends-structuring-projects-to-combat-abandonment-of-santa-cruz-and-santiago-norte</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the PAICV said this Sunday that Santa Cruz and Santiago Norte &quot;have been abandoned&quot; in recent years and defended the urgent need for structural projects to boost development and improve people&#039;s living conditions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:01:06 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Carvalho defends structural projects to combat the abandonment of Santa Cruz and Santiago Norte</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fernanda Burgo resumes mandate as national deputy in pre&amp;election climate</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fernanda-burgo-takes-over-as-national-deputy-in-full-pre-election-climate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fernanda-burgo-takes-over-as-national-deputy-in-full-pre-election-climate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, January 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - After about five months with her mandate suspended in the National Assembly since August 2025, MP Fernanda Burgo officially resumed her parliamentary duties in the January 2026 session, in one of the most intense and politically heated periods in the country, given the approach of the next legislative elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:46:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fernanda Burgo resumes mandate as national deputy in pre-election climate</media:keywords>
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        <title>Inauguration of the controversial monument to &amp;quot;Freedom and Democracy&amp;quot; marks January 13th commemorative program</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/inauguration of the polemical monument to freedom and democracy marks the commemorative program of january 13</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/inauguration of the polemical monument to freedom and democracy marks the commemorative program of january 13</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The monument to &quot;Democracy and Freedom&quot;, which cost more than 150,000 escudos and generated a lot of controversy in Cape Verde, will be inaugurated on January 13, at the access traffic circle to Nelson Mandela International Airport, in Achada Grande. The event will be presided over by Ulisses Correia e Silva, after the singing of the national anthem. The Prime Minister will then make his speech after a brief technical presentation of the work by the head of Estradas de Cabo Verde. The program will close with the &quot;Freedom and Democracy&quot; festival in the FIC space at the old airport. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:56:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Inauguration of the controversial monument to &quot;Freedom and Democracy&quot; marks January 13th commemorative program</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verde Stands Out as a Democratic Exception on a Continent in Institutional Crisis</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verde-stands-out-as-democratic-excellence-on-a-continent-in-institutional-crisis</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verde-stands-out-as-democratic-excellence-on-a-continent-in-institutional-crisis</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verde is pointed out as one of the few exceptions in Africa where there are real bases for the rule of law and democratic governance, in a continent marked by political systems inherited from colonialism that maintain authoritarian practices under formal multiparty models. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:14:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, democracy in Africa, rule of law, governance, multipartyism, colonialism, political institutions, civil society</media:keywords>
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        <title>Casimiro de Pina announces candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic in the 2026 elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/casimiro-de-pina-announces-candidacy-for-presidency-of-the-republic-in-the-2026-elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/casimiro-de-pina-announces-candidacy-for-presidency-of-the-republic-in-the-2026-elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Political commentator and university professor Casimiro de Pina will officially launch his candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic in the 2026 elections at a public event scheduled for this Friday, 09, in Praia. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:08:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Casimiro de Pina announces candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic in the 2026 elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>&amp;quot;It&amp;apos;s not in my mind or in my plans to run for president again,&amp;quot; says Jorge Carlos Fonseca.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/"It's not in my head or on my horizon to run for president again," says Jorge Carlos Fonseca.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/"It's not in my head or on my horizon to run for president again," says Jorge Carlos Fonseca.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Former President Jorge Carlos Fonseca reiterated this Wednesday, the 7th, that a new candidacy for the Presidency of the Republic is not in his mind or on his horizon, after serving 10 years in office with a &quot;very high approval rating&quot; from the Cape Verdean people. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 07:04:06 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>&quot;It&#039;s not in my mind or in my plans to run for president again, &quot; says Jorge Carlos Fonseca.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Internal Inspection Report raises suspicions about the removal of goods from CMB warehouses by former President Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-inspection-report raises suspicions about former president-francisco-tavares' removal of goods from cmb's warehouses</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-inspection-report raises suspicions about former president-francisco-tavares' removal of goods from cmb's warehouses</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, January 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - An internal inspection report on the Brava Municipal Council (CMB), to which Bravanews has had access, reveals facts that are considered serious and confirm information that this newspaper has been reporting for some time. According to the document, the then mayor, Francisco Tavares, removed various materials and equipment belonging to the municipality, directly from the municipal warehouses, between December 1 and 23, after the election in which he lost and before the new elected bodies took office. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 12:56:48 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Internal Inspection Report raises suspicions about the removal of goods from CMB warehouses by former President Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD in the United States rejects accusations of interference in the Cape Verdean Consulate in Boston</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-us-united-states-rejects-accusations-of-interference-in-cabo-green-consulate-in-boston</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-us-united-states-rejects-accusations-of-interference-in-cabo-green-consulate-in-boston</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Pawtucket, January 2, 2026 (Bravanews) - The Political Commission of the Movement for Democracy in the United States of America (MpD-USA) issued a statement on December 30, 2025, in Brockton, rejecting &quot;firmly, calmly and unequivocally&quot; recent insinuations that seek to associate the party, its militants or structures in the diaspora with alleged undue interference in the functioning of the Consulate General of Cape Verde in Boston. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 05:24:06 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD in the United States rejects accusations of interference in the Cape Verdean Consulate in Boston</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verdean parliament rejects vote condemning coup in Guinea&amp;Bissau</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verdian-parliament rejects vote of condemnation for coup d'état in guinea-bissau</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verdian-parliament rejects vote of condemnation for coup d'état in guinea-bissau</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Cape Verdean parliament today rejected the vote condemning the coup d&#039;état in Guinea-Bissau, presented by the PAICV, with 32 votes against from the MpD, 25 in favor, 24 from the proposer and one from UCID. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:24:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verdean parliament rejects vote condemning coup in Guinea-Bissau</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister begins official visit to Fogo with signing of several agreements and focus on Fogo&amp;Brava mobility</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-initiates-official-visit-to-fogo-with-signing-of-various-agreements-and-focus-on-mobility-fogobrava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-initiates-official-visit-to-fogo-with-signing-of-various-agreements-and-focus-on-mobility-fogobrava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, December 19, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Prime Minister of Cape Verde, José Ulisses Correia e Silva, today began an official visit to the island of Fogo, covering the island&#039;s three municipalities, in a trip marked by institutional dialogue, the definition of priorities and a commitment to concrete solutions for the region&#039;s main challenges. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:37:55 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister begins official visit to Fogo with signing of several agreements and focus on Fogo-Brava mobility</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV criticizes the government&amp;apos;s &amp;quot;lack of investment and effective policies&amp;quot; in sport</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv criticizes the government's lack of investment and effective policies in sport</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv criticizes the government's lack of investment and effective policies in sport</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the PAICV parliamentary group, Clóvis Silva, today criticized the &quot;lack of investment and effective policies&quot; over the last 10 years of the Movement for Democracy&#039;s (MpD) governance in sport, both in soccer and other disciplines. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:21:11 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV criticizes government&#039;s &quot;lack of investment and effective policy&quot; in sport</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ilha Brava: Legislative elections begin to take shape in the main political parties</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ilha-brava-legislativas-comecem-a-ganhar-forma-nos-principais-partidos-politicos</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ilha-brava-legislativas-comecem-a-ganhar-forma-nos-principais-partidos-politicos</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, December 17, 2025 (Bravanews) - With just over six months to go until the next legislative elections, the political chessboard on the island of Brava is beginning to move, with clear signs of repositioning, internal talks and the emergence of names that could dispute the leadership of the electoral lists of the country&#039;s two largest parties, the PAICV and the MpD. As is traditional in Brava politics, the moves are made discreetly, but the information circulating in local political circles points to a pre-campaign that is beginning to take shape. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ilha Brava: Legislative elections begin to take shape in the main political parties</media:keywords>
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        <title>Justice Minister says no one has the right to prevent the Public Prosecutor&amp;apos;s Office from intervening</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/justice-minister-says-nobody-has-the-right-to-impede-public-ministry-intervention</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/justice-minister-says-nobody-has-the-right-to-impede-public-ministry-intervention</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Justice said today that no one has the right to prevent the intervention of the Public Prosecutor&#039;s Office (MP) in the democratic rule of law, referring to the actions of this body in relation to the episode at Praia City Hall. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:20:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Justice Minister says no one has the right to prevent the Public Prosecutor&#039;s Office from intervening</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Carvalho insists on constitutional revision to &amp;quot;stop the judicialization of politics&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-insists-on-defending-constitutional-revision-to-block-judicialization-of-politics</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-insists-on-defending-constitutional-revision-to-block-judicialization-of-politics</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Praia, Francisco Carvalho, once again defended today the revision of the Constitution, to put an end to the &quot;judicialization of politics and strengthen meritocracy&quot; and the independence of institutions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:18:57 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Carvalho insists on constitutional revision to &quot;stop the judicialization of politics&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>National Assembly fails Agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/national-assembly-summons-order-of-the-day</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/national-assembly-summons-order-of-the-day</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The agenda for the first day of the second plenary session in December was rejected, making it impossible to consider the items scheduled for today&#039;s parliamentary work. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:11:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>National Assembly fails Agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva to visit Brava island from December 20th</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-jose-ulisses-correia-e-silva-visits-island-brava-from-20-december</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-jose-ulisses-correia-e-silva-visits-island-brava-from-20-december</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister of Cape Verde, José Ulisses Correia e Silva, is due to visit the island of Brava on December 20, on a working trip to closely monitor some of the main concerns of the Brava population. The information was provided by sources close to the head of government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 19:41:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister José Ulisses Correia e Silva to visit Brava island from December 20th</media:keywords>
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        <title>Santa Catarina: MpD opens political year with call to strengthen confidence in party and governance</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/santa-catarina-mpd-opens-political-year-with-appeal-to-strengthen-trust-in-party-and-government</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/santa-catarina-mpd-opens-political-year-with-appeal-to-strengthen-trust-in-party-and-government</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD) opened the political year in Santa Catarina on Saturday, 13, with a strong appeal to strengthen confidence in the party and its ability to continue to govern Cape Verde in various contexts. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_693ee10e2e156.jpg" length="84034" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 11:08:52 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Santa Catarina: MpD opens political year with call to strengthen confidence in party and governance</media:keywords>
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        <title>&amp;quot;It&amp;apos;s extremely serious that a party like PAICV attacks justice,&amp;quot; says Ulisses Correia e Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/e-extreme-gravity-that-a-party-with-paicv-attacks-justice-says-ulisses-correia-e-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/e-extreme-gravity-that-a-party-with-paicv-attacks-justice-says-ulisses-correia-e-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Movement for Democracy (MpD, power), Ulisses Correia e Silva, pointed the finger at the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), the opposition he believes is &quot;attacking&quot; justice. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 09:32:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>&quot;It&#039;s extremely serious that a party like PAICV attacks justice, &quot; says Ulisses Correia e Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD MP João Paulo Gomes Rocha da Silva justifies his vote in favor of Brava&amp;apos;s Budget and Activity Plan, &amp;quot;Brava Primeiro, MpD Sempre!&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-deputy-joao-paulo-gomes-rocha-da-silva-justifies-vote-in-favor-of-orcamento-and-plan-of-activities-of-brava-brava-first-mpd-ever</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-deputy-joao-paulo-gomes-rocha-da-silva-justifies-vote-in-favor-of-orcamento-and-plan-of-activities-of-brava-brava-first-mpd-ever</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, December 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - Municipal Deputy João Paulo Gomes Rocha da Silva (MpD) has issued a public statement, addressed to Bravenses, activists and colleagues in the Municipal Assembly, in which he explains the reasons that led him to vote in favor of the Plan of Activities and Budget of the Municipality of Brava for 2026, proposed by the PAICV-led Municipal Council. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:19:42 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD MP João Paulo Gomes Rocha da Silva justifies his vote in favor of Brava&#039;s Budget and Activity Plan, &quot;Brava Primeiro, MpD Sempre!&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV demands urgent government responses to rationing and shortages of goods in Brava and Fogo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv demands urgent government responses to rationing and shortages of goods in the wilderness and at the fire</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv demands urgent government responses to rationing and shortages of goods in the wilderness and at the fire</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV criticizes the government for serious failures in the supply and rationing of water, energy and essential goods on the Brava and Fogo islands, blaming the cabotage model and the lack of support for agriculture. The party calls for urgent intervention, more coordination with the municipalities and criticizes the executive&#039;s reactive decisions. In Parliament, MPs will debate internal reforms and the PAICV will present a vote condemning the coup in Guinea-Bissau. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 22:04:48 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV, Brava, Fogo, scarcity, rationing, maritime transport, agriculture, supply, government, Clóvis Silva, cabotage, energy, drinking water, desalination plant, elections, Parliament, Guinea-Bissau</media:keywords>
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        <title>Internal report points to the disappearance of a drone and a Laptop purchased by the Brava City Council in the 2020/2024 administration</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-report-points-out-the-disappearance-of-a-drone-and-a-portable-computer-acquired-by-the-municipal-camera-of-brava-in-its-management20202024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-report-points-out-the-disappearance-of-a-drone-and-a-portable-computer-acquired-by-the-municipal-camera-of-brava-in-its-management20202024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, December 7, 2025 (Bravanews) - The internal investigation report into the management of Brava City Council between 2020 and 2024, led by then mayor Francisco Tavares, reveals evidence of the disappearance of equipment purchased with public funds, namely a drone and a laptop computer. According to the document, both pieces of equipment were bought during his term in office, but have not been found on the council&#039;s premises. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:50:27 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Internal report points to the disappearance of a drone and a Laptop purchased by the Brava City Council in the 2020/2024 administration</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Assembly approves Budget and Activity Plan for 2026</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-assembly-approves-budget-and-activity-plan-for-2026</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-assembly-approves-budget-and-activity-plan-for-2026</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, December 6, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Brava Municipal Assembly, under the chairmanship of Ivone Cardoso, approved yesterday afternoon, December 5, the Budget and Plan of Activities (POA) of the Municipality of Brava for the year 2026. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 07:13:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Municipal Assembly approves Budget and Activity Plan for 2026</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy João José Delgado (MpD) leaves the Municipal Assembly session when the budget is being voted on</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-joao-jose-delgado-mpd-abandona-sessao-da-assembleia-municipal-na hora da-votao-do-orcamento</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-joao-jose-delgado-mpd-abandona-sessao-da-assembleia-municipal-na hora da-votao-do-orcamento</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, December 6, 2026 - A moment of strong tension and controversy marked the session of the Brava Municipal Assembly, held yesterday, December 5, where the Budget and Plan of Activities (POA) for 2026 was approved. Municipal deputy João José Delgado, elected by the Movement for Democracy (MpD), left the room just as the vote on the documents was being prepared. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 06:22:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Deputy João José Delgado (MpD) leaves the Municipal Assembly session when the budget is being voted on</media:keywords>
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        <title>Report accuses Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava, of favoritism and damaging the public purse</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/report-accuses-francisco-tavares-ex-mayor-of-the-municipal-camara-of-practicing-acts-of-favoritism-and-damage-to-the-public-erario</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/report-accuses-francisco-tavares-ex-mayor-of-the-municipal-camara-of-practicing-acts-of-favoritism-and-damage-to-the-public-erario</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra December 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - A recent investigation points to serious indications of favoritism on the part of the commercial company CONSTRUÇÕES IDEAL, SOCIEDADE UNIPESSOAL, LDA, based in Cantinho Cova de Joana, Nossa Senhora do Monte, Ilha Brava. The evidence gathered suggests that the company, represented by its Managing Partner, Mr. Ideal Gonçalves Louro, has benefited from privileged treatment by the previous management of the Brava City Council (2020-2024), resulting in a loss that could amount to tens of thousands of Cape Verdean escudos for the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:16:09 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Report accuses Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava, of favoritism and damaging the public purse</media:keywords>
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        <title>Sense of state prevails, Samuel Varela and João Paulo Silva, together with the PAICV bench, ensure the approval of the Budget and Activity Plan 2026</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/sense-of-state-prevalence-samuel-varela-and-joao-paulo-silva-together-with-the-paicv-bench-guarantee-approval-of-the-orchard-and-activities-plan-2026</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/sense-of-state-prevalence-samuel-varela-and-joao-paulo-silva-together-with-the-paicv-bench-guarantee-approval-of-the-orchard-and-activities-plan-2026</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, December 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - Municipal politics on the island of Brava witnessed a rare moment of convergence and a high sense of responsibility today, when the Municipal Deputies of the MpD bench, Samuel Varela and João Paulo Silva voted in favor of the Proposed Budget and Plan of Activities for the year 2026, together with the bench of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), the party in power at municipal level. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:02:33 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Sense of state prevails, Samuel Varela and João Paulo Silva, together with the PAICV bench, ensure the approval of the Budget and Activity Plan 2026</media:keywords>
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        <title>The approach of the election campaign and the healthy intention to deceive the people of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-approaching-election-campaign-and-the-sanctimonious-intention-to-deceive-the-population-of-the-brave</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-approaching-election-campaign-and-the-sanctimonious-intention-to-deceive-the-population-of-the-brave</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, December 4, 2025 (Bravanews) - The recent intensification of maritime connections to the island of Brava and the daily presence of top government figures have generated heated debate among residents, emigrants and attentive observers of Cape Verdean politics. One Brava citizen, in a reflection sent to our newsroom, expresses a feeling that has been gaining ground in local society: distrust. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:37:46 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The approach of the election campaign and the healthy intention to deceive the people of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>In times of extreme polarization, Samuel Varela stands out as an example of a sense of state and unity for the cause called Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/in-times-of-extreme-polarization-samuel-varela-stands-out-as-example-of-sense-of-state-and-unity-for-the-cause-of-the-black-call</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/in-times-of-extreme-polarization-samuel-varela-stands-out-as-example-of-sense-of-state-and-unity-for-the-cause-of-the-black-call</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ (...) In a global and national scenario increasingly marked by political polarization and the rise of ideological extremism, the work of certain public figures shines out as a beacon of moderation and professionalism. This is the case of Samuel Varela, National Deputy for the Movement for Democracy (MpD) elected for the Ilha Brava constituency, who has demonstrated a rare combination of technical and political preparation allied to a profound sense of state. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:41:35 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>In times of extreme polarization, Samuel Varela stands out as an example of a sense of state and unity for the cause called Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Municipal Assembly meets this Friday with activity plan and budget for 2026 on the agenda.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava Municipal Assembly meets this Friday with activity plan and budget for 2026 on the agenda.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava Municipal Assembly meets this Friday with activity plan and budget for 2026 on the agenda.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Municipal Assembly of Brava will meet this Friday, the 5th, in its third ordinary session of the year to review and approve the activity plan and budget for the year 2026, the municipality announced today. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:57:12 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Municipal Assembly meets this Friday with activity plan and budget for 2026 on the agenda.</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV accuses government of abandoning Brava island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-accuses-government-of-abandoning-the-brave-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-accuses-government-of-abandoning-the-brave-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV parliamentary leader and MP for the Brava constituency accused the government of having abandoned the island. Clóvis Silva pointed the finger at the crisis in transport, health and the supply of bottled water. &quot;There is a clear feeling of abandonment. There is a lack of institutional presence. The population says they don&#039;t feel supported by this government,&quot; he said. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:18:08 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV accuses government of abandoning Brava island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Internal report reveals suspicions of illegalities and irregularities in the Brava City Council (2020&amp;2024)</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-report-reveals-suspicions-of-illegalities-and-irregularities-in-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-20202024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/internal-report-reveals-suspicions-of-illegalities-and-irregularities-in-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-20202024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ An internal investigation report, concluded on September 16, 2025, casts strong suspicion on practices considered &quot;illegal&quot; during the management of the Brava City Council in the 2020-2024 period. The document, the result of more than eight months of document analysis, taking statements and checking inventories of goods and human resources, points to signs of mismanagement, financial irregularities and possible misappropriation of public assets. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:53:49 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Internal report reveals suspicions of illegalities and irregularities in the Brava City Council (2020-2024)</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Report points to serious flaws in the 2020&amp;2024 administration and blatant complicity of the Municipal Assembly.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brave report points out serious flaws in the 2020-2024 management and the blatant complicity of the municipal assembly.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brave report points out serious flaws in the 2020-2024 management and the blatant complicity of the municipal assembly.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 1, 2025 (Bravanews) - The municipal administration of Brava during the period 2020–2024 is once again the target of strong criticism following the release of an internal report that points to serious flaws in the performance of the municipal executive and denounces the alleged complicity of the Municipal Assembly (AM), then led by Fernanda Burgo. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:46:19 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Report points to serious flaws in the 2020-2024 administration and blatant complicity of the Municipal Assembly.</media:keywords>
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        <title>National Assembly approves State Budget for 2026</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/national assembly approves state budget for 2026</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/national assembly approves state budget for 2026</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On Friday, the National Assembly approved the State Budget for 2026 (OE&#039;2026) as a whole, with 37 votes in favor from the MpD and 27 votes against from the opposition, 24 from the PAICV and three from UCID MPs. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:00:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>National Assembly approves State Budget for 2026</media:keywords>
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        <title>Head of State defends government&amp;apos;s special attention to Brava island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/head-of-state defends government's special attack on the wild island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/head-of-state defends government's special attack on the wild island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic José Maria Neves said today that Brava &quot;deserves special attention from the Cape Verdean government and authorities&quot;, stressing that it is urgent to solve structural problems that are holding back the island&#039;s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:15:34 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Head of State defends government&#039;s special attention to Brava island</media:keywords>
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        <title>MP Samuel Varela participates in the Parliamentary Days and prepares for a meeting with the Minister of Transport</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-participates-in-parliamentary-journeys-and-prepares-meeting-with-minister-of-transport</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-participates-in-parliamentary-journeys-and-prepares-meeting-with-minister-of-transport</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, November 24, 2025 (Bravanews) - The MpD MP for the Brava constituency, Samuel Varela, who recently took office in place of Fernanda Burgo, is in Praia to take part in the Parliamentary Days and the Second November Plenary Session of the National Assembly. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202511/image_870x580_6918e014013ac.jpg" length="31615" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:07:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MP Samuel Varela participates in the Parliamentary Days and prepares for a meeting with the Minister of Transport</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava opens debate on the 2026 Parliamentary elections with criticism of parliamentary representation and a call for greater political combativeness</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-opens-debate-on-the-legislatives-of-2026-with-criticism-of-parliamentary-representation-and-appeal-for-more-political-combativity</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-opens-debate-on-the-legislatives-of-2026-with-criticism-of-parliamentary-representation-and-appeal-for-more-political-combativity</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, November 24, 2025 - A few months ahead of the 2026 Legislative Assembly, a movement is growing on the island of Brava to reflect on and demand more from the National Representatives elected by the local constituency. An analysis made public by João Paulo Gomes Rocha da Silva, a local resident, has reignited the debate on the effectiveness of Brava&#039;s representation in Parliament and launched a direct appeal to future candidates: &quot;Brava demands more&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:13:47 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava opens debate on the 2026 Parliamentary elections with criticism of parliamentary representation and a call for greater political combativeness</media:keywords>
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        <title>Presidency on the island: José Maria Neves visits Brava in outreach campaign</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/presidency-on-island-jose-maria-neves-visits-brava-in-proximity-action</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/presidency-on-island-jose-maria-neves-visits-brava-in-proximity-action</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ From November 27 to December 1, the island of Brava will host the &quot;Presidency on the Island&quot; initiative, led by the President of the Republic, José Maria Neves. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 13:22:57 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Presidency on the island: José Maria Neves visits Brava in outreach campaign</media:keywords>
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        <title>Bravanews intends to launch an initial survey of the potential candidates for deputy on the island of Brava and their level of acceptance among the electorate.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/bravanews-pretends-to-launch-a-first-survey-about-potential-candidates-for-deputy-in-the-brave-island-and-what-the-level-of-acceptance-is-within-the-electorate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/bravanews-pretends-to-launch-a-first-survey-about-potential-candidates-for-deputy-in-the-brave-island-and-what-the-level-of-acceptance-is-within-the-electorate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, November 21, 2025 (Bravanews) - With just over six months to go until the 2026 parliamentary elections, Bravanews intends to start a consultation process with potential candidates for the Brava constituency, representing the country&#039;s two largest parties: the ruling Movement for Democracy (MpD) and the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV). ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202511/image_870x580_6918e0f63594c.jpg" length="35646" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:20:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Bravanews intends to launch an initial survey of the potential candidates for deputy on the island of Brava and the level of acceptance among the electorate.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy Abraão Vicente harshly criticizes José Maria Neves&amp;apos; &amp;quot;Open Presidency,&amp;quot; calling it &amp;quot;expensive theater&amp;quot; and &amp;quot;pre&amp;election campaigning.&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Deputy Abraão Vicente harshly criticizes José Maria Neves's open presidency, classifying it as expensive theater and pre-election campaign.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Deputy Abraão Vicente harshly criticizes José Maria Neves's open presidency, classifying it as expensive theater and pre-election campaign.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Praia City, November 3, 2025 (Bravanews) — Known for his firm stance, national deputy Abraão Vicente harshly criticized the model and timing of the Open Presidency carried out by the President of the Republic, José Maria Neves. In a long and incisive message shared on his social networks, Vicente, a figure of some weight in the Cape Verdean political landscape, did not mince words, classifying the presidential exercise as &quot;flagrant uselessness&quot; and &quot;pre-election campaigning&quot;. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202511/image_870x580_690915b87eb9b.jpg" length="47532" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:51:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Deputy Abraão Vicente harshly criticizes José Maria Neves&#039; &quot;Open Presidency, &quot; calling it &quot;expensive theater&quot; and &quot;pre-election campaigning.&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>US company prevents refueling of Colombian presidential plane in Cape Verde due to the &amp;quot;Clinton List&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/US company prevents refueling of Colombian presidential plane in Cape Verde due to Clinton list.</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/US company prevents refueling of Colombian presidential plane in Cape Verde due to Clinton list.</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A US company refused to refuel the Colombian presidential plane in Cape Verde after Gustavo Petro was included on the &quot;Clinton List.&quot; The Colombian president denounced the episode as a &quot;humiliation&quot; and announced the termination of the contract with the supplier. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 10:47:35 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, Colombia, Gustavo Petro, Clinton List, OFAC, fuel, Spain, United States, sanctions, aviation</media:keywords>
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        <title>UCID condemns TACV management salary increase and questions whether there are resources to raise minimum wage to 30 escudos</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ucid condemns the salary increase at the head of tacv and questions whether there are resources to raise the minimum salary to 30-accounts</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ucid condemns the salary increase at the head of tacv and questions whether there are resources to raise the minimum salary to 30-accounts</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of UCID today criticized the salary increase of the new chairman of TACV&#039;s board of directors to 450 billion escudos per month and asked if there would be resources to increase the minimum wage from 19 to 30 billion escudos. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 05:38:49 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>UCID condemns TACV management salary increase and questions whether there are resources to raise minimum wage to 30 escudos</media:keywords>
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        <title>New foreign minister promises continuity in Cape Verde&amp;apos;s foreign policy</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/new-foreign-minister-promises-continuity-in-cape-verdian-external-policy</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/new-foreign-minister-promises-continuity-in-cape-verdian-external-policy</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ José Luís Livramento spoke to the press after the swearing-in ceremony that took place this morning at the Presidency of the Republic. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:56:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>New foreign minister promises continuity in Cape Verde&#039;s foreign policy</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former Mayor of Brava under fire MpD activist accuses Francisco Tavares of &amp;quot;Manipulation&amp;quot; and &amp;quot;Arrogance&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-mayor-of-brava-under-fire-militant-of-the-mpd-accuses-francisco-tavares-of-manipulation-and-arrogance</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-mayor-of-brava-under-fire-militant-of-the-mpd-accuses-francisco-tavares-of-manipulation-and-arrogance</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, October 18, 2025 (Bravanews) - A well-known activist of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) on Ilha Brava, who requested anonymity, has sent Bravanews a blunt and unprecedented outburst against former mayor Francisco Tavares, accusing him of maintaining a posture of manipulation and arrogance even after the end of his term. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:30:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former Mayor of Brava under fire MpD activist accuses Francisco Tavares of &quot;Manipulation&quot; and &quot;Arrogance&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>High&amp;level dialogue at the meeting between CMB President Amândio Brito Former mayor Orlando Balla</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/high-level dialogue at the meeting between mbc-president-amandio-brito-ex-mayor-orlando-balla</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/high-level dialogue at the meeting between mbc-president-amandio-brito-ex-mayor-orlando-balla</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, October 17, 2025 - In a gesture of &quot;sublime importance&quot; and unity for the interests of the island, the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, received former Mayor of Brava, Orlando Balla, on a courtesy visit. The meeting, which was also attended by businessman Andy Andrade, was reported by the municipality itself in an official statement, highlighting the atmosphere of &quot;mutual respect and commitment to the future&quot; of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:28:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>High-level dialogue at the meeting between CMB President Amândio Brito Former mayor Orlando Balla</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela, sole candidate, calls for participation in the elections for the County Political Commission</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-unico-candidate-appeals-to-participate-in-the-elections-for-the-council-political-committee</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-unico-candidate-appeals-to-participate-in-the-elections-for-the-council-political-committee</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Vila Nova Sintra, October 17, 2025 - Samuel Varela, the only candidate for the presidency of the Movement for Democracy&#039;s County Political Committee, is stepping up his campaign with a primary focus on mobilizing voters to go to the polls next Sunday, October 19. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 17:07:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela, sole candidate, calls for participation in the elections for the County Political Commission</media:keywords>
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        <title>DEMOCRACY, PUBLIC POLICIES AND CITIZEN DISCONTENT</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/democracy-public-policy-and-citizen-discontent</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/democracy-public-policy-and-citizen-discontent</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Yesterday, hundreds of people took to the streets in some parts of the country to peacefully express their dissatisfaction with the state of affairs in education, health, transport, energy and water supply and garbage collection. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:14:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>DEMOCRACY, PUBLIC POLICIES AND CITIZEN DISCONTENT</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela, sole candidate for leadership of the County Political Committee, promises &amp;quot;new times&amp;quot; and united leadership for MpD Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-candidate-united-for-leadership-of-the-council-political-committee-promises-new-times-and-leadership-of-the-union-for-the-mpd-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-candidate-united-for-leadership-of-the-council-political-committee-promises-new-times-and-leadership-of-the-union-for-the-mpd-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, October 10, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Movement for Democracy (MpD) in Brava is preparing for a new era of leadership, with Samuel Varela emerging as the sole candidate for the position of President of the Concelhia Political Commission (CPC). The election, scheduled for next Sunday, October 19, at the same time as the selection of the County Political Assemblies throughout the country, should confirm Varela as the party&#039;s leader, under the inspiring slogan: &quot;New Times! New Vision! Different and better dynamics for MpD Brava!&quot; ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:38:30 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela, sole candidate for leadership of the County Political Committee, promises &quot;new times&quot; and united leadership for MpD Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Movement for Democracy goes to the polls to elect new Regional Political Commission</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-movement-for-democracy-votes-to-elect-new-regional-political-commission</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-movement-for-democracy-votes-to-elect-new-regional-political-commission</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Vila Nova Sintra, Brava - The Movement for Democracy (MpD) on the island of Brava is in the process of electing to renew its Regional Political Commission, with the election scheduled for Sunday, October 19. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 01:39:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Movement for Democracy goes to the polls to elect new Regional Political Commission</media:keywords>
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        <title>Clóvis Silva, PAICV MP for the island of Brava, elected new PAICV Parliamentary Leader</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-deputy-of-paicv-for-brave-island-elected-new-leader-parliamentarian-of-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/clovis-silva-deputy-of-paicv-for-brave-island-elected-new-leader-parliamentarian-of-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Praia, October 6, 2025 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) has a new leader for its parliamentary caucus. Clóvis Silva, the PAICV MP for the Brava constituency, was today elected President of the PAICV Parliamentary Group, replacing João Baptista Pereira, who had held the position since 2021. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:06:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Clóvis Silva, PAICV MP for the island of Brava, elected new PAICV Parliamentary Leader</media:keywords>
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        <title>Backward step or innovation? Former President Francisco Tavares harshly criticizes CM Brava&amp;apos;s announced model for public hearings</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/retrogression-or-innovation-the former-president-francisco-tavares-hardly-criticizes-the-announced-model-of-public-audiences-of-cm-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/retrogression-or-innovation-the former-president-francisco-tavares-hardly-criticizes-the-announced-model-of-public-audiences-of-cm-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 3, 2025 (Bravanews) - The way in which the current Mayor of Brava (CMB), Amândio Brito, announced public hearings with residents is generating a wave of criticism, with his predecessor, Francisco Tavares, being the most notable and vehement of the critics. In a statement on social media, Tavares called the new approach - which includes holding hearings in the towns of Nova Sintra and Nossa Senhora do Monte - a &quot;tremendous step backwards&quot;, questioning both the frequency and the scheduling logistics implemented by the new administration. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 18:41:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Backward step or innovation? Former President Francisco Tavares harshly criticizes CM Brava&#039;s announced model for public hearings</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council announces public hearings with the aim of getting closer to the people</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council announces public hearings with the aim of being closer to the people</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council announces public hearings with the aim of being closer to the people</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 4, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a statement, the Brava City Council stated that it is once again demonstrating its commitment to transparency and civic participation by announcing a series of Public Hearings with the Mayor, Amândio Semedo de Brito. The municipality believes this initiative aims to strengthen the relationship between the municipal executive and the citizens, providing a direct channel for residents to present their ideas, concerns, and proposals for the island&#039;s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:51:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council announces public hearings with the aim of getting closer to the people</media:keywords>
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        <title>Unhappy with his defeat at the polls and with a lawsuit on his back, Francisco Tavares remains attentive to the failings of the municipal administration</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/nonconformed-with-a-loss-at-night-and-with-a-court-suit-at-his-back-francisco-tavares-continues-to-watch-out-for-failures-in-municipal-administration</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/nonconformed-with-a-loss-at-night-and-with-a-court-suit-at-his-back-francisco-tavares-continues-to-watch-out-for-failures-in-municipal-administration</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava Island is the scene of a heated and ongoing political confrontation that transcends the electoral period. The epicenter of the discord is the former Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, elected by the Movement for Democracy (MpD) and defeated in the last local elections, who has maintained a posture of constant attack on the new administration, led by Amândio Brito, of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 15:35:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Unhappy with his defeat at the polls and with a lawsuit on his back, Francisco Tavares remains attentive to the failings of the municipal administration</media:keywords>
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        <title>MPs accused of abandoning the Bravense cause: Voices from the island demand immediate action</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputies-accused-of-abandoning-the-bravense-cause-island-voices-demand-immediate-action</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputies-accused-of-abandoning-the-bravense-cause-island-voices-demand-immediate-action</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, September 1, 2025 (Bravanews) - Brava has once again raised a cry of despair at what it considers to be the political and institutional abandonment to which it has been subjected. The complaint came from emigrant and businessman Andy Andrade, who sharply questions the lack of positioning and action by the nation&#039;s parliamentarians, particularly those elected by the island&#039;s constituency and the diaspora, in the face of the problems that continue to affect the people of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 04:52:34 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MPs accused of abandoning the Bravense cause: Voices from the island demand immediate action</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava, calls for the return of emigrants to boost Brava&amp;apos;s development</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-former-president-of-the-brava-city-council-calls-for-the-return-of-emigrants-to-boost-the-development-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-former-president-of-the-brava-city-council-calls-for-the-return-of-emigrants-to-boost-the-development-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, August 29, 2025 (Bravanews) - The former mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, recently launched an appeal to the Brava diaspora, encouraging emigrants to physically return to the island to contribute directly to the local development process. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 20:41:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava, calls for the return of emigrants to boost Brava&#039;s development</media:keywords>
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        <title>Carlos Veiga regrets not being awarded the pension he is due and awaits a positive decision from the Supreme Court</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/carlos-veiga-lamenta-nao-atribuicao-depensao-devida-and-aguarda-decisao-positiva-do-supremo-tribunal</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/carlos-veiga-lamenta-nao-atribuicao-depensao-devida-and-aguarda-decisao-positiva-do-supremo-tribunal</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Former Prime Minister Carlos Veiga lamented this Thursday the fact that he had not been granted the right to the pension corresponding to his years of service. He has therefore appealed to the Supreme Court and is awaiting a positive decision. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 18:26:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Carlos Veiga regrets not being awarded the pension he is due and awaits a positive decision from the Supreme Court</media:keywords>
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        <title>MP Samuel Varela welcomes the start of work on the Fajã D&amp;apos;Água&amp;Palhal road</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-congratulates-on-starting-work-on-faja-dagua-palhal-road</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-samuel-varela-congratulates-on-starting-work-on-faja-dagua-palhal-road</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, August 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Movement for Democracy (MpD) MP for the Brava constituency, Samuel Varela, expressed his &quot;enormous satisfaction&quot; at the start of construction work on the alternative road between Fajã D&#039;Água and Palhal. In recent statements, the MP welcomed the completion of the project, calling it &quot;extremely important&quot; for the development of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 04:56:31 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MP Samuel Varela welcomes the start of work on the Fajã D&#039;Água-Palhal road</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava on official visit to the United States</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Mayor of Brava on official visit to the United States</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Mayor of Brava on official visit to the United States</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, August 9, 2025 – Brava City Council Mayor Amandio Brito will make an official visit to the United States from August 10 to 25. The visit is part of a plan to strengthen ties with the Brava diaspora and strengthen institutional partnerships. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 09 Aug 2025 05:07:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava on official visit to the United States</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nuías Silva elected president of the Board of Directors of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-elected-president-of-the-board-of-association-of-municipalities-of-fogo-and-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-elected-president-of-the-board-of-association-of-municipalities-of-fogo-and-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of São Filipe, Nuías Silva, was elected today in Brava to the position of president of the Board of Directors of the Association of Municipalities of the Fogo and Brava region. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:43:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nuías Silva elected president of the Board of Directors of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ulisses promises to strengthen inter&amp;island transport with two planes and a new boat</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses-promises-to-reinforce-inter-island-transport-with-two-ships-and-a-new-boat</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ulisses-promises-to-reinforce-inter-island-transport-with-two-ships-and-a-new-boat</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Comments
Ulisses Correia e Silva, Cape Verde&#039;s Prime Minister, promised this Thursday, 31st, to strengthen inter-island transportation with two more ATR planes and a boat built from scratch, announcing the launch of an international tender to acquire the vessel. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Aug 2025 04:50:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses promises to strengthen inter-island transport with two planes and a new boat</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verde&amp;apos;s Prime Minister files criminal complaint against citizen for defamatory accusations</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-of-cape-green files criminal complaint against citizen for defamatory accusations</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime-minister-of-cape-green files criminal complaint against citizen for defamatory accusations</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister of Cape Verde, Ulisses Correia e Silva, has filed a criminal complaint against Alex Évora for defamation, following accusations that he was a partner in CV Interilhas and was benefiting financially from the maritime transport sector. UCS considers the statements to be false and damaging to his honor and the image of the government, and defends the need for judicial accountability. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 02 Aug 2025 22:21:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ulisses Correia e Silva, Alex Évora, CV Interilhas, defamation, criminal charges, freedom of expression, Cape Verde government, social networks, Attorney General&#039;s Office, rule of law.</media:keywords>
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        <title>State of the Nation: PM highlights &amp;quot;robust growth&amp;quot; and projects high&amp;income country</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-pm-highlights-robust-growth-and-projects-high-income-country</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-pm-highlights-robust-growth-and-projects-high-income-country</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister stated today, in the State of the Nation Debate, that Cape Verde is experiencing &quot;robust economic growth, social advances and strategic investments&quot; that will propel it towards High Income Country status in the coming years. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:48:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>State of the Nation: PM highlights &quot;robust growth&quot; and projects high-income country</media:keywords>
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        <title>The municipality guarantees that it is working for the development of the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/local authority guarantees to be at work for the development of the island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/local authority guarantees to be at work for the development of the island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, assured today that the municipality is working and promised that other activities will soon take place with a view to developing the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:44:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The municipality guarantees that it is working for the development of the island</media:keywords>
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        <title>The Minister for Infrastructure meets with the mayors of Fogo (São Filipe) and Brava!</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/minister of infrastructure meets with presidents of the fire-sao-filipe-and-da-brava chambers</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/minister of infrastructure meets with presidents of the fire-sao-filipe-and-da-brava chambers</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Infrastructure, Victor Coutinho, paid courtesy and working visits to the mayors of São Filipe, Núias Silva, and Brava, Amândio Brito. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 08:39:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The Minister for Infrastructure meets with the mayors of Fogo (São Filipe) and Brava!</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Congress: &amp;quot;We need the party as a whole without divisions or subtractions&amp;quot; &amp; Pedro Pires</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvcongresso-precisamos-do-partido-no-seu-todo sem-divisoes-ou-subtracoes-pedro-pires</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvcongresso-precisamos-do-partido-no-seu-todo sem-divisoes-ou-subtracoes-pedro-pires</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Former President of the Republic and former PAICV president Pedro Pires encouraged the party&#039;s militants and sympathizers to &quot;unite more and more&quot;, because &quot;everyone needs the PAICV as a whole, without division or subtraction&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 08:33:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Congress: &quot;We need the party as a whole without divisions or subtractions&quot; - Pedro Pires</media:keywords>
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        <title>May/Transport: City council denounces abandonment of the island and demands urgent support for tour operators</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/maiotransportes-camara-municipal-denounces-abandonment-of-island-and-requires-urgent-support-for-tour-operators</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/maiotransportes-camara-municipal-denounces-abandonment-of-island-and-requires-urgent-support-for-tour-operators</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Maio, Rely Brito, today denounced the government&#039;s &quot;abandonment and isolation&quot; of the island and called for &quot;reinforced support&quot; for the operators affected by the problems in the transport sector. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:42:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>May/Transport: City council denounces abandonment of the island and demands urgent support for tour operators</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister signs Plan of Positions, Functions and Remunerations for medical and nursing staff</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister signs plan for positions, functions and salaries of medical and nursing staff</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Prime Minister signs plan for positions, functions and salaries of medical and nursing staff</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Position, Functions and Remuneration Plan (PCFR) for medical and nursing staff was sent on Monday, 16th, by the Prime Minister to the President of the Republic for promulgation, announced Ulisses Correia e Silva. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:32:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister signs Plan of Positions, Functions and Remunerations for medical and nursing staff</media:keywords>
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        <title>President Amândio Brito calls for unity among Bravenses in a message as part of the São João 2025 Festivities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-amandio-brito appeals to the unity of bravenses in a message framed in the festivities of saint january-2025</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-amandio-brito appeals to the unity of bravenses in a message framed in the festivities of saint january-2025</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, June 10, 2025 (Bravanews) - As the eagerly awaited São João 2025 festivities approach, the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Semedo de Brito, has sent a warm and unifying message to all residents, whether they are on the island, in Cape Verde or scattered around the four corners of the world. The message, full of optimism and Brava pride, highlights the importance of celebrating the island&#039;s patron saint as a moment of faith, culture and unity. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:38:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President Amândio Brito calls for unity among Bravenses in a message as part of the São João 2025 Festivities</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former Finance Minister Carlos Burgo points the finger at the &amp;quot;Cynicism and Hypocrisy&amp;quot; of the Cape Verdean Political Elite in response to José Maria Neves&amp;apos; (PR) speech</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/former finance minister carlos burgo points the finger at the cynicism and hypocrisy of the cape verdean political elite in response to jose maria neves' speech</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/former finance minister carlos burgo points the finger at the cynicism and hypocrisy of the cape verdean political elite in response to jose maria neves' speech</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, June 3, 2025 (Bravanews) – In an incisive and straightforward tone, Carlos Burgo, former Minister of Finance in the government of José Maria Neves, made harsh criticisms of the Cape Verdean political elite, classifying them as &quot;cynical and hypocritical&quot;. Burgo&#039;s statements come as a direct response to a recent speech by the current President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, who expressed concern about the massive exodus of young people to emigrate. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:34:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former Finance Minister Carlos Burgo points the finger at the &quot;Cynicism and Hypocrisy&quot; of the Cape Verdean Political Elite in response to José Maria Neves&#039; (PR) speech</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Carvalho declares himself winner of the directives and &amp;quot;president of all PAICV militants&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-declares-himself-winner-of-the-directions-and-president-of-all-paicv-militants</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-declares-himself-winner-of-the-directions-and-president-of-all-paicv-militants</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On Sunday evening, Francisco Carvalho presented himself as the winner of the first round of direct elections to the leadership of the PAICV, and said he felt &quot;the president of all the party&#039;s militants&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 05:02:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Carvalho declares himself winner of the directives and &quot;president of all PAICV militants&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV direct elections take place this Sunday for the succession of Rui Semedo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/direct elections of the paicv take place this sunday for the succession of rui-semedo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/direct elections of the paicv take place this sunday for the succession of rui-semedo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV&#039;s direct elections for the new president and delegates to Congress are taking place throughout today in the country and in the diaspora, with four candidates in the running to succeed Rui Semedo. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 25 May 2025 12:42:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV direct elections take place this Sunday for the succession of Rui Semedo</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV SG assures that everything is in place for internal party elections on Sunday</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/sg-do-paicv-guarantees-that-all-positions-are-in place-for-sunday's-internal-party-elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/sg-do-paicv-guarantees-that-all-positions-are-in place-for-sunday's-internal-party-elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The secretary-general of the PAICV assured today that everything is in place for the election this Sunday of the party&#039;s new president and the delegates to the Congress scheduled to take place from June 27 to 29 in Praia. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2025 05:06:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV SG assures that everything is in place for internal party elections on Sunday</media:keywords>
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        <title>João Paulo Silva announces his willingness to run for National Deputy for Brava in 2026</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-paulo-silva-announces-his-availability-to-run-for-national-deputy-for-the-braves-in-2026</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-paulo-silva-announces-his-availability-to-run-for-national-deputy-for-the-braves-in-2026</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, May 22, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a statement sent to Bravanews on Tuesday, May 21, 2025, Municipal Deputy João Paulo Gomes Rocha da Silva declared his full availability to run for National Deputy for the constituency of the island of Brava in the 2026 elections. Silva&#039;s decision comes amid growing dissatisfaction with the maritime transportation policy which, according to him, has &quot;exhausted the patience of the people of Brava&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 16:20:14 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>João Paulo Silva announces his willingness to run for National Deputy for Brava in 2026</media:keywords>
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        <title>The problem with the increasing number of vehicles parking in Ponta Baixo is causing concern and has become the target of criticism from municipal elected officials.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/growing parking problem in Ponta-Banco raises concerns and becomes target of criticism from elected municipal officials</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/growing parking problem in Ponta-Banco raises concerns and becomes target of criticism from elected municipal officials</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra May 21, 2025 (Bravanews) – The growing number of parked vehicles, many of them turned into carcasses, in the town of Ponta Baixo, near the Brava City Council (CMB) workshop, is generating strong discontent and concern among residents and municipal elected officials. The situation was one of the highlights of the first Session of the Brava Municipal Assembly (AMB), where an elected member of the PAICV requested urgent measures to clear the road. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 16:00:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The problem with the increasing number of vehicles parking in Ponta Baixo is causing concern and has become the target of criticism from municipal elected officials.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Maya Furtado and Leandro Barros are the winners of Miss and Mister Liceu 2025</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava-Maya-Furtado-and-Leandro-Barros-Are-The-Winners-of-Miss-and-Mister-Liceu-2025</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava-Maya-Furtado-and-Leandro-Barros-Are-The-Winners-of-Miss-and-Mister-Liceu-2025</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Candidates Maya Furtado and Leandro Barros were crowned winners of the first edition of Miss and Mister Liceu in Brava, held on Saturday, at the Santana sports center, by the finalists committee of the Eugénio Tavares Secondary School (ESET). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 09:45:19 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Maya Furtado and Leandro Barros are the winners of Miss and Mister Liceu 2025</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV president challenges suspension without disciplinary proceedings against Jorge Lopes</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-paicv-contests-suspension-without-disciplinary-process-against-jorge-lopes</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-paicv-contests-suspension-without-disciplinary-process-against-jorge-lopes</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the PAICV said today that there was &quot;no wrongdoing&quot; by Jorge Lopes and that the decision of the Jurisdiction Commission to suspend this activist for database management will be assessed calmly by the party. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 09:42:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV president challenges suspension without disciplinary proceedings against Jorge Lopes</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava strengthens twinning with Portuguese municipalities on official visit</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-camara-da-brava-strengthens-gemination-with-portuguese-municipalities-on-official-visit</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-camara-da-brava-strengthens-gemination-with-portuguese-municipalities-on-official-visit</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, May 8, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, paid an important official visit to the Portuguese municipalities of Serpa and Mértola, marking a new chapter in the twinning relationship that has linked the Cape Verdean island to these Lusitanian lands since 1997. The initiative, announced in a press release on the municipality&#039;s official website, underlines the Bravense administration&#039;s commitment to seeking strategic partnerships for local development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 06:49:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava strengthens twinning with Portuguese municipalities on official visit</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former Mayor of Brava criticizes governments and emigrants, pointing to shared responsibility for the island&amp;apos;s backwardness</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-of-the-camera-of-the-brava-dispels-criticism-about-governments-and-emigrants-pointing-to-shared-responsibility-for-island-delays</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-of-the-camera-of-the-brava-dispels-criticism-about-governments-and-emigrants-pointing-to-shared-responsibility-for-island-delays</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, May 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - In blistering comments, Francisco Tavares, who led the City Council in the 2020/24 term, spared no criticism of the successive PAICV and MpD governments, which together have been in power in Cape Verde for almost half a century. However, the former mayor&#039;s vehemence did not stop at the government spheres, but also extended to the Bravense diaspora, whom he blames, in part, for the island&#039;s slow development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 21:32:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former Mayor of Brava criticizes governments and emigrants, pointing to shared responsibility for the island&#039;s backwardness</media:keywords>
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        <title>Jorge Lopes. &amp;quot;The TC&amp;apos;s decision raises a clear legal paradox&amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-lopes-the-tc-decision-raises-a-clear-legal-paradox</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-lopes-the-tc-decision-raises-a-clear-legal-paradox</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Militant Jorge Lopes said that he received the decision of the Constitutional Court (TC), which admitted Francisco Carvalho&#039;s candidacy for the presidency of the PAICV, &quot;with serenity, but without conviction&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 03:12:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jorge Lopes. &quot;The TC&#039;s decision raises a clear legal paradox&quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Constitutional Court validates Francisco Carvalho&amp;apos;s candidacy for the leadership of the PAICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/constitutional-court-validates-francisco-carvalho's-candidacy-for-paicv-leadership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/constitutional-court-validates-francisco-carvalho's-candidacy-for-paicv-leadership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Constitutional Court (TC) announced today that Francisco Carvalho, mayor of Praia, can be a candidate for the leadership of the PAICV, rejecting an action by activist Jorge Lopes, which it considers unfounded. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 04:21:54 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Constitutional Court validates Francisco Carvalho&#039;s candidacy for the leadership of the PAICV</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former CMB President Francisco Tavares calls for in&amp;depth analysis and shared responsibility for the island&amp;apos;s development</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/former-cmb-president-francisco-tavares-calls-for-in-depth-analysis-and-shared-responsibility-for-island-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/former-cmb-president-francisco-tavares-calls-for-in-depth-analysis-and-shared-responsibility-for-island-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 30, 2025 (Bravanews) In recent statements on social media, the former mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, defended the need for a more in-depth and comprehensive analysis of the challenges facing the island, as well as a greater sharing of responsibilities in its development. Tavares criticized the tendency to solely blame central governments for Brava&#039;s problems, arguing that such an approach prevents a complete understanding of the situation and, consequently, the implementation of effective solutions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:24:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former CMB President Francisco Tavares calls for in-depth analysis and shared responsibility for the island&#039;s development</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares, former mayor of the island of Brava, has the basic political smarts of a Hiace driver &amp; Casimiro de Pina</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-ex-autarca-da-ilha-brava-has-the-basic-political-uncertainty-of-a-driver-of-hiace-casimiro-de-pina</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-ex-autarca-da-ilha-brava-has-the-basic-political-uncertainty-of-a-driver-of-hiace-casimiro-de-pina</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 21, 2025 (Bravanews) - Lawyer and former presidential candidate Casimiro de Pina is known for making blunt comments directed at figures in Cape Verdean public life. The target this time was Francisco Tavares, former mayor of Brava ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:34:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares, former mayor of the island of Brava, has the basic political smarts of a Hiace driver - Casimiro de Pina</media:keywords>
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        <title>Having these 2 (two) management instruments approved means we have the legitimacy to better manage and administer the municipality &amp; Amandio Brito, President of the CMB</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/having-these-two-management-instruments-approved-means-having-legitimacy-to-better-manage-and-administer-the-municipality-amandio-brito-president-of-cmb</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/having-these-two-management-instruments-approved-means-having-legitimacy-to-better-manage-and-administer-the-municipality-amandio-brito-president-of-cmb</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cidade de Nova Sintra, April 16, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Brava Municipal Council has announced the approval by the Brava Municipal Assembly of its Activity Plan and Budget for the year 2025. The news was welcomed by the team led by Mayor Amândio Brito, who sees these management instruments as the legal basis for boosting the municipality&#039;s development and making up for the time that has passed in the first third of the year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:16:47 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Having these 2 (two) management instruments approved means we have the legitimacy to better manage and administer the municipality - Amandio Brito, President of the CMB</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>History in Brava &amp; Municipal Assembly unanimously approves Budget and Activity Plan for 2025</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/historico-na-brava-municipal-assembly-approves-unanimously-the-budget-and-activity-plan-for-2025</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/historico-na-brava-municipal-assembly-approves-unanimously-the-budget-and-activity-plan-for-2025</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 15, 2025 (Bravanews) - In a feat considered unprecedented in the political history of the island of Brava, the City Council saw its Budget and Activity Plan for the year 2025 unanimously approved by the Municipal Assembly. The vote, which took place in two plenary sessions, ordinary and extraordinary, saw the favorable vote of the 13 deputies who make up the deliberative body, 7 of whom are representatives of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), the party currently in opposition, and 6 of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), the political force that leads the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:59:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>History in Brava - Municipal Assembly unanimously approves Budget and Activity Plan for 2025</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Raul Spinola, a critic of the previous administration, praises transparency in the Brava City Council&amp;apos;s competitions under new leadership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/critique-of-the-previous-management-raul-spinola-elogia-transparencia-in-concursos-da-camara-municipal-da-brava-under-new-leadership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/critique-of-the-previous-management-raul-spinola-elogia-transparencia-in-concursos-da-camara-municipal-da-brava-under-new-leadership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, Brava, April 11, 2025 (Bravanews) - A change of attitude in the management of public tenders by the Brava City Council has generated positive reactions, including from figures known for their criticism of the previous administration. Raul Spínola, a household name among the island&#039;s internet users, based in the USA, for his blunt opinions on the past municipal administration, has come out publicly to praise the new methodology for launching tenders implemented by the newly appointed Mayor, Amândio Brito. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:22:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Raul Spinola, a critic of the previous administration, praises transparency in the Brava City Council&#039;s competitions under new leadership</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Elections: Francisco Carvalho&amp;apos;s candidacy demands &amp;quot;immediate removal&amp;quot; of Jorge Lopes from database management</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicveleicoes-francisco-carvalho's-candidacy-demands-immediate-removal-of-jorge-lopes-from-data-base-management</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicveleicoes-francisco-carvalho's-candidacy-demands-immediate-removal-of-jorge-lopes-from-data-base-management</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Francisco Carvalho&#039;s candidacy for the presidency of the PAICV today demanded the &quot;immediate removal&quot; of Jorge Lopes from the management of the PAICV&#039;s database, alleging &quot;serious irregularities that compromise the integrity of the electoral process&quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:09:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Elections: Francisco Carvalho&#039;s candidacy demands &quot;immediate removal&quot; of Jorge Lopes from database management</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>December&amp;apos;s elections in Brava ushered in a new political era</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/a-new-political-era-began-with-the-last-december-elections-in-the-blue</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/a-new-political-era-began-with-the-last-december-elections-in-the-blue</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Vila Nova Sintra, April 8, 2025 (Bravanews) - In December 2024, Ilha Brava witnessed a historic milestone in its political trajectory with the election of Amândio Brito as mayor. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:13:27 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>December&#039;s elections in Brava ushered in a new political era</media:keywords>
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        <title>Debts from the 2016 legislative campaign: PAICV bank accounts seized</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/campaign-debts-for-2016-legislatives-paicv-bank-accounts seized</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/campaign-debts-for-2016-legislatives-paicv-bank-accounts seized</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ At the end of February this year, the PAICV&#039;s bank accounts were seized to the tune of 8,280 escudos. This seizure was ordered by the Praia District Court, 4th Civil Court, for the payment of a debt to the Cape Verdean Image Agency (ACI) dating back to 2016, when Janira Hopffer Almada was the party&#039;s leader. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:37:01 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Debts from the 2016 legislative campaign: PAICV bank accounts seized</media:keywords>
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        <title>National MP Samuel Varela goes to the April session of the AN and on the agenda is the urgent issue of rehabilitating the Nossa Senhora do Monte School in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/national parliamentarian-samuel-varela-goes-to-the-april-session-of-an-urgent-agenda-questao-da-reabilitacao-da-sescola-de-nossa-senhora-do-monte-na-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/national parliamentarian-samuel-varela-goes-to-the-april-session-of-an-urgent-agenda-questao-da-reabilitacao-da-sescola-de-nossa-senhora-do-monte-na-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, April 5, 2025 (Bravanews) - National MP Samuel Varela, elected for the Brava constituency on the MpD list, is preparing to attend the April session of the National Assembly with a well-defined priority of great importance to the Brava community: the urgent rehabilitation of the emblematic Nossa Senhora do Monte School. Speaking exclusively to Bravanews, the MP assured that the issue of restoring this important educational establishment will be at the center of his attention, culminating in a long-awaited meeting with the Minister of Education, Amadeu Cruz. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 04:08:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>National MP Samuel Varela goes to the April session of the AN and on the agenda is the urgent issue of rehabilitating the Nossa Senhora do Monte School in Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Message from the Mayor of Brava to the residents, emigrants, and especially Bravenses,</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/message from the president of cmbrava-to-municipalities-migrants-and-especially-bravenses</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/message from the president of cmbrava-to-municipalities-migrants-and-especially-bravenses</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Dear Citizens, Emigrants, and especially Bravenses,


As Mayor of Brava, I address you on behalf of our entire community to share with you our feeling of deep gratitude. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 03:11:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Message from the Mayor of Brava to the residents, emigrants, and especially Bravenses</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Accusations of obstruction and political manipulation after election defeat</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/accusations-of-obstruction-and-political-manipulation-after-election-defeat</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/accusations-of-obstruction-and-political-manipulation-after-election-defeat</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ (Text based on an analysis by Alfredo Teixeira) (...). The island of Brava, in Cape Verde, is in political turmoil following the local elections on December 1, with serious accusations against former mayor Francisco Tavares. According to sources close to the current municipal administration, Tavares is orchestrating a campaign of obstruction, using his influence in the City Council and the Municipal Assembly to hinder the work of the new team and cover up alleged irregularities by his previous administration. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:50:15 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Accusations of obstruction and political manipulation after election defeat</media:keywords>
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        <title>São Nicolau: President of the Republic concerned about the “desertification” of the island due to the departure of young people</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Sao-Nicholas-President-of-the-Republic-Concerned-About-Desertification-of-the-Island-Due-to-Exit-of-Young-People</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Sao-Nicholas-President-of-the-Republic-Concerned-About-Desertification-of-the-Island-Due-to-Exit-of-Young-People</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, expressed his concern today about the “desertification” of the island of São Nicolau, due to the departure of young people, and highlighted the urgent need for economic, social and cultural revitalization of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 03:42:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>São Nicolau: President of the Republic concerned about the “desertification” of the island due to the departure of young people</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela urges government to prioritize construction of new Brava Health Centre in speech to National Assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-exhorts-government-to-prioritize-construction-of-new-health-center-of-the-brava-in-speech-at-national-assembly</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-exhorts-government-to-prioritize-construction-of-new-health-center-of-the-brava-in-speech-at-national-assembly</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 30, 2025 (Bravanews) - Speaking from the pulpit of Cape Verde&#039;s National Assembly, the MpD MP for the Brava constituency, Samuel Varela, reminded the government of the urgency and importance of implementing the new Brava Health Center project. Varela stressed that this project, budgeted at more than 200,000 escudos, is crucial to revolutionizing the local health system and guaranteeing better conditions for the island&#039;s population. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 04:17:32 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela urges government to prioritize construction of new Brava Health Centre in speech to National Assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela, MpD MP for the Brava constituency, gives a speech.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/full-speech-by-mpd-deputy-for-the-electoral-circle-of-brava-samuel-varela</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/full-speech-by-mpd-deputy-for-the-electoral-circle-of-brava-samuel-varela</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Samuel Varela, MpD MP for the Brava constituency, gives a speech. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 04:07:33 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela, MpD MP for the Brava constituency, gives a speech.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Constitutional Court suspends PAICV assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/constitutional-court-suspends-paicv-assembly</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/constitutional-court-suspends-paicv-assembly</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Constitutional Court (TC) has just suspended the holding of the PAICV assembly, which on Sunday, May 30, was supposed to elect the new party leader and delegates to the Congress scheduled for May 2 to 4. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:56:47 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Constitutional Court suspends PAICV assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>MP João José Delgado points out flaws in the Brava Municipal Council&amp;apos;s budget and denounces numerical discrepancies and injustices towards some of the council&amp;apos;s employees</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-joao-jose-delgado-points-out-faults-in-the-municipal-brava-orchard-and-denounces-numerical-and-injustice-discrepancies-for-part-of-education-employees</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-joao-jose-delgado-points-out-faults-in-the-municipal-brava-orchard-and-denounces-numerical-and-injustice-discrepancies-for-part-of-education-employees</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ MpD MP João José Delgado expressed strong concern about the Brava Municipal Budget for 2025 during the Municipal Assembly. According to the MP, the budget presents &quot;discrepancies and inconsistencies&quot; that require urgent correction. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 04:15:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MP João José Delgado points out flaws in the Brava Municipal Council&#039;s budget and denounces numerical discrepancies and injustices towards some of the council&#039;s employees</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava criticizes the PAICV (opposition at the time) and praises the MPD&amp;apos;s stance</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-ex-president-of-the-municipal-camara-of-the-brava-critica-the-paicvoposition-on-height-and-elogy-posture-of-the-mpd</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-ex-president-of-the-municipal-camara-of-the-brava-critica-the-paicvoposition-on-height-and-elogy-posture-of-the-mpd</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, March 22, 2025 (Bravanews) - The former Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the stance of the opposition African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) during his mandate, which lasted from 2012 to 2024 (Councillor and President of CMB). Tavares recalled that, for 12 years, the PAICV systematically voted against the activity plans and budgets presented by the City Council. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 10:54:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares, former Mayor of Brava criticizes the PAICV (opposition at the time) and praises the MPD&#039;s stance</media:keywords>
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        <title>AM suspends approval of the 2025 budget to make improvements to the document</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/am-suspends-approval-of-2025-budget-to-install-document-improvements</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/am-suspends-approval-of-2025-budget-to-install-document-improvements</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Municipal Assembly decided on Friday, in conjunction with the municipality, to suspend the vote on the 2025 budget, so that it can be rectified and presented at the extraordinary session that will be scheduled shortly. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 10:42:54 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>AM suspends approval of the 2025 budget to make improvements to the document</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR vetoes Abraão Vicente as Ambassador to Portugal</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-veta-abraao-vicente-for-ambassador-to-portugal</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-veta-abraao-vicente-for-ambassador-to-portugal</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic rejected the appointment of Abrão Vicente as Cape Verde&#039;s new ambassador to Portugal, in place of Eurico Monteiro. José Maria Neves considered the choice of Vicente, at the government&#039;s proposal, to be imminently political, since the former minister and current MP would be &quot;in the eye of the political hurricane&quot;. Abraão Vicente&#039;s reaction was not long in coming: &quot;I had already informed the Prime Minister that my name would not be accepted.&quot; ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 17:05:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR vetoes Abraão Vicente as Ambassador to Portugal</media:keywords>
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        <title>Amélia Cardoso is the Rhode Island Women&amp;apos;s Mandate for Nuias Silva&amp;apos;s Candidacy for the Leadership of the PAICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/amelia-cardoso-e-a-mandataria-for-women-in-rhode-island-of-nuias-silva's-candidacy-for-leadership-of-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/amelia-cardoso-e-a-mandataria-for-women-in-rhode-island-of-nuias-silva's-candidacy-for-leadership-of-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Amélia Sequeira Silva Cardoso, better known as Mily, is the new mandate holder for women in Rhode Island in Nuias Silva&#039;s candidacy for the presidency of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV). Born on May 19, 1961 on the island of Brava, Amélia Cardoso&#039;s life has been marked by dedication to her community, political activism and the fight for women&#039;s rights, and she is one of the leading figures in the Cape Verdean diaspora, especially in the political and social context of Rhode Island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 08:32:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Amélia Cardoso is the Rhode Island Women&#039;s Mandate for Nuias Silva&#039;s Candidacy for the Leadership of the PAICV</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former Mayor of Brava, Camilo Gonçalves, takes on the role of Mandate for Nuias Silva&amp;apos;s Candidacy for the Presidency of the PAICV in Rhode Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-of-municipal-camera-of-brava-camilo-goncalves-takes-over-as-candidate-of-nuias-silva-as-president-of-paicv-in-rhode-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ex-president-of-municipal-camera-of-brava-camilo-goncalves-takes-over-as-candidate-of-nuias-silva-as-president-of-paicv-in-rhode-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, March 13, 2025 (Bravanews) - The former mayor of Brava, Camilo Gonçalves, has marked his return to politics by assuming the important position of trustee for Nuias Silva&#039;s candidacy for the presidency of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), for the state of Rhode Island. Gonçalves&#039; decision was announced during the presentation of Nuias Silva&#039;s candidacy in Rhode Island last weekend, where the event was attended by several members of the Cape Verdean community living in the United States. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 08:28:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former Mayor of Brava, Camilo Gonçalves, takes on the role of Mandate for Nuias Silva&#039;s Candidacy for the Presidency of the PAICV in Rhode Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Francisco Carvalho guarantees that he is an &amp;quot;active militant&amp;quot; of the PAICV and is working to dispel this doubt</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-carvalho-guarantees-that-an-active-militant-of-paicv-is-working-to-dismiss-this-doubt</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-carvalho-guarantees-that-an-active-militant-of-paicv-is-working-to-dismiss-this-doubt</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The candidate for the leadership of the PAICV, Francisco Carvalho, guaranteed today in Brava that he has paid his dues to the party and that he is working to complete the process and thus dispel any doubts. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 03:52:15 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Francisco Carvalho guarantees that he is an &quot;active militant&quot; of the PAICV and is working to dispel this doubt</media:keywords>
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        <title>Flávio Vieira is the new president of ANMCV&amp;apos;s General Management Board</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/flavio-vieira-is-the-new-president-of-the-general-directorate-of-anmcv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/flavio-vieira-is-the-new-president-of-the-general-directorate-of-anmcv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Mosteirense, Flávio Vieira, is the new president of the General Board of Directors of the National Association of Cape Verdean Municipalities (ANMCV), while Leida Santos takes over the presidency of the Board of Directors. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 03:09:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Flávio Vieira is the new president of ANMCV&#039;s General Management Board</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava District Attorney&amp;apos;s Office conducts search and seizure at Brava Town Hall</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava county prosecutor's office conducts search-and-seizure at brava municipal chamber</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava county prosecutor's office conducts search-and-seizure at brava municipal chamber</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 21, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Brava District Prosecutor&#039;s Office recently launched a high-impact investigation that involved a search and seizure at the Brava City Hall. The action, which aimed to gather evidence relevant to the investigation of possible crimes, was prompted by a complaint formalized by lawyer Clovis Silva, acting on behalf of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV). The complaint, which resulted in a comprehensive investigation, is centered on allegations of corruption and influence peddling, allegedly perpetrated during the administration of the former mayor, Francisco Tavares. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:25:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava District Attorney&#039;s Office conducts search and seizure at Brava Town Hall</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: MpD MP João José Delgado criticized for threatening to block municipal administration</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-joao-jose-delgado-deputado-do-mpd-criticized-for-threatening-to-block-municipal-administration</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-joao-jose-delgado-deputado-do-mpd-criticized-for-threatening-to-block-municipal-administration</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 14, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Movement for Democracy (MpD) deputy in the Brava Municipal Assembly, João José Delgado, has been the target of harsh criticism on social media after a series of statements in which he promised to block the approval of the management documents of the Brava Municipal Council (CMB). Delgado&#039;s threat generated a great deal of controversy and heated up the political debate on the island, being widely discussed on digital platforms. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:12:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: MpD MP João José Delgado criticized for threatening to block municipal administration</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV demands clarification from the government on Cape Verde&amp;apos;s possible integration into NATO</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv demands clarification from government on possible integration of cape verde into the nato</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv demands clarification from government on possible integration of cape verde into the nato</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV today demanded explanations from the government if the country has already begun the process of joining a NATO military pact without internal discussion or listening to the positions of the political parties. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 12:11:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV demands clarification from the government on Cape Verde&#039;s possible integration into NATO</media:keywords>
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        <title>Jorge Reverdes is presented as the Brava Island Mandate for Francisco&amp;apos;s Candidacy for the Presidency of the PAICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-reverdes-presented-as-mandatario-for-island-of-the-braves-of-francisco's-candidacy-for-presidency-of-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-reverdes-presented-as-mandatario-for-island-of-the-braves-of-francisco's-candidacy-for-presidency-of-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 15, 2025 (Bravanews) - As the date for the election for the presidency of the PAICV approaches, the name of Jorge Reverdes has been officially presented as the Mandate for the island of Brava for the candidacy of Francisco Carvalho. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 11:58:07 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jorge Reverdes is presented as the Brava Island Mandate for Francisco&#039;s Candidacy for the Presidency of the PAICV</media:keywords>
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        <title>Municipal Deputy João José Delgado &amp; Accused of lying about the management of Esplanada Sodadi, he resorts to deathly silence and does not apologize to those involved</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-deputy-joao-jose-delgado-accused-of-lying-about-the-management-of-esplanada-sodadi-takes-relief-from-the-deadly-silence-and-does-not-apologize-to-those-involved</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-deputy-joao-jose-delgado-accused-of-lying-about-the-management-of-esplanada-sodadi-takes-relief-from-the-deadly-silence-and-does-not-apologize-to-those-involved</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 15, 2025 (Bravanews) - Municipal Deputy João José Delgado has been the target of heavy criticism on social media after controversial statements about the management of Esplanada Sodadi, located in Praça Eugénio Tavares, on Brava Island. In a recent comment, Delgado accused the Brava City Council, now under the leadership of Amandio Brito, of having handed over the management of the aforementioned infrastructure to a &quot;supporter of his and a PAICV activist&quot;, suggesting that the concession had been made in a favored manner and without transparent criteria. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 11:46:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Municipal Deputy João José Delgado - Accused of lying about the management of Esplanada Sodadi, he resorts to deathly silence and does not apologize to those involved</media:keywords>
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        <title>The mayor believes that it is necessary to organize and plan the functioning of the municipality</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/councillor considers that it is necessary to organize and plan the functioning of the municipality</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/councillor considers that it is necessary to organize and plan the functioning of the municipality</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, said today that it is &quot;extremely important&quot; to know the house and also defended the need to organize and plan the functioning of the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 02:58:41 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The mayor believes that it is necessary to organize and plan the functioning of the municipality</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council Reiterates Partnership with the Association for the Defense of Mértola Heritage (ADPM)</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council reiterates partnership with Mertola Heritage Defense Association - Adpm</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council reiterates partnership with Mertola Heritage Defense Association - Adpm</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava City Council (CMB) held an online meeting with Dr. Jorge Revez, representative of the Association for the Defense of the Heritage of Mértola, to present a proposal for activities and projects to be developed in this Municipality in 2025. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 11:25:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council Reiterates Partnership with the Association for the Defense of Mértola Heritage (ADPM)</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council supports the Climate Action Program</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-supports-climate-action-program-7539</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-supports-climate-action-program-7539</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ As part of the Climate Action Program, the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, had a meeting with Dr. Inês de Sousa Mourão, Technical Coordinator of the program, to discuss the objectives and ongoing initiatives, as well as support for the Local Climate Action Plan. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 11:21:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council supports the Climate Action Program</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Council supports the Climate Action Program</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/city-council-of-brava-supports-climate-action-program</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/city-council-of-brava-supports-climate-action-program</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ As part of the Climate Action Program, the Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, had a meeting with Dr. Inês de Sousa Mourão, the program&#039;s Technical Coordinator, to discuss the objectives and initiatives underway, as well as support for the Local Climate Action Plan. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 09 Feb 2025 11:21:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Municipal Council supports the Climate Action Program</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava strengthens cooperation with the Church of the Nazarene</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-municipal-camara-of-brava-reinforces-cooperation-with-nazareno-church</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-municipal-camara-of-brava-reinforces-cooperation-with-nazareno-church</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, had a productive meeting with the pastor of the Church of the Nazarene, Antonio Gonçalves, to strengthen the commitment to collaboration between the municipality and local institutions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 11:17:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of Brava strengthens cooperation with the Church of the Nazarene</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verde swears in new ministers in government reshuffle</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verde-owns-new-ministers-in-government-remodeling</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/cape-verde-owns-new-ministers-in-government-remodeling</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verde&#039;s President José Maria Neves has sworn in four new ministers, while the government has carried out a reshuffle to boost the economy and employment. The Ministry of Finance was restructured, and new appointments were made to the Tourism, Health, Infrastructure and Investment portfolios. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:28:54 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, government, ministerial reshuffle, economy, investments, tourism, health, infrastructure, digital modernization.</media:keywords>
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        <title>João José Delgado, MpD MP, criticizes the autocratic management of the Brava City Council and prophesies a &amp;quot;paralyzed&amp;quot; future for the municipality</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-jose-delgado-deputado-do-mpd-criticizes-autocratic-management-of-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-and-prophesizes-paralytic-future-for-the-municipality</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/joao-jose-delgado-deputado-do-mpd-criticizes-autocratic-management-of-the-municipal-camara-da-brava-and-prophesizes-paralytic-future-for-the-municipality</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra City, February 4, 2025 (Bravanews) - On his social networks, João José Delgado, elected member of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), has harshly criticized the management of the Brava City Council, led by the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), under the presidency of Amandio Brito. Delgado accused the council of adopting &quot;autocratic management&quot;, which could lead the municipality to a situation of deadlock and lack of progress. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202502/image_870x580_67a20b4276615.jpg" length="34511" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:44:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>João José Delgado, MpD MP, criticizes the autocratic management of the Brava City Council and prophesies a &quot;paralyzed&quot; future for the municipality</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government reshuffle reduces number of members from 28 to 22</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government reshuffle reduces number of members from 28 to 22</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government reshuffle reduces number of members from 28 to 22</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva today announced changes to the government, with the departure of five cabinet members and the entry of four new ones, bringing the number of cabinet members from 28 to 22. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:17:05 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government reshuffle reduces number of members from 28 to 22</media:keywords>
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        <title>Eurico Monteiro appointed minister in government reshuffle leaves Cape Verde embassy in Portugal</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/eurico-monteiro-appointed-minister-in-governmental-remodeling-leaves-cape-green-embassy-in-portugal</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/eurico-monteiro-appointed-minister-in-governmental-remodeling-leaves-cape-green-embassy-in-portugal</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verde&#039;s ambassador to Portugal, Eurico Correia Monteiro, was appointed to the post of minister in the government reshuffle announced today by the prime minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, leaving the head of the Cape Verdean diplomatic mission in Lisbon. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202502/image_870x580_67a1f58600c21.jpg" length="109347" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:10:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Eurico Monteiro appointed minister in government reshuffle leaves Cape Verde embassy in Portugal</media:keywords>
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        <title>Former mayor of Santa Catarina do Fogo reaffirms that the portfolio and files were transferred</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/former-president-of-the-camara-de-santa-catarina-do-fogo-reaffirms-that-there-was-transfer-of-the-portfolio-and-dossiers</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/former-president-of-the-camara-de-santa-catarina-do-fogo-reaffirms-that-there-was-transfer-of-the-portfolio-and-dossiers</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The former mayor of Santa Catarina do Fogo, Alberto Nunes, told Inforpress today that after the elections he proceeded with the transfer of portfolios and dossiers to the elected president and his team. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 02:31:37 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Former mayor of Santa Catarina do Fogo reaffirms that the portfolio and files were transferred</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV mayors choose Isaías Varela to preside over the National Association of Municipalities of Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mayors-of-paicv-choose-isaias-varela-to-preside-over-national-association-of-municipalities-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mayors-of-paicv-choose-isaias-varela-to-preside-over-national-association-of-municipalities-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Comments The Mayor of São Domingos is the name chosen by the PAICV mayors to preside over the National Association of Municipalities of Cape Verde (ANMCV). Isaías Varela obtained more votes than the Mayor of Santa Cruz, Carlos Silva, whose candidacy has already contested the voting process, claiming that the legal procedures for this purpose were not respected. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 02:49:52 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV mayors choose Isaías Varela to preside over the National Association of Municipalities of Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verdean PM predicts government reshuffle by the end of the month</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pm-cape-verdean-expects-government-remodeling-by-the-end-of-the-month</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pm-cape-verdean-expects-government-remodeling-by-the-end-of-the-month</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verdean Prime Minister Ulisses Correia e Silva said this Wednesday that he should carry out a government reshuffle by the end of the month and refuted criticism of the costs of the executive. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jan 2025 05:10:04 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verdean PM predicts government reshuffle by the end of the month</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD remembers Carlos Veiga as a “driving figure” behind state reforms and for his determination to combat poverty</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-remembers-carlos-veiga-as-a-driving-figure-for-state-reforms-and-for-determination-in-the-fight-against-poverty</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-remembers-carlos-veiga-as-a-driving-figure-for-state-reforms-and-for-determination-in-the-fight-against-poverty</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD, in power) today paid tribute to Carlos Veiga, prime minister elected at the opening of universal suffrage on 13 January 1991, for the “political vision” that positioned the country on the path to development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 03:32:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD remembers Carlos Veiga as a “driving figure” behind state reforms and for his determination to combat poverty</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: New council team wants to get to know the corners of the house</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-new-team-city-house-wants-to-know-the-corners-of-the-house</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-new-team-city-house-wants-to-know-the-corners-of-the-house</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Brava Municipal Council, Amândio Brito, said today that the new council team has been focused in these first days of management on getting to know the reality of the house, both internally and externally. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 02:19:33 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: New council team wants to get to know the corners of the house</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR receives New Year greetings from Prime Minister and Government</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-receives-new-year-greetings-from-prime-minister-and-government</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-receives-new-year-greetings-from-prime-minister-and-government</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On this first day of New Year&#039;s Greetings, the President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, received a delegation representing the Government, led by the Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva. As he had done earlier with the representatives of the National Assembly, José Maria Neves reaffirmed his willingness to help in the search for consensus for the good of the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 16:13:45 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR receives New Year greetings from Prime Minister and Government</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nuias Silva takes up candidacy for PAICV leadership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-assumes-candidature-for-leadership-of-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-assumes-candidature-for-leadership-of-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of São Filipe, Nuias Silva, announced today his candidacy for the leadership of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), practically 24 hours after Rui Semedo announced his withdrawal. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202501/image_870x580_677b9e260c036.jpg" length="53472" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 04:11:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nuias Silva takes up candidacy for PAICV leadership</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council defines and distributes portfolios for the 2024&amp;2028 term</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-defines-and-distributes-portfolios-for-the-2024-2028-term</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-defines-and-distributes-portfolios-for-the-2024-2028-term</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 3, 2025 (Bravanews) - The Brava City Council, in accordance with articles 93 and 100 of Law No. 134/IV/95, of July 3, which approves the Statutes of the Municipalities of Cape Verde, announced the distribution of portfolios for the 2024-2028 term. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jan 2025 18:53:36 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council defines and distributes portfolios for the 2024-2028 term</media:keywords>
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        <title>Leaving the post of Secretary General of the MpD.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/resignation from the post of secretary general of the mpd</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/resignation from the post of secretary general of the mpd</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ After a deep process of reflection, I have decided to place the position of Secretary General of the MpD at the disposal of the President. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Jan 2025 04:20:25 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Leaving the post of Secretary General of the MpD.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council receives courtesy visit from the Deputy Manager of the Caixa Económica de Cabo Verde Branch</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council receives a courtesy visit from the deputy manager of the Caixa Econômica Federal branch</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Brava City Council receives a courtesy visit from the deputy manager of the Caixa Econômica Federal branch</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 3, 2025 (Bravanews) - On the afternoon of Thursday, January 2, the Brava City Council had the honor of receiving a courtesy visit from the Deputy Manager of Caixa Económica da Brava, Henrique Baptista. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:00:40 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council receives courtesy visit from the Deputy Manager of the Caixa Económica de Cabo Verde Branch</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Carvalho in the race for PAICV leadership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-in-the-race-for-leadership-of-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-carvalho-in-the-race-for-leadership-of-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The current President of the Praia City Council, Francisco Carvalho, announced this Thursday, 2nd, his availability to run for the leadership of the PAICV. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 04:53:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Carvalho in the race for PAICV leadership</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Cape Verde Shows Solidarity with Mozambique and Calls for Dialogue to Resolve Post&amp;Electoral Crisis</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-cape-verde-solidarity-with-mozambique-and-calls-for-dialogue-to-resolve-post-election-crisis</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-cape-verde-solidarity-with-mozambique-and-calls-for-dialogue-to-resolve-post-election-crisis</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of Cape Verde, José Maria Neves, spoke with the President of Mozambique, Filipe Nyusi, expressing solidarity with the victims of Cyclone Chido and calling for dialogue to resolve the post-electoral crisis in the country, with respect for the institutions and electoral results. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 12:02:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, Mozambique, José Maria Neves, Filipe Nyusi, Cyclone Chido, post-electoral crisis, dialogue, Constitutional Council, Daniel Chapo, solidarity.</media:keywords>
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        <title>New council team led by President Amândio Brito begins work with a meeting to socialize and exchange information</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/new-council-team-led-by-president-amandio-brito-begins-work-with-socialization-and-information-exchange-meeting</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/new-council-team-led-by-president-amandio-brito-begins-work-with-socialization-and-information-exchange-meeting</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 27, 2024 (Bravanews) - Yesterday, the new council team that emerged from the elections on December 1, led by Amândio Brito, current Mayor, began its first day of work with a meeting marked by socializing and exchanging information among members. According to the municipality&#039;s social media posts, this moment marks the official start of the mandate and its main objective was to promote team integration and ensure effective communication, an essential element for the smooth running of the municipality&#039;s future actions and projects. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 06:10:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>New council team led by President Amândio Brito begins work with a meeting to socialize and exchange information</media:keywords>
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        <title>President José Maria Neves Clarifies Misinformation about Reintegration Allowance</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-jose-maria-neves-clarifies-misinformation-about-reintegration-allowance</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-jose-maria-neves-clarifies-misinformation-about-reintegration-allowance</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ José Maria Neves, President of Cape Verde, clarified that he never received the reintegration subsidy in his political career, choosing to prioritize ethical principles over legal benefits. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 06:12:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José Maria Neves, Cape Verde, President, reintegration allowance, political ethics, disinformation, social networks, political responsibility.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Christmas message: Cape Verde Prime Minister reinforces commitment to improving quality of life</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Christmas message from Cape Verde's Prime Minister reinforces commitment to improving quality of life</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Christmas message from Cape Verde's Prime Minister reinforces commitment to improving quality of life</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In his Christmas message, Cape Verde’s Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, highlighted the government’s commitment to improving the population’s quality of life, prioritizing employment, health, transportation and the protection of the most vulnerable. He highlighted the country’s resilience on the eve of its 50th anniversary of independence and reinforced the need for collective efforts to build a brighter future. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Dec 2024 01:00:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Natal, Cape Verde, Ulisses Correia e Silva, Prime Minister, quality of life, employment, health, transport, poverty, independence, resilience, social policies, family, diaspora</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections2024/Brava: Amândio Brito commits to the island&amp;apos;s development with management focused on progress and inclusion</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024brava-amandio-brito-commits-to-the-development-of-the-island-with-management-focused-on-progress-and-inclusion</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024brava-amandio-brito-commits-to-the-development-of-the-island-with-management-focused-on-progress-and-inclusion</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The new Mayor of Brava, Amândio Brito, today made a commitment in Nova Sintra to lead the island towards a new era of progress, inclusion and sustainable development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:59:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections2024/Brava: Amândio Brito commits to the island&#039;s development with management focused on progress and inclusion</media:keywords>
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        <title>End of Cycle at Brava City Council: Francisco Tavares Thanks and Welcomes New Leadership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/end-of-cycle-at-brava-city-chamber-francisco-tavares-thanks-and-welcomes-new-leadership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/end-of-cycle-at-brava-city-chamber-francisco-tavares-thanks-and-welcomes-new-leadership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Francisco Tavares ends 12 years of service to the Brava City Council, thanking his team and the people for their trust. He welcomes the new leadership, led by Amândio Brito, and wishes success to the team as they take on the challenges of municipal administration. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_676a33b26398a.jpg" length="95975" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 23:08:41 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council, Francisco Tavares, Amândio Brito, leadership, Brava, councilors, gratitude, Djabraba, municipal administration, Holy Christmas, Happy New Year.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Raul Spínola questions Francisco Tavares&amp;apos; interference in the composition of the next board of the Brava Municipal Assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/raul-spinola-questions-francisco-tavares's-interference-in-the-composition-of-the-next-board-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/raul-spinola-questions-francisco-tavares's-interference-in-the-composition-of-the-next-board-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In a recent statement, Raul Spínola, one of the most influential and well-known figures on digital platforms for issues related to Brava, questioned the proposal of the former president of the Brava City Council, Francisco Tavares, who suggested names for the composition of the next board of the Brava Municipal Assembly. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_676707dfa9f24.jpg" length="32231" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:25:59 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Raul Spínola questions Francisco Tavares&#039; interference in the composition of the next board of the Brava Municipal Assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>Employees of the Brava City Council report irregular removal of products and materials from warehouses by the current President Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-employees-report-irregular-removal-of-products-and-materials-from-warehouses-by-still-president-francisco-tavares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-employees-report-irregular-removal-of-products-and-materials-from-warehouses-by-still-president-francisco-tavares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 22, 2024 (Bravanews) - In the last days of the term of office of the current president of the Brava City Council, Francisco Tavares, several city employees reported the removal of products and materials from municipal warehouses in an irregular manner and without any control or supervision. Tavares, who was also a candidate in the last elections, would have personally ordered the removal of goods, without the presence of those responsible for managing the municipality&#039;s assets. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202411/image_870x580_6735b569e0f71.jpg" length="109336" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Dec 2024 06:20:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Employees of the Brava City Council report irregular removal of products and materials from warehouses by the current President Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections 2024/Santa Catarina do Fogo: Manuel Teixeira takes over as mayor with a commitment to transformation and progress</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-santa-catarina-do-fogo-manuel-teixeira-takes-over-presidency-of-the-chamber-with-commitment-to-transformation-and-progress</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-santa-catarina-do-fogo-manuel-teixeira-takes-over-presidency-of-the-chamber-with-commitment-to-transformation-and-progress</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Professor Manuel Teixeira took over today as president of the Santa Catarina do Fogo City Council with a commitment to transforming and progressing the municipality, following his victory in the local elections on 1 December. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_6766a65c22c0a.jpg" length="48028" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:28:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections 2024/Santa Catarina do Fogo: Manuel Teixeira takes over as mayor with a commitment to transformation and progress</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections 2024/São Filipe: Nuías Silva is sworn in as mayor of São Filipe for a second term</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarchies-2024sao-filipe-nuias-silva-is-sworn-in-as-president-of-the-sao-filipe-chamber-for-a-second-term</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarchies-2024sao-filipe-nuias-silva-is-sworn-in-as-president-of-the-sao-filipe-chamber-for-a-second-term</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nuías Silva, re-elected in the elections of December 1st, officially assumed the presidency of the São Filipe council tonight with the commitment to develop the municipality and improve the quality of life of its residents. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_6766a60bc3a98.jpg" length="52589" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:27:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections 2024/São Filipe: Nuías Silva is sworn in as mayor of São Filipe for a second term</media:keywords>
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        <title>Pau population outraged by the attitudes of Francisco Tavares, candidate defeated in the last local elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/population-of-pau-revolted-by-attitudes-of-francisco-tavares-candidate-defeated-in-the-last-local-elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/population-of-pau-revolted-by-attitudes-of-francisco-tavares-candidate-defeated-in-the-last-local-elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 21, 2024 (Bravanews) - The town of Pau, located in the interior of the island of Brava, is experiencing moments of revolt and indignation after a revengeful attitude by Francisco Tavares, a defeated candidate in the last local elections. The former candidate, who was trying to become mayor, was the target of harsh criticism from the local population, due to a series of actions that many consider misleading and unethical. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_6766a1f7dd41d.jpg" length="63796" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 06:10:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Pau population outraged by the attitudes of Francisco Tavares, candidate defeated in the last local elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares, the sore loser, threatens, through the Municipal Assembly, to block the functioning of the Brava Municipal Council, presided over from Monday, by Amândio Brito</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-the-sore-loser-threatens-through-the-municipal-assembly-to-block-the-functioning-of-the-brava-municipal-chamber-chaired-from-monday-by-amandio-brito</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-the-sore-loser-threatens-through-the-municipal-assembly-to-block-the-functioning-of-the-brava-municipal-chamber-chaired-from-monday-by-amandio-brito</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 21, 2024 (Bravanews) - Following the recent election for the Brava City Council, political tension seems far from dissipating. The defeat of Francisco Tavares, a former candidate and prominent figure in local politics, generated a series of intense and divisive reactions. In a gesture of disapproval of the victory of Amandio Brito, who was elected president of the City Council for the 2024-2028 term, Tavares has tried in every way to influence the composition of the Municipal Assembly, seeking to block the actions of the newly elected president. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Dec 2024 05:58:30 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares, the sore loser, threatens, through the Municipal Assembly, to block the functioning of the Brava Municipal Council, presided over from Monday, by Amândio Brito</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: Second parliamentary session of December suspended due to non&amp;approval of the agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-second-parliamentary-session-of-december-suspended-due-to-non-approval-of-the-agenda</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/parliament-second-parliamentary-session-of-december-suspended-due-to-non-approval-of-the-agenda</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The second plenary session of December was suspended today due to the non-approval of the agenda, as a result of the different understanding of the bill that approves the PCFR for teaching staff. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:12:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: Second parliamentary session of December suspended due to non-approval of the agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Djibouti asks Cape Verde to support its candidacy for the leadership of the African Union Commission</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/djibouti-asks-cape-verde-for-support-for-its-candidacy-for-leadership-of-the-african-union-commission</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/djibouti-asks-cape-verde-for-support-for-its-candidacy-for-leadership-of-the-african-union-commission</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Djibouti asks Cape Verde for support for its candidacy for the leadership of the African Union Commission and winks at the strategic partnership with Cape Verde ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_6761e34dadc82.jpg" length="80781" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:47:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Djibouti asks Cape Verde to support its candidacy for the leadership of the African Union Commission</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares City Council adrift after defeat in the elections of December 1, 2024</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Francisco Tavares City Council drifts after defeat in the December 1, 2024 elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Francisco Tavares City Council drifts after defeat in the December 1, 2024 elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 16, 2024 (Bravanews) - After his defeat in the local elections of December 1, 2024, Francisco Tavares, former mayor of Brava, left the current management of the municipality in total disorganization, creating an environment of chaos in municipal services. He, who boasted of efficient management that was attentive to the needs of the people, is now leaving the island in an unprecedented situation, with a lack of leadership and the absence of concrete actions for the well-being of the population. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:42:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares City Council adrift after defeat in the elections of December 1, 2024</media:keywords>
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        <title>The inauguration of the new heads of the Municipal Bodies of Brava will be on December 20th</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/inauguration-of-the-new-holders-of-the-municipal-bodies-of-brava-will-take-place-on-december-20th</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/inauguration-of-the-new-holders-of-the-municipal-bodies-of-brava-will-take-place-on-december-20th</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 14, 2024 (Bravanews) - The inauguration of the new municipal officials resulting from the elections of December 1, 2024 will take place on December 20, at 10:00 am, in a ceremony that will be presided over by the Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Gilberto Silva, representing the Government. The event will mark the transition to the new mandates of the main municipal authorities of the island of Brava, in the archipelago of Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 14 Dec 2024 18:11:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The inauguration of the new heads of the Municipal Bodies of Brava will be on December 20th</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares and the persistence of errors that cost him victory in the December 1st elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-and-persistence-in-the-errors-that-cost-victory-in-the-elections-of-December-1st</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-and-persistence-in-the-errors-that-cost-victory-in-the-elections-of-December-1st</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 13, 2024 (Bravanews) - Francisco Tavares, the defeated candidate in the elections held on December 1, seems not to have learned from the mistakes that marked his campaign. Instead of reflecting on the causes of his defeat and adopting a more strategic stance, the former candidate continues to make the same mistakes that led to his electoral downfall. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202409/image_870x580_66dc0b6a945a1.jpg" length="64821" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:04:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares and the persistence of errors that cost him victory in the December 1st elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections 2024: Constitutional Court confirms PAICV victory in São Lourenço dos Órgãos by one vote</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-constitutional-court-confirms-victory-of-paicv-in-sao-lourenco-of-organs-by-one-vote</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-constitutional-court-confirms-victory-of-paicv-in-sao-lourenco-of-organs-by-one-vote</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Constitutional Court (TC) today confirmed the victory of the PAICV in the São Lourenço dos Órgãos chamber by rejecting an appeal by the MpD to validate in its favor a vote considered null by the General Counting Assembly. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202412/image_870x580_6759f0a02bb02.jpg" length="63526" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:06:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections 2024: Constitutional Court confirms PAICV victory in São Lourenço dos Órgãos by one vote</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections 2024: TC considers PAICV&amp;apos;s request to annul the vote at the Ribeira Prata polling station in Tarrafal de São Nicolau to be unfounded</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-tc-considers-paicv's-request-to-annul-the-vote-at-the-ribeira-prata-roundtable-in-tarrafal-de-sao-nicolau-unfounded</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/local elections-2024-tc-considers-paicv's-request-to-annul-the-vote-at-the-ribeira-prata-roundtable-in-tarrafal-de-sao-nicolau-unfounded</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Constitutional Court (TC) considered the PAICV&#039;s request to annul the vote at the Ribeira Prata polling station, in the municipality of Tarrafal de São Nicolau, to be unfounded, thus confirming the MpD&#039;s victory in the local elections in the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 15:04:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections 2024: TC considers PAICV&#039;s request to annul the vote at the Ribeira Prata polling station in Tarrafal de São Nicolau to be unfounded</media:keywords>
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        <title>Unconvinced by defeat, Francisco Tavares continues to sow division on Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/dissatisfied-with-the-defeat-francisco-tavares-continues-sowing-divisionism-on-brava-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/dissatisfied-with-the-defeat-francisco-tavares-continues-sowing-divisionism-on-brava-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 9, 2024 (Bravanews) - Following the recent defeat in the municipal elections, former candidate Francisco Tavares has demonstrated a dissatisfied stance, spreading divisions in the society of Brava Island. In a clear attempt to polarize the community, Tavares has been insisting on the idea of a confrontation between those who voted for the Movement for Democracy (MpD) and the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), as if the vote had been a dividing line for the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:00:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Unconvinced by defeat, Francisco Tavares continues to sow division on Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ivone Cardoso elected President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava on the MpD List</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ivone-cardoso-elected-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava-on-the-mpd-list</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ivone-cardoso-elected-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava-on-the-mpd-list</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, December 9, 2024 (Bravanews) - For the first time in the democratic history of the island of Brava, two parties assume power in a shared manner. Ivone Cardoso, candidate for the Movement for Democracy (MpD), was elected President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava, while Amândio Brito, elected by the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), assumes the presidency of the Municipal Council. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 12:33:03 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ivone Cardoso elected President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava on the MpD List</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares &amp; Works do not win elections, but empathy, team spirit, humility, listening skills and good leadership do</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-works-don't-win-elections-but-empathy-team-spirit-humility-knowing-how-to-listen-and-good-leadership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-works-don't-win-elections-but-empathy-team-spirit-humility-knowing-how-to-listen-and-good-leadership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In today&#039;s political landscape, promises of grandiose projects and works often dominate electoral discourse. However, experts and common sense recommend that the key to a true victory lies not only in the works that can be carried out, but in creating an environment of empathy, team spirit, the ability to listen and to bring people together, as well as humility and genuine leadership. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares - Works do not win elections, but empathy, team spirit, humility, listening skills and good leadership do</media:keywords>
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        <title>Portugal: President of the Republic highlights the role of Mário Soares in the history of Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/portugal-president-of-the-republic-highlights-role-of-mario-soares-in-history-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/portugal-president-of-the-republic-highlights-role-of-mario-soares-in-history-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic today highlighted the historical importance of Mário Soares for Cape Verde, highlighting his role as a negotiator of the country&#039;s independence and as a promoter of ties between Cape Verde and Europe. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Dec 2024 22:50:30 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Portugal: President of the Republic highlights the role of Mário Soares in the history of Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Analysis of the Electoral Data that Guaranteed Amândio Brito&amp;apos;s Victory in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/analysis-of-electoral-data-that-guaranteed-amandio-brito's-victory-in-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/analysis-of-electoral-data-that-guaranteed-amandio-brito's-victory-in-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The analysis details Brava&#039;s electoral data, showing how Amândio Brito, from PAICV, won with 50.4% of the vote. The numbers highlight the party&#039;s performance in different locations, its 58.8% turnout and the challenges faced by the MPD, which won 48.2% of the vote. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 20:18:32 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Elections, Amândio Brito, PAICV, MPD, Francisco Tavares, election results, election data, participation, election victory.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Amandio Brito VENCE Eleições na Brava com Visão de Unidade e Progresso</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-vence-eleicoes-na-brava-com-visao-de-unidade-e-progresso</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-vence-eleicoes-na-brava-com-visao-de-unidade-e-progresso</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Amândio Brito vence eleições na Brava com um projeto inclusivo e apartidário, prometendo unidade e progresso através da participação cidadã e gestão colaborativa. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202411/image_870x580_6748a32913b1d.jpg" length="73621" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 16:47:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Amândio Brito, Brava, Cabo Verde, eleições, participação cidadã, gestão inclusiva, progresso.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Eleições na Brava: Francisco Tavares, Candidato do MpD, Demonstra Otimismo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/eleicoes-na-brava-francisco-tavares-candidato-do-mpd-demonstra-otimismo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/eleicoes-na-brava-francisco-tavares-candidato-do-mpd-demonstra-otimismo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Francisco Tavares, candidato do MpD à Câmara Municipal da Brava, manifestou confiança e um sentimento de dever cumprido após votar. Ele reforçou a importância da participação dos eleitores e demonstrou otimismo em relação aos resultados das eleições municipais. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 11:53:08 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Eleições Brava, Francisco Tavares, MpD, Participação Eleitoral, Câmara Municipal, Desenvolvimento Local.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Elections in Brava: Amândio Brito, PAICV Candidate Highlights Citizenship and Confidence in Victory</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/elections-in-brava-amandio-brito-paicv-candidate-highlights-citizenship-and-confidence-in-victory</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/elections-in-brava-amandio-brito-paicv-candidate-highlights-citizenship-and-confidence-in-victory</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV candidate Amândio Brito highlighted the significance of the elections as an act of citizenship and expressed confidence in victory during the electoral process in Brava. With 23 polling stations and 4,718 registered voters, the dispute promises to be decisive for the future of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Dec 2024 11:47:53 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Elections in Brava: Amândio Brito, PAICV Candidate Highlights Citizenship and Confidence in Victory</media:keywords>
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        <title>Jack Pina: Election Outcome Will Shape Future of Brava Investments</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jack-pina-election-result-will-shape-the-future-of-investments-in-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jack-pina-election-result-will-shape-the-future-of-investments-in-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Jack Pina shares the opinion of many Bravens about the upcoming elections, highlighting the concern with the current administration and the hope for a new regime that will bring more confidence and investment to the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 19:34:04 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jack Pina, Brava, elections, investments, businessmen, Francisco Tavares, administration, expectations, changes, immigrants.</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council under suspicion of large&amp;scale corruption</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-under-suspicion-of-large-scale-corruption</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-city-council-under-suspicion-of-large-scale-corruption</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, November 3, 2024 (Bravanews) - The Brava City Council, under the management of Mayor Francisco Tavares, is at the center of a corruption scandal that has raised significant concerns among citizens and the competent authorities. Since the beginning of the current administration, a series of financial irregularities have been reported, leading many to call for an in-depth investigation by the Court of Auditors and the Public Prosecutor&amp;#39;s Office. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:19:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council under suspicion of large-scale corruption</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV denounces attempt to buy voters&amp;#39; consciences in Nossa Senhora do Monte and across the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-denounces-attempt-to-buy-voters&#39;-conscience-in-our-lady-of-the-mount-and-throughout-the-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-denounces-attempt-to-buy-voters&#39;-conscience-in-our-lady-of-the-mount-and-throughout-the-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 21, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) has brought to light serious accusations of buying voters&amp;#39; consciences in several locations on the island, with a particular focus on the parish of Nossa Senhora do Monte. According to allegations made by the party, the City Council, led by Francisco Tavares, has promoted the distribution of basic food baskets as part of a strategy to secure votes in the upcoming elections. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202409/image_870x580_66eeb21fa5983.jpg" length="86008" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2024 07:46:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV denounces attempt to buy voters&amp;#39; consciences in Nossa Senhora do Monte and across the island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Without naming names, Alexandre de Pina blasts the Mayor of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/without-mentioning-names-alexandre-de-pina-detonates-the-president-of-the-city-council-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/without-mentioning-names-alexandre-de-pina-detonates-the-president-of-the-city-council-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 22, 2024 (Bravanews) - In Brava, political tension has taken on new dimensions with strong statements from an influential local teacher, who did not hesitate to openly criticize the leadership of the City Council. In a recent demonstration, he stated that the current administration lacks essential attributes, such as wisdom, character, education and humility. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2024 01:28:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Without naming names, Alexandre de Pina blasts the Mayor of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>We don&amp;#39;t need candidates to build bathrooms. We need candidates with a vision for the structural development of the territory.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/we-don&#39;t-need-candidates-to-build-bathrooms-we-need-candidates-with-a-vision-for-structural-development-of-the-territory</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/we-don&#39;t-need-candidates-to-build-bathrooms-we-need-candidates-with-a-vision-for-structural-development-of-the-territory</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On 1 December, Cape Verde will vote in its ninth local elections, marking 33 years of democratic local government in the country. In a reflection on the evolution of the local government system and the challenges faced by municipalities, Jacinto Santos, the first mayor of Praia and a specialist in local development, analyses the transformation of municipalism, advocating the need for a more active role in promoting development and wealth creation. In an interview with Expresso das Ilhas, he also reviews the results of past elections and events that have marked the last four years in the municipalities, at a political level, such as the political fragmentation in São Vicente and the problems of governability in Praia. Anticipating the upcoming elections, which are expected to be tough, Jacinto Santos also refers to the psychological effect of victories (and defeats) in these two largest urban centres, refuting, however, based on the data, any contagion between municipal and legislative elections. And he insists: “development in Cape Verde inevitably involves creating conditions for development in the territories”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 21 Sep 2024 14:32:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>We don&amp;#39;t need candidates to build bathrooms. We need candidates with a vision for the structural development of the territory.</media:keywords>
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        <title>EVERYONE IS INVITED For a Brava of all and for all. For the LOVE OF BRAVA</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/everyone-is-invited-by-a-brava-of-all-and-for-all-for-the-love-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/everyone-is-invited-by-a-brava-of-all-and-for-all-for-the-love-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ EVERYONE IS INVITED For a Brava of all and for all. For the LOVE OF BRAVA ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 12:03:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>EVERYONE IS INVITED For a Brava of all and for all. For the LOVE OF BRAVA</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Assembly without meetings, criticism and suspicions grow just over three months before the end of the year</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-assembly-without-meetings-criticisms-and-suspicions-grow-just-over-three-months-before-the-end-of-the-year</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-municipal-assembly-without-meetings-criticisms-and-suspicions-grow-just-over-three-months-before-the-end-of-the-year</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, September 15, 2024 (Bravanews) - With just a few months left until the end of the year and the December municipal elections approaching, the Brava Municipal Assembly has generated great concern and controversy due to its notable absence of meetings. To date, the legislative body has not held a single session since the beginning of the year, which has raised serious questions about transparency and local governance. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2024 15:15:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Municipal Assembly without meetings, criticism and suspicions grow just over three months before the end of the year</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy Prime Minister considers PAICV&amp;#39;s accusation regarding use of MCC resources to be “serious”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy prime minister considers serious accusation by paicv regarding use of mcc resources</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy prime minister considers serious accusation by paicv regarding use of mcc resources</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Deputy Prime Minister considered this Friday as “serious” the accusation made by the PAICV regarding the use of MCC resources. This Opposition Party accused the Government of using resources from the Millennium Challenge Corporation compact to solve problems in the transport sector. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 08 Sep 2024 12:47:15 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Deputy Prime Minister considers PAICV&amp;#39;s accusation regarding use of MCC resources to be “serious”</media:keywords>
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        <title>INTERVIEW: Miguel Rosa demands &amp;amp;quot;special attention&amp;amp;quot; from the Government for the island of Maio</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/interview-miguel-rosa-calls-for-special-attention-from-the-government-to-the-island-of-maio</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/interview-miguel-rosa-calls-for-special-attention-from-the-government-to-the-island-of-maio</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of Maio, Miguel Rosa, acknowledged today that the island needs “special attention” from the Government towards development, starting by solving the problems of maritime transport, which affect the lives of the people of Maio. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202409/image_870x580_66d8ba661ac9f.jpg" length="54931" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:52:50 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>INTERVIEW: Miguel Rosa demands &amp;quot;special attention&amp;quot; from the Government for the island of Maio</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy Clóvis Silva regrets the “extremely serious” situation the island is experiencing</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-clovis-silva-regrets-the-extremely-serious-situation-that-the-island-is-experiencing</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-clovis-silva-regrets-the-extremely-serious-situation-that-the-island-is-experiencing</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In a statement sent to Inforpress, Clóvis Silva expressed his “deepest feeling of sadness and dismay” over the situation on Brava Island resulting from the figures released by the Social Diagnosis of this island through a study carried out by the councils of Oeiras, Portugal, and Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:47:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Deputy Clóvis Silva regrets the “extremely serious” situation the island is experiencing</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Brava Reinforces accusations against the Brava City Council, in which Councilor Ivone Cardoso is involved, who holds multiple positions</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-reinforces-accusations-against-the-city-council-of-brava-in-cause-of-councilwoman-ivone-cardoso-who-accumulates-positions</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-reinforces-accusations-against-the-city-council-of-brava-in-cause-of-councilwoman-ivone-cardoso-who-accumulates-positions</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, September 3, 2024 — The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) in Brava has once again raised serious questions about the administration of the Brava City Council, chaired by Francisco Tavares, focusing on the figure of Councilor Ivone Cardoso. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 04:16:01 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Brava Reinforces accusations against the Brava City Council, in which Councilor Ivone Cardoso is involved, who holds multiple positions</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV Deputy, João Antonio Coelho, reinforces demands to Brava City Council regarding financial and investment documentation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/PAICV deputy Joao Antonio Coelho reinforces demands from Brava City Council regarding financial and investment documentation</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/PAICV deputy Joao Antonio Coelho reinforces demands from Brava City Council regarding financial and investment documentation</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, September 1, 2024 (Bravanews) — Deputy João Antonio Coelho, from the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), for the Municipal Assembly of Brava intensified the pressure on the Municipal Council of Brava regarding the lack of presentation of quarterly balance sheets, reports and accounts for the year 2023 and part of 2024. The parliamentarian also questions the municipality about the fate of the 200 thousand contos, equivalent to around 2 million dollars, which were loaned to the bank. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:52:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV Deputy, João Antonio Coelho, reinforces demands to Brava City Council regarding financial and investment documentation</media:keywords>
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        <title>José Freitas presents his independent candidacy for the Municipal Council of Tarrafal de São Nicolau</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-freitas-presents-independent-candidacy-for-city-council-of-tarrafal-de-sao-nicolau</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-freitas-presents-independent-candidacy-for-city-council-of-tarrafal-de-sao-nicolau</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The current president of the Tarrafal City Council, José Freitas, announced today his candidacy as an independent in this year&amp;#39;s local elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:21:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José Freitas presents his independent candidacy for the Municipal Council of Tarrafal de São Nicolau</media:keywords>
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        <title>New scandals in the Presidency of the Republic</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/new-scandals-in-the-presidency-of-the-republic</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/new-scandals-in-the-presidency-of-the-republic</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Chief of Staff, Jorge Tolentino, buys himself, with the President&amp;#39;s consent, a painting for 300 contos ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:36:25 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>New scandals in the Presidency of the Republic</media:keywords>
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        <title>Whoever is running this candidacy is with Brava Island &amp; Amandio Brito</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/who-is-with-this-candidacy-is-with-isla-brava-amandio-brito</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/who-is-with-this-candidacy-is-with-isla-brava-amandio-brito</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Pawtucket, August 28, 2024 (Bravanews) - Last Saturday, Amandio Brito, a well-known educational leader and candidate for Mayor of Brava in the upcoming elections, made a strong statement about his commitment to Brava Island. At an event held in downtown Pawtucket, Brito stated that his candidacy is fully aligned with the interests and needs of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:12:31 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Whoever is running this candidacy is with Brava Island - Amandio Brito</media:keywords>
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        <title>I&amp;#39;m not a politician, I&amp;#39;m a public servant &amp; Amandio Brito</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/I&#39;m-not-a-politician-I&#39;m-a-public-servant-Amandio-Brito</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/I&#39;m-not-a-politician-I&#39;m-a-public-servant-Amandio-Brito</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, August 25, 2024 (Bravanews) - In a recent meeting with the community in Pawtucket, Brava City Council candidate Amandio Brito, known for his dedicated work in the public sector, highlighted his identity as a public servant, emphasizing that his role should not be confused with that of a politician. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:03:05 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>I&amp;#39;m not a politician, I&amp;#39;m a public servant - Amandio Brito</media:keywords>
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        <title>Amandio Brito speaks to Bravense immigrants in Pawtucket with a focus on unity and inclusion</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-speaks-out-to-brave-migrants-in-pawtucket-with-a-focus-on-unity-and-inclusion</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-speaks-out-to-brave-migrants-in-pawtucket-with-a-focus-on-unity-and-inclusion</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, August 27, 2024 – In a powerful speech to Braves emigrants living in Pawtucket, Amandio Brito outlined the main lines of his candidacy, highlighting his commitment to unity and inclusion. The meeting, which was attended by members of the local community, offered Brito the opportunity to present his visions and proposals for the future. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 13:53:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Amandio Brito speaks to Bravense immigrants in Pawtucket with a focus on unity and inclusion</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government is managing the announcement of the election date according to its interests – PAICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-is-managing-the-announcement-of-the-election-date-according-to-its-interests-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-is-managing-the-announcement-of-the-election-date-according-to-its-interests-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV-opposition), Rui Semedo, today accused the Government of managing the issue of announcing the election date according to its interests. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 17:31:55 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government is managing the announcement of the election date according to its interests – PAICV</media:keywords>
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        <title>The State of Cape Verde needs profound reforms &amp; Orlando Dias</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-state-of-cape-verde-needs-deep-reforms-orlando-dias</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-state-of-cape-verde-needs-deep-reforms-orlando-dias</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ We need better democracy and active citizen participation, we need to involve everyone in the process of economic development and social progress, qualifying the democratic process and making institutional representation more transparent. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 04:56:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The State of Cape Verde needs profound reforms - Orlando Dias</media:keywords>
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        <title>Amandio Brito, PAICV candidate, promotes consultation with emigrants for Brava Island governance project</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-paicv-candidate-promotes-consultation-with-emigrants-for-brava-island-governance-project</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-paicv-candidate-promotes-consultation-with-emigrants-for-brava-island-governance-project</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Pawtucket, August 20, 2024 (Bravanews) — Amandio Brito, candidate of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) in this year&amp;#39;s local elections, is promoting a process of inclusion of Brava&amp;#39;s emigrants. Before defining his governance project for the next four years, Brito seeks to listen to the ideas and proposals of the expatriate community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:50:47 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Amandio Brito, PAICV candidate, promotes consultation with emigrants for Brava Island governance project</media:keywords>
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        <title></title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/6647</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/6647</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[  ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:43:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords></media:keywords>
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        <title>STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/statement-from-the-board-of-administration-of-the-presidency-of-the-republic</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/statement-from-the-board-of-administration-of-the-presidency-of-the-republic</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Considering the “Report of the Administrative and Financial Inspection to the Presidency of the Republic” of the General Inspectorate of Finance, recently concluded, the Board of Directors of the Presidency of the Republic finds it necessary to express the following: ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:40:03 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>STATEMENT FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local Elections&amp;#39;2024: PAICV wants to return São Lourenço dos Órgãos to the centrality it had in the past</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-paicv-wants-to-return-sao-lourenco-dos-orgaos-to-the-centrality-it-had-in-the-past</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-paicv-wants-to-return-sao-lourenco-dos-orgaos-to-the-centrality-it-had-in-the-past</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV leader Rui Semedo said today that the party wants to recover the Municipal Council of São Lourenço dos Órgãos in order to return this Santiago municipality to the centrality it had in the past. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 05:40:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local Elections&amp;#39;2024: PAICV wants to return São Lourenço dos Órgãos to the centrality it had in the past</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local Elections/Capital. Abraão Vicente challenges PAICV opponent to debate</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarchiescapital-abraao-vicente-challenges-paicv-opponent-to-debate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarchiescapital-abraao-vicente-challenges-paicv-opponent-to-debate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ MpD candidate also urges media outlets to promote debates between candidates ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202408/image_870x580_66bc72e3d7346.jpg" length="38832" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 05:03:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local Elections/Capital. Abraão Vicente challenges PAICV opponent to debate</media:keywords>
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        <title>General Inspectorate of Finance orders First Lady to return more than 5 thousand contos to the State</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/general-inspectorate-of-finances-orders-first-lady-to-return-more-than-5-thousand-contos-to-the-state</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/general-inspectorate-of-finances-orders-first-lady-to-return-more-than-5-thousand-contos-to-the-state</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The salary that President José Maria Neves gave to his partner is, in fact, illegal, which is why the IGF is calling for its return ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 05:18:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>General Inspectorate of Finance orders First Lady to return more than 5 thousand contos to the State</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Brava and its bench in the Municipal Assembly continue to await quarterly balance sheets from the Brava Municipal Council</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-and-its-bench-in-the-municipal-assembly-are-still-waiting-for-quarterly-balance-sheets-from-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-and-its-bench-in-the-municipal-assembly-are-still-waiting-for-quarterly-balance-sheets-from-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) bench in the Municipal Assembly of Brava is still waiting for the quarterly balance sheets requested from the Municipal Council of Brava to be sent. The request was made following an accusation made by the PAICV, which alleged that the municipality had been paying a salary to a councilor for a full-time service, while the same councilor performs functions as an administrator of a public company. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 05:16:30 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Brava and its bench in the Municipal Assembly continue to await quarterly balance sheets from the Brava Municipal Council</media:keywords>
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        <title>Controversy/State of the Nation: Orlando Dias calls for original MpD and State reforms with more health and education</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/controversy-state-of-the-nation-orlando-dias-asks-original-mpd-and-reforms-of-the-state-with-more-health-and-education</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/controversy-state-of-the-nation-orlando-dias-asks-original-mpd-and-reforms-of-the-state-with-more-health-and-education</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Representative Orlando Dias shook up the MpD bench during this Wednesday&amp;#39;s parliamentary debate on the state of the nation by proposing measures for more health and education and less spending on public administration, at the same time as he demanded the return of the original MpD from 1990 with freedom of expression that had Carlos Veiga in leadership and state reforms, with emphasis on the delimitation of the prime minister&amp;#39;s mandate. The leader of the fan group, Paulo Veiga, separated himself from Orlando Dias&amp;#39; position and showed solidarity with the government headed by Ulisses Correia e Silva. There were even those who asked for Dias&amp;#39; head, but he challenged that he will continue as a deputy representing the people who elected him, expressing his opinion freely. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 09:08:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Controversy/State of the Nation: Orlando Dias calls for original MpD and State reforms with more health and education</media:keywords>
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        <title>If by 2024 I do not see the beginning of this work (Health Center) I will not be a candidate for CMB &amp; Francisco Tavares (2022)</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/if-by-2024-I-don&#39;t-see-the-beginning-of-this-work-health-center-I-will-not-be-a-candidate-for-CMB-francisco-tavares-2022</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/if-by-2024-I-don&#39;t-see-the-beginning-of-this-work-health-center-I-will-not-be-a-candidate-for-CMB-francisco-tavares-2022</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, August 7, 2024 — The Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, who had trusted in an important promise in 2022 made by the Prime Minister regarding the island&amp;#39;s new health center, is now facing criticism after the delay in starting work . ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:18:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>If by 2024 I do not see the beginning of this work (Health Center) I will not be a candidate for CMB - Francisco Tavares (2022)</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Assembly without ordinary meetings in 2024</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-without-ordinary-meetings-in-2024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-without-ordinary-meetings-in-2024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, August 6, 2024 (Bravanews) - As has been happening in recent years and in order not to deviate from the rule, the Municipal Assembly has not held any ordinary meeting to date. The two sessions scheduled for the first semester, February and April, were not held and without any official explanation. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:23:49 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Municipal Assembly without ordinary meetings in 2024</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD presents candidates for Municipal Assemblies</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-presents-candidates-for-municipal-assemblies</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-presents-candidates-for-municipal-assemblies</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The vice-president of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), Fernando Elísio Freire, today presented the party&amp;#39;s candidates for the presidency of the Municipal Assemblies for the 2024 municipal elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 05:36:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD presents candidates for Municipal Assemblies</media:keywords>
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        <title>Cape Verde sees China as a development model and seeks deeper cooperation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verde,-China,-development,-tourism,-cooperation,-Josina-Fortes</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Cape-Verde,-China,-development,-tourism,-cooperation,-Josina-Fortes</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cape Verdean politician Josina Fortes praises China&amp;#39;s development model and calls for deeper cooperation between the two countries, especially in tourism. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:43:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde sees China as a development model and seeks deeper cooperation</media:keywords>
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        <title>North American Senators Edward Markey and Hakeem Jeffries introduce resolution in honor of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s 50 years of independence</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/north-american-senators-edward-markey-and-hakeem-jeffries-introduce-resolution-in-honor-of-50-years-of-independence-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/north-american-senators-edward-markey-and-hakeem-jeffries-introduce-resolution-in-honor-of-50-years-of-independence-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ U.S. Senators Edward Markey and Hakeem Jeffries introduced a resolution in Congress recognizing Cape Verde&amp;#39;s 50 years of independence and celebrating the contributions of American Cape Verdeans. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:23:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Cape Verde, independence, American Senate, Markey, Jeffries, Cape Verdean community</media:keywords>
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        <title>Parliament: UCID considers that &amp;amp;quot;the Nation is not doing well despite economic growth&amp;amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ucid-parliament-considers-that-the-nation-is-not-well-despite-economic-growth</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ucid-parliament-considers-that-the-nation-is-not-well-despite-economic-growth</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy of the Independent and Democratic Cape Verdean Union (UCID - opposition), João Santos Luís, argued today that the country is not doing well because Cape Verdeans still face difficulties of various kinds, despite economic growth. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:07:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Parliament: UCID considers that &amp;quot;the Nation is not doing well despite economic growth&amp;quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD considers that the State of the Nation is marked by economic growth, more employment and less extreme poverty</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-considers-that-the-state-of-the-nation-is-marked-by-economic-growth-plus-employment-and-less-extreme-poverty</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-considers-that-the-state-of-the-nation-is-marked-by-economic-growth-plus-employment-and-less-extreme-poverty</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy of the Movement for Democracy (MpD, situation) Celso Ribeiro considered today that the State of the Nation is marked by economic growth accompanied by more employment and less extreme poverty. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:05:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD considers that the State of the Nation is marked by economic growth, more employment and less extreme poverty</media:keywords>
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        <title>State of the Nation reflects a worrying reality marked by social and institutional degradation – PAICV</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-reflects-a-worrying-reality-marked-by-social-and-institutional-degradation-paicv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-reflects-a-worrying-reality-marked-by-social-and-institutional-degradation-paicv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the PAICV parliamentary bench, João Baptista Pereira, considered today that the State of the Nation in 2024 reflects a “worrying” reality marked by social and institutional degradation and labor upheavals. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:03:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>State of the Nation reflects a worrying reality marked by social and institutional degradation – PAICV</media:keywords>
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        <title>TODAY THERE ARE MANY THOSE WHO WANT TO BE A &amp;amp;quot;JASSIRA MONTEIRO&amp;amp;quot;...</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/today-there-are-a-lot-of-those-who-want-to-be-a-jassira-monteiro</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/today-there-are-a-lot-of-those-who-want-to-be-a-jassira-monteiro</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ But very few are capable of defending the Special Statute of Assomada, such as the Capital of Santiago. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:31:04 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>TODAY THERE ARE MANY THOSE WHO WANT TO BE A &amp;quot;JASSIRA MONTEIRO&amp;quot;...</media:keywords>
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        <title>Bravanews Poll &amp; Vote for your favorite candidate &amp; Amandio Brito or Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/vote-for-your-preferred-candidate-amandio-brito-ou-francisco-tavares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/vote-for-your-preferred-candidate-amandio-brito-ou-francisco-tavares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Leave a comment about your favorite candidate - Amandio Brito or Francisco Tavares ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:59:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Bravanews Poll - Vote for your favorite candidate - Amandio Brito or Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Cape Verde Condemns Attack on Former US President</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-cape-verde-condemns-attack-against-former-president-of-the-usa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-cape-verde-condemns-attack-against-former-president-of-the-usa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of Cape Verde, José Maria Neves, strongly condemned the attack against former US President Donald Trump, highlighting the need to repudiate any act of violence in politics and subversion of democratic rules. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:54:34 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Cape Verde Condemns Attack on Former US President</media:keywords>
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        <title>Amandio Brito Accepts to Head PAICV List for Local Authorities on Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-accepts-to-head-list-of-paicv-for-local-authorities-on-ilha-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/amandio-brito-accepts-to-head-list-of-paicv-for-local-authorities-on-ilha-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Amandio Brito accepts to lead the PAICV list in the 2024 municipal elections on Ilha Brava, after a period of internal considerations and negotiations within the party. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jul 2024 12:09:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Amandio Brito Accepts to Head PAICV List for Local Authorities on Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Accusations of Treason: Filú and Júlio Correia Respond to Defamation Campaign on Social Media</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/accusations-of-treason-filu-and-julio-correia-respond-to-defamation-campaign-on-social-media</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/accusations-of-treason-filu-and-julio-correia-respond-to-defamation-campaign-on-social-media</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Felisberto Vieira, known as Filú, denounced a social media campaign organized by Cape Verdean institutions to label him, along with Júlio Correia, as PAICV traitors after they were photographed greeting the Prime Minister at the Cape Verde Trade Investment Forum. According to FORCV, Filú refutes the accusations and highlights the importance of truth and loyalty in his political career. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 20:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Accusations of Treason: Filú and Júlio Correia Respond to Defamation Campaign on Social Media</media:keywords>
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        <title>Message from Antony Blinken Celebrates Cape Verde&amp;#39;s Independence Day</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/message-from-antony-blinken-celebrates-independence-day-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/message-from-antony-blinken-celebrates-independence-day-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The United States Secretary of State, Antony J. Blinken, today issued a statement celebrating Cape Verde&amp;#39;s 49th anniversary of independence. On behalf of the US government, Blinken expressed warm congratulations to the Cape Verdean people. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 23:58:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Message from Antony Blinken Celebrates Cape Verde&amp;#39;s Independence Day</media:keywords>
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        <title>Situation of the Brava Island Census Commission worries PAICV/Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/situation-of-the-brava-island-census-commission-is-concerns-paicvbrava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/situation-of-the-brava-island-census-commission-is-concerns-paicvbrava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, July 5, 2024 (Bravanews) - For more than a decade without internal elections, the Ilha Brava Census Commission faces an anomalous situation, currently operating with just one member, according to a report from a PAICV representative ( African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde) on the island. With the electoral calendar approaching, the situation has generated significant concerns among members of this political party, which is in opposition. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 15:31:36 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Situation of the Brava Island Census Commission worries PAICV/Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares declared his intention to seek a new mandate, under the motto &amp;amp;quot;For Brave, For People&amp;amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-declared-his-intention-to-seek-a-new-term-under-the-motto-brava-for-the-people</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-declared-his-intention-to-seek-a-new-term-under-the-motto-brava-for-the-people</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ On June 28, 2024, Brava witnessed a historic announcement: Francisco Tavares, current president of the City Council, declared his intention to seek a new mandate, under the inspiring motto &amp;quot;For Brava, For the People&amp;quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 06:33:54 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares declared his intention to seek a new mandate, under the motto &amp;quot;For Brave, For People&amp;quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy Assesses Achievements and Challenges of Brava Island and Reaffirms Commitment to Local Development</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-assesses-achievements-and-challenges-of-brava-island-and-reaffirms-commitment-to-local-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-assesses-achievements-and-challenges-of-brava-island-and-reaffirms-commitment-to-local-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Today, national deputies defended more investments for municipalities. They presented different opinions regarding the development of the municipalities of Ribeira Grande de Santiago and Praia. Along this path, Fernanda Burgo took the floor to congratulate the municipality of Brava, which celebrated another anniversary and the patron saint&amp;#39;s feast on June 24th. “The island of Brava experienced enchanting moments when it received many visitors from the various islands and countries of our diaspora to celebrate this magnificent festival whose characteristics are unique”, highlighted the MpD deputy. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 20:43:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
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        <title>Descendant of Cape Verdeans in the USA launches candidacy for state representative in District 58 in Pawtucket</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/descendant-of-Cape Verdeans-in-the-USA-launches-candidacy-for-state-deputy-in-district-58-in-pawtucket</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/descendant-of-Cape Verdeans-in-the-USA-launches-candidacy-for-state-deputy-in-district-58-in-pawtucket</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Elizabeth Moreira was born in the United States, daughter of parents from the municipality of Santa Catarina, and today, at 34 years of age, she decided to run for state representative in RI House District 58 in Pawtucket to give back and represent the community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:12:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Descendant of Cape Verdeans in the USA launches candidacy for state representative in District 58 in Pawtucket</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister visits Massachusetts and Rhode Island to celebrate independence and strengthen ties with the community</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-visits-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-to-celebrate-independence-and-strengthen-ties-with-the-community</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-visits-massachusetts-and-rhode-island-to-celebrate-independence-and-strengthen-ties-with-the-community</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister of Cape Verde, Ulisses Correia e Silva, visits Massachusetts and Rhode Island from July 2nd to 5th. He will participate in the opening of an Investment Forum, celebrate Cape Verde&amp;#39;s Independence Day with community events and meet with government authorities. This visit strengthens ties with the large Cape Verdean American community in these states. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:42:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister visits Massachusetts and Rhode Island to celebrate independence and strengthen ties with the community</media:keywords>
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        <title>Political crisis in Brava intensifies with deputies requesting quarterly balance sheets where they hope to prove the receipt of two salaries by Councilor Ivone</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/political-crisis-in-brava-intensifies-with-deputies-requesting-quarterly-balance sheets-where-they-hope-to-prove-the-receipt-of-two-salaries-by-councilwoman-ivone</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/political-crisis-in-brava-intensifies-with-deputies-requesting-quarterly-balance sheets-where-they-hope-to-prove-the-receipt-of-two-salaries-by-councilwoman-ivone</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, June 16, 2024 (Bravanews) - The political dispute in the Brava Municipal Assembly and between PAICV deputies and the City Council continues to gain intensity, triggered by serious accusations and counter-accusations that now involve the city itself financial management of the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 16 Jun 2024 15:21:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Political crisis in Brava intensifies with deputies requesting quarterly balance sheets where they hope to prove the receipt of two salaries by Councilor Ivone</media:keywords>
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        <title>José Maria Neves invites Pope Francis to visit the archipelago</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-invites-pope-francisco-to-visit-the-archipelago</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-invites-pope-francisco-to-visit-the-archipelago</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic today invited Pope Francis to visit the archipelago during the celebrations of the 500th anniversary of the diocese of Santiago, he announced in a message, after a meeting with the leader of the Catholic Church, in the Vatican. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 18:50:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José Maria Neves invites Pope Francis to visit the archipelago</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor refutes PAICV accusations against councilor Ivone Cardoso</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-refutes-accusations-of-paicv-against-councilwoman-ivone-cardoso</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-refutes-accusations-of-paicv-against-councilwoman-ivone-cardoso</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of Brava City Council, Francisco Tavares, refutes the accusations of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) against councilor Ivone Cardoso and accuses the opposition of wanting to “denigate” her image by alleging “illegalities”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:11:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor refutes PAICV accusations against councilor Ivone Cardoso</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV accuses councilor of “improper use of public funds and illegal payments”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-accuses-councilwoman-of-improper-use-of-public-funds-and-illegalities-in-remunerations</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-accuses-councilwoman-of-improper-use-of-public-funds-and-illegalities-in-remunerations</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The municipal deputies of the PAICV (opposition) of Brava denounce “facts that substantiate the illegal appropriation of public assets, infidelity, abuse of power and illicit use of privileged information in the exercise of functions” by a councilor. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jun 2024 16:09:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV accuses councilor of “improper use of public funds and illegal payments”</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV Municipal Deputies send a report of illegalities to the Court of Auditors.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-deputies-of-paicv-send-reports-of-illegalities-to-the-court-of-accounts</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-deputies-of-paicv-send-reports-of-illegalities-to-the-court-of-accounts</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ In full: Your Excellency, President of the Court of Auditors - City of Praia Subject: Complaint of improper use of public funds and illegalities in the processing of remunerations ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:04:15 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV Municipal Deputies send a report of illegalities to the Court of Auditors.</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV Expresses Concern About the Situation of Children in Cape Verde and Proposes the Creation of an Observatory</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-expresses-concern-about-the-situation-of-children-in-cape-verde-and-proposes-creation-of-an-observatory</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-expresses-concern-about-the-situation-of-children-in-cape-verde-and-proposes-creation-of-an-observatory</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Cabo Verde&amp;#39;s main opposition party, PAICV, is worried about the situation of children in the country. They believe the government&amp;#39;s policies are weak and have called for the creation of an observatory to analyze the situation. PAICV wants to see improved conditions for children, including better education and protection from abuse. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 07:37:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV Expresses Concern About the Situation of Children in Cape Verde and Proposes the Creation of an Observatory</media:keywords>
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        <title>Bravanews retracts after error in news report about the complaint by the President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/bravanews-retracts-itself-after-error-in-news-about-complaint-of-the-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/bravanews-retracts-itself-after-error-in-news-about-complaint-of-the-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ After the publication of a news item that implicated the President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava in a complaint, Bravanews issued an apology to its readers and the people involved. The newspaper acknowledged having made an error in publishing information based on a source that turned out to be unreliable. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 13:55:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Bravanews retracts after error in news about complaint by the President of the Municipal Assembly of Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV requests “urgent” explanation from the Government on the situation of air transport in Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-requests-urgent-explanation-from-the-government-on-the-situation-of-air-transport-in-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-requests-urgent-explanation-from-the-government-on-the-situation-of-air-transport-in-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV today asked the Government for “urgent” clarification on the situation of air transport in Cape Verde, stating that this sector should occupy a “central axis” of public policies, but is the “most decadent” of this government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 16:05:07 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV requests “urgent” explanation from the Government on the situation of air transport in Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local authorities/2024: Angry between advances and setbacks</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-brava-between-advances-and-retreats</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-brava-between-advances-and-retreats</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ NAÇÃO also tried to find out who will be the head of the PAICV list for Brava, but, according to a leader of that party, it has not yet been possible to confirm a person with whom the party had already spoken. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 04:24:08 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local authorities/2024: Angry between advances and setbacks</media:keywords>
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        <title>Tarrafal: Neves, concerned about the “degradation of the quality of democracy”, says it is necessary to find “antidotes” for the situation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/tarrafal-neves-concerned-with-the-degradation-of-the-quality-of-democracy-says-it-is-necessary-to-find-antidotes-to-the-situation</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/tarrafal-neves-concerned-with-the-degradation-of-the-quality-of-democracy-says-it-is-necessary-to-find-antidotes-to-the-situation</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic (PR) today demonstrated his concern about the “degradation of the quality of democracy” on the global stage and says it is necessary to find “antidotes” to combat this situation. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 15:59:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Tarrafal: Neves, concerned about the “degradation of the quality of democracy”, says it is necessary to find “antidotes” for the situation</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Brava in serious difficulties finding a candidate for this year&amp;#39;s local elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-in-serious-difficulties-finding-candidate-for-this-year&#39;s-local-elections</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-in-serious-difficulties-finding-candidate-for-this-year&#39;s-local-elections</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, April 28, 2024 - With this year&amp;#39;s local elections fast approaching, the Cape Verde African Independence Party (PAICV) on the island of Brava faces an uphill battle to find a suitable candidate to lead the electoral race. This intense search is seen as a significant challenge for the party, as it seeks to ensure solid and effective representation in local government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2024 15:49:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Brava in serious difficulties finding a candidate for this year&amp;#39;s local elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Autarquiacas&amp;#39;2024: PAICV competes with all elected presidents and sets a minimum target of winning 12 chambers</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquiacas2024-paicv-competes-with-all-elected-presidents-and-establishes-minimum-goal-of-conquering-12-chambers</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquiacas2024-paicv-competes-with-all-elected-presidents-and-establishes-minimum-goal-of-conquering-12-chambers</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV will compete for the 2024 mayoral elections with the re-candidacy of the eight elected mayors, and of the 12 other candidates revealed, one repeats his attempt, and sets the minimum goal of winning 12 chambers to win the ballot. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:47:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Autarquiacas&amp;#39;2024: PAICV competes with all elected presidents and sets a minimum target of winning 12 chambers</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD remembers April 25th and renews commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-remembers-25th-of-April-and-renews-commitment-to-the-ideals-of-freedom-and-justice</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-remembers-25th-of-April-and-renews-commitment-to-the-ideals-of-freedom-and-justice</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD-poder) bench remembers the 50th anniversary of the 25th of April and renews its commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice, through a political declaration, presented today during the parliamentary session. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:00:48 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD remembers April 25th and renews commitment to the ideals of freedom and justice</media:keywords>
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        <title>Autárquicas&amp;#39;2024/Santa Catarina: Félix Cardoso denies withdrawing from his candidacy, which remains “firm and strong”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024santa-catarina-felix-cardoso-denies-withdrawing-from-the-candidacy-which-remains-firm-and-strong</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024santa-catarina-felix-cardoso-denies-withdrawing-from-the-candidacy-which-remains-firm-and-strong</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The current councilor without portfolios in the Municipal Council of Santa Catarina, Félix Cardoso, denied today the withdrawal of his independent candidacy for the presidency of the council of this municipality in Santa Catarina and stated that it remains “firm and strong”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 03:37:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Autárquicas&amp;#39;2024/Santa Catarina: Félix Cardoso denies withdrawing from his candidacy, which remains “firm and strong”</media:keywords>
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        <title>visit of the Minister of Family reinforces Government programs aimed at the people of Brava – mayor</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/visit-of-the-family-minister-reinforces-government-programs-aimed-at-the-bravenses-mayor</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/visit-of-the-family-minister-reinforces-government-programs-aimed-at-the-bravenses-mayor</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The substitute president of Brava City Council considered today that Minister Fernando Elísio Freire&amp;#39;s visit to the municipality will reinforce the programs that the Government has taken to Brava residents. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Apr 2024 14:09:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>visit of the Minister of Family reinforces Government programs aimed at the people of Brava – mayor</media:keywords>
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        <title>Small writer and activist of Cape Verdean descent feels honored with visit to PR</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/little-writer-and-activist-of-Cape Verdean-ancestry-feels-honored-by-visiting-to-pr</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/little-writer-and-activist-of-Cape Verdean-ancestry-feels-honored-by-visiting-to-pr</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The little writer and activist of Cape Verdean descent, based in England, Lauryn Rose was received today by the President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, in the company of her mother, feeling honored by the visit to such an “important” figure. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:18:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Small writer and activist of Cape Verdean descent feels honored with visit to PR</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister of Family visits Fogo/Brava Region to check implementation of his ministry&amp;#39;s projects</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/family-minister-visits-fogobrava-region-to-verify-implementation-of-his-ministry&#39;s-projects</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/family-minister-visits-fogobrava-region-to-verify-implementation-of-his-ministry&#39;s-projects</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Family, Inclusion and Social Development, Fernando Elísio Freire, began this Monday, April 1st, a three-day visit to the Fogo/Brava region to verify the implementation of projects linked to his Ministry. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Apr 2024 15:14:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister of Family visits Fogo/Brava Region to check implementation of his ministry&amp;#39;s projects</media:keywords>
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        <title>We have positive developments in terms of women&amp;#39;s participation in politics but we need new measures – Filomena Delgado</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/we-have-positive-evolution-in-level-of-women&#39;s-participation-in-politics-but-we-need-new-measures-filomena-delgado</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/we-have-positive-evolution-in-level-of-women&#39;s-participation-in-politics-but-we-need-new-measures-filomena-delgado</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The former general secretary of the MpD highlighted the very positive evolution registered in the country in terms of women in politics, recognizing the need for new measures and greater promotion also among families and civil society. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 03:46:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>We have positive developments in terms of women&amp;#39;s participation in politics but we need new measures – Filomena Delgado</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Next term will be totally different and a new cycle for the island &amp; Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-next-term-will-be-totally-different-and-a-new-cycle-for-francisco-tavares-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-next-term-will-be-totally-different-and-a-new-cycle-for-francisco-tavares-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of Brava City Council expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him by the party, Movement for Democracy (MpD), to run for another term, highlighting that the next term will be a completely new cycle for the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:11:49 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Next term will be totally different and a new cycle for the island - Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>Autárquicas&amp;#39;2024: “This is a very special year for MpD” – Ulisses Correia e Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-this-is-a-very-special-year-for-mpd-ulisses-correia-e-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas2024-this-is-a-very-special-year-for-mpd-ulisses-correia-e-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Movement for Democracy (MpD, power) said, this Friday, 15th, at night in Santo Antão, that this year is “very special” for his party, as it is the year of local elections in Cape Verde . ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 16:08:52 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Autárquicas&amp;#39;2024: “This is a very special year for MpD” – Ulisses Correia e Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Francisco Tavares, Mayor of Brava, chosen as head of the MpD list for the 2024 municipal elections</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-chosen-as-head-of-the-mpd-list-for-the-local-elections-of-2024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-chosen-as-head-of-the-mpd-list-for-the-local-elections-of-2024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD) made official the choice of Francisco Tavares, current President of the Municipal Council of Brava, as its candidate to head the list for a new term in the 2024 municipal elections. Francisco Tavares assumed the presidency of the council in 2017, succeeding Orlando Balla, and was elected to the position in the 2020 elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:38:02 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Francisco Tavares, Mayor of Brava, chosen as head of the MpD list for the 2024 municipal elections</media:keywords>
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        <title>Young people from Brava leave the Island in search of opportunities &amp; Clovis Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/young-da-brava-abandon-the-island-in-search-of-opportunities-clovis-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/young-da-brava-abandon-the-island-in-search-of-opportunities-clovis-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Young people on Ilha Brava face a challenging reality, marked by a lack of opportunities and basic infrastructure. According to Clovis Silva, PAICV deputy for the Ilha Brava circle, many young people have left the island in search of better living conditions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 09:48:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Young people from Brava leave the Island in search of opportunities - Clovis Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>The construction of the new Brava Health Station is already planned and with guaranteed financing</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-construction-of-the-new-brava-health-department-is-already-planned-and-with-guaranteed-funding</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-construction-of-the-new-brava-health-department-is-already-planned-and-with-guaranteed-funding</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The construction of the new Brava Health Station is already planned and with guaranteed financing, according to Samuel Varela, deputy of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) for the Brava constituency. This is news that meets the needs of the island, which has long been demanding better conditions in the area of health. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 09:35:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The construction of the new Brava Health Station is already planned and with guaranteed financing</media:keywords>
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        <title>Local elections 2024: MpD confirms Abraão Vicente Praia and bets on Armindo Luz for Ribeira Grande Santo Antão</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas-2024-mpd-confirm-abraao-vicente-praia-e-aposta-em-armindo-luz-para-ribeira-grande-santo-antao</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/autarquicas-2024-mpd-confirm-abraao-vicente-praia-e-aposta-em-armindo-luz-para-ribeira-grande-santo-antao</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD), today released the list of candidates for the presidency of the Municipal Chambers in this year&amp;#39;s local elections, confirming Abraão Vicente for Praia and the bet on Armindo Luz for Ribeira Grande de Santo Antão. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 16:04:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Local elections 2024: MpD confirms Abraão Vicente Praia and bets on Armindo Luz for Ribeira Grande Santo Antão</media:keywords>
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        <title>Câmara da Brava is criticized for its slowness, says Clovis Silva, PAICV deputy for the Brava circle</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/camara-da-brava-is-criticized-for-its-slowness-says-clovis-silva-deputy-of-paicv-by-circulo-da-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/camara-da-brava-is-criticized-for-its-slowness-says-clovis-silva-deputy-of-paicv-by-circulo-da-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV (Cape Verde African Independence Party) deputy for the Brava constituency, Clovis Silva, vehemently criticized the management of the Brava City Council, describing it as &amp;quot;truly a slow Chamber&amp;quot;. Silva&amp;#39;s criticisms were made during a parliamentary session dedicated to general issues. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:42:05 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Câmara da Brava is criticized for its slowness, says Clovis Silva, PAICV deputy for the Brava circle</media:keywords>
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        <title>In his speech at the Cape Verdean parliament, Varela proudly parades the works done and to be done on Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/in-his-intervention-in-the-Cape Verdean-parliament-varela-proudly-parades-the-works-done-and-to-be-done-on-brava-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/in-his-intervention-in-the-Cape Verdean-parliament-varela-proudly-parades-the-works-done-and-to-be-done-on-brava-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, March 10, 2024 (Bravanews) - In the Cape Verdean Parliament, Samuel Varela, deputy of the MpD (Movement for Democracy), proudly parades a set of achievements of the national government that have revolutionized the lives of the people of Brava In a speech Excitedly, he highlights the various works and programs implemented by the MpD government, which have brought significant gains to the island. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202403/image_870x580_65ec7226b007e.jpg" length="46487" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:28:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>In his speech at the Cape Verdean parliament, Varela proudly parades the works done and to be done on Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Samuel Varela, MpD deputy for Brava, highlights the island&amp;#39;s achievements in his first intervention in the National Assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-deputy-of-mpd-for-bravely-highlights-the-island&#39;s-achievements-in-his-first-intervention-in-the-national-assembly</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/samuel-varela-deputy-of-mpd-for-bravely-highlights-the-island&#39;s-achievements-in-his-first-intervention-in-the-national-assembly</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Deputy Samuel Varela, representative of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) for the Brava Electoral Circle, made his first intervention in the plenary of the National Assembly, recalling the importance of the last elections and highlighting the advances achieved by the island during the MpD&amp;#39;s term in government national and local. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 09:12:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Samuel Varela, MpD deputy for Brava, highlights the island&amp;#39;s achievements in his first intervention in the National Assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Brava City Council claims to be clandestinely recorded in discussion about bank loan for Placa Desportiva do Palhal</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-alleges-to-be-clandestinely-recorded-in-discussion-about-bank-loan-for-palhal-sports-board</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-alleges-to-be-clandestinely-recorded-in-discussion-about-bank-loan-for-palhal-sports-board</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 20, 2024 (Bravanews) - The Mayor of Brava claimed to have been clandestinely recorded in an issue related to the explanation of the bank loan for the construction of a sports board in Palhal. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202401/image_870x580_65ba0012157b9.jpg" length="67754" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 17:01:04 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Brava City Council claims to be clandestinely recorded in discussion about bank loan for Placa Desportiva do Palhal</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV in Brava questions the whereabouts of the amount promised for the construction of the Palhal Plate</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-na-brava-questions-the-whereabouts-of-the-amount-promised-for-the-construction-of-the-straw-plate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-na-brava-questions-the-whereabouts-of-the-amount-promised-for-the-construction-of-the-straw-plate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 20, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) on the island of Brava is raising questions about the destination of an amount promised by the then Minister of Sports, Elisio Freire, for the construction of the Palhal Plaque. This situation is causing controversy on the island, as the City Council recently announced that it will use a bank loan to finance the construction of the aforementioned sign. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:40:48 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV in Brava questions the whereabouts of the amount promised for the construction of the Palhal Plate</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Brava City Council criticizes TCV Fogo e Brava delegation for lack of coverage of Nho Tatai island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-criticizes-delegation-of-tcv-fogo-e-brava-due-to-lack-of-coverage-of-the-island-of-nho-tatai</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-criticizes-delegation-of-tcv-fogo-e-brava-due-to-lack-of-coverage-of-the-island-of-nho-tatai</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 20, 2024 (Bravanews) - The Mayor of Brava, in Cape Verde, publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with the Delegation of TCV (Cape Verde Television) Fogo e Brava, justifying that the aforementioned delegation has not covered Brava Island for more than six months. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:10:59 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Brava City Council criticizes TCV Fogo e Brava delegation for lack of coverage of Nho Tatai island</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/Brava reminds the Mayor of Brava that the grass field in Nossa Senhora do Monte was a 2012 campaign promise</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-reminds-the-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-of-that-field-of-grass-in-nossa-senhora-do-mont-was-a-2012-campaign-promise</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicvbrava-reminds-the-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-of-that-field-of-grass-in-nossa-senhora-do-mont-was-a-2012-campaign-promise</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 18, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) on the island of Brava reminded the Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, that the construction of a grass field in Nossa Senhora do Monte was a campaign promise in 2012. Twelve years later, the population and athletes find themselves faced with yet another promise for the coming times. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 18 Feb 2024 15:45:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/Brava reminds the Mayor of Brava that the grass field in Nossa Senhora do Monte was a 2012 campaign promise</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV explains the refusal of the bench at the Municipal Assembly in relation to the loan of 120,000 contos made by CMB</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-explains-the-denial-of-the-stands-at-the-municipal-assembly-in-relation-to-the-loan-of-120000-contos-made-by-cmb</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-explains-the-denial-of-the-stands-at-the-municipal-assembly-in-relation-to-the-loan-of-120000-contos-made-by-cmb</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 17, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) on the island of Brava revealed that it voted against a loan of 120,000 contos due to the fact that more than 60% of this amount would be retained at the bank to pay off a previous loan made by the management of Orlando Balla, a former mayor elected on the lists of the Movement for Democracy (MpD). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2024 15:24:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV explains the refusal of the bench at the Municipal Assembly in relation to the loan of 120, 000 contos made by CMB</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV on Brava Island returns the charge, accusing the Mayor of cronyism and nepotism</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-na-ilha-brava-returns-the-charge-accusing-the-president-of-the-chamber-of-crony-and-nepotism</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-na-ilha-brava-returns-the-charge-accusing-the-president-of-the-chamber-of-crony-and-nepotism</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, February 16, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) on Brava Island intensified its criticism of the Mayor, Francisco Tavares, accusing him of cronyism, clientelism, nepotism and harmful management . Carlinhos Martins, local leader of PAICV, alleges that Tavares is favoring his compadre, Ideal Louro, with construction contracts without a public tender, in a company that appeared suddenly. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:13:49 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV on Brava Island returns the charge, accusing the Mayor of cronyism and nepotism</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares will be nominated by the MpD for another term in the Brava City Council</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-will-be-nominated-by-the-mpd-for-another-term-in-the-municipal-of-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-will-be-nominated-by-the-mpd-for-another-term-in-the-municipal-of-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, February 8, 2024 (Bravanews) - Although it has not yet been officially confirmed, BravaNews sources reported that Francisco Tavares, current President of Brava City Council, will be nominated by the Movement for Democracy (MpD) to run in the next local elections. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 16:01:40 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco Tavares will be nominated by the MpD for another term in the Brava City Council</media:keywords>
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        <title>Emigrants express support for President Francisco Tavares after PAICV accusations</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/emigrants-express-support-for-president-francisco-tavares-after-paicv-accusations</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/emigrants-express-support-for-president-francisco-tavares-after-paicv-accusations</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, February 5, 2024 (Bravanews) - After the recent accusations made by the PAICV (Cape Verde African Independence Party) against President Francisco Tavares, some Bravanese emigrants in the USA contacted Bravanews to express their unconditional support for the leader, urging him to continue his work with dignity, transparency and responsibility. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 03 Feb 2024 10:46:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Emigrants express support for President Francisco Tavares after PAICV accusations</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV/ Brava considers filing a Criminal Complaint against the President of the City Council for alleged unrepublican practices</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-brava-considers-filing-criminal-complaint-against-president-of-the-city-chamber-for-alleged-unrepublican-practices</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-brava-considers-filing-criminal-complaint-against-president-of-the-city-chamber-for-alleged-unrepublican-practices</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ilha da Brava, February 1, 2024 - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) in Brava is considering filing a criminal complaint against the Mayor of Brava, due to alleged unrepublican practices, harmful management and abuse of political and financial power. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 01 Feb 2024 16:03:25 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV/ Brava considers filing a Criminal Complaint against the President of the City Council for alleged unrepublican practices</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor considers PAICV unprepared to manage the city council</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-considers-paicv-unprepared-to-manage-the-municipal-council</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-considers-paicv-unprepared-to-manage-the-municipal-council</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of Brava City Council considers that the Regional Political Commission of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) is not prepared to “even” understand the economic-financial management of the municipality or manage the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 03:09:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Mayor considers PAICV unprepared to manage the city council</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD expresses “repudiation and indignation” at the behavior of the president of the Municipal Assembly of São Filipe</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-expresses-repudiation-and-indignation-at-the-behavior-of-the-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-são-philipe</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-expresses-repudiation-and-indignation-at-the-behavior-of-the-president-of-the-municipal-assembly-of-são-philipe</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy elected on the MpD lists by the Circle of Fire Filipe Santos today expressed “repudiation and indignation” at the “shameful and undemocratic” behavior of the president of the Municipal Assembly of São Filipe, Luís Nunes. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 04:15:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD expresses “repudiation and indignation” at the behavior of the president of the Municipal Assembly of São Filipe</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Brava City Council provokes controversy by declaring Cape Verdean identity as an Afro&amp;geographic and Euro&amp;cultural hybrid</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-causes-controversy-by-declaring-afro-geographical-and-euro-cultural-hybrid identity</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-causes-controversy-by-declaring-afro-geographical-and-euro-cultural-hybrid identity</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 24, 2024 (Bravanews) - In the latest controversial statement that shook social media, the Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, caused an uproar by stating that Cape Verdeans are Africans geographically, but European in terms of customs and traditions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 04:31:39 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Brava City Council provokes controversy by declaring Cape Verdean identity as an Afro-geographic and Euro-cultural hybrid</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV da Brava accuses the Mayor of Brava of harmful management, but hesitates to take the case to court</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-da-brava-accuses-the-president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-of-harmful-management-but-hesitates-in-taking-the-case-to-court</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-da-brava-accuses-the-president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-of-harmful-management-but-hesitates-in-taking-the-case-to-court</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 24, 2024 (Bravanews) - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) on the island of Brava raised accusations against the Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, alleging harmful management, cronyism and misconduct of transparency in public management. However, despite allegations of crimes, PAICV has not yet taken legal action. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 03:59:50 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV da Brava accuses the Mayor of Brava of harmful management, but hesitates to take the case to court</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Municipal Assembly approves budget of 377 thousand contos for 2024</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-municipal-assembly-approves-budget-of-377-thousand-contos-for-2024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-municipal-assembly-approves-budget-of-377-thousand-contos-for-2024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava Municipal Assembly approved this Friday the municipal budget and the activity plan for 2024, worth 377 thousand contos, with votes in favor from the MpD bench and against from the PAICV. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2024 12:44:05 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Municipal Assembly approves budget of 377 thousand contos for 2024</media:keywords>
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        <title>January 20th: “Only great men generate controversy like Amílcar Cabral” – President of the Republic</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/January 20th-only-the-great-men-generate-controversy-like-amilcar-cabral-president-of-the-republic</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/January 20th-only-the-great-men-generate-controversy-like-amilcar-cabral-president-of-the-republic</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic declared today that only great men generate controversy like Amílcar Cabral, calling for Cabral to be celebrated for his strategic dimension throughout his work in the service of Guinea and Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2024 12:38:48 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>January 20th: “Only great men generate controversy like Amílcar Cabral” – President of the Republic</media:keywords>
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        <title>January 20th: Foundation wants to transform Amílcar Cabral Museum into a true documentation center</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/January 20th-fundacao-wants-to-transform-amilcar-cabral-museum-into-a-true-documentation-center</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/January 20th-fundacao-wants-to-transform-amilcar-cabral-museum-into-a-true-documentation-center</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Amílcar Cabral Foundation, Pedro Pires, said today that they aim to transform the Amílcar Cabral Museum into a true documentation center about the figure of this national hero, but also about the liberation struggle. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 Jan 2024 12:34:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>January 20th: Foundation wants to transform Amílcar Cabral Museum into a true documentation center</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV Regional Political Committee in Brava denounces harmful management in the Municipality, unrepublican practices and frequent bank loans without due transparency</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/regional-political-commission-of-paicv-na-brava-denounces-harmful-management-in-the-municipal-practices-unrepublican-and-frequent-bank-loans-without-due-transparency</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/regional-political-commission-of-paicv-na-brava-denounces-harmful-management-in-the-municipal-practices-unrepublican-and-frequent-bank-loans-without-due-transparency</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, January 19, 2024 (Bravanews) - The Regional Political Commission of the PAICV (Cape Verde African Independence Party) on the island of Brava issued a strong complaint against municipal management, alleging harmful practices that harm development and well-being. being in the community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 03:56:13 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV Regional Political Committee in Brava denounces harmful management in the Municipality, unrepublican practices and frequent bank loans without due transparency</media:keywords>
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        <title>PRESS RELEASE &amp; PAICV DA BRAVA REGIONAL POLITICAL COMMISSION</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/press release-regional-political-commission-of-paicv-da-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/press release-regional-political-commission-of-paicv-da-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV Regional Political Commission in Brava denounces the harmful management of the Municipality of BRAVA. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jan 2024 03:37:14 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PRESS RELEASE - PAICV DA BRAVA REGIONAL POLITICAL COMMISSION</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Assembly debates Budget and Plan for 2024 in Session scheduled for tomorrow, January 19th</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-debate-budget-and-plan-for-2024-in-session-scheduled-for-tomorrow-19-January</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-debate-budget-and-plan-for-2024-in-session-scheduled-for-tomorrow-19-January</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 18, 2024 (Bravanews) - On the morning of Friday, January 19, 2024, the Brava Municipal Assembly will hold an important session in the Main Hall of the City Council. The main focus of the meeting will be the discussion and approval of the Activity Plan and Budget for the economic year 2024. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 04:04:39 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Municipal Assembly debates Budget and Plan for 2024 in Session scheduled for tomorrow, January 19th</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV deputy João Antônio Coelho is criticized for lack of coherence in his political positions</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-of-paicv-joao-antonio-coelho-is-criticized-for-lack-of-coherence-in-his-political-positions</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-of-paicv-joao-antonio-coelho-is-criticized-for-lack-of-coherence-in-his-political-positions</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ “It is recalled that the same deputy was a fervent supporter of PAICV in the Brava City Council (CMB), during a calendar year in which only one session of the municipal assembly was held”, said Francisco Tavares, current President of the Brava City Council ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 12:07:55 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV deputy João Antônio Coelho is criticized for lack of coherence in his political positions</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Brava City Council responds to criticism from PAICV about influencing the agenda of the Municipal Assembly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-responds-to-paicv-criticism-about-influencing-the-agenda-of-the-municipal-assembly</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-responds-to-paicv-criticism-about-influencing-the-agenda-of-the-municipal-assembly</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of Brava, in response to criticism from the Cape Verde African Independence Party (PAICV), defended the administrative independence of the Municipal Assembly, as a supervisory body for the local executive, with its own agenda and program. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:56:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Brava City Council responds to criticism from PAICV about influencing the agenda of the Municipal Assembly</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV deputy criticizes trips by the Mayor of Brava without tangible results</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-of-paicv-criticizes-trips-of-the-president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-without-tangible-results</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/deputy-of-paicv-criticizes-trips-of-the-president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-without-tangible-results</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV deputy denounces lack of impact of the international trips of the Mayor of Brava on local living conditions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 11:01:40 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV deputy criticizes trips by the Mayor of Brava without tangible results</media:keywords>
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        <title>January 13: MpD principles and values are the best “compass” for Cape Verde to find progress – Carlos Veiga</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/13-de-janio-mpd-principles-and-values-are-the-best-compass-for-cabo-verde-to-find-progress-carlos-veiga</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/13-de-janio-mpd-principles-and-values-are-the-best-compass-for-cabo-verde-to-find-progress-carlos-veiga</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The first president of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), Carlos Veiga, stated today, in the City of Praia, that the principles and values of this party are the best “compass” for Cape Verde to find progress. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 13 Jan 2024 03:16:47 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>January 13: MpD principles and values are the best “compass” for Cape Verde to find progress – Carlos Veiga</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Brava City Council expresses gratitude during visit to the City of Oeiras</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-expresses-gratitude-on-visit-to-the-city-of-oeiras</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-expresses-gratitude-on-visit-to-the-city-of-oeiras</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, January 12, 2024 (Bravanews) - The Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, was in Oeiras for a special act of thanks. During the visit, the municipal leader participated in an audience with the Vice-President of Oeiras, Francisco Rocha Gonçalves, expressing his sincere gratitude for the institutional cooperation between the two municipalities. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 12:41:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Brava City Council expresses gratitude during visit to the City of Oeiras</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV officially supports the re&amp;candidacy of current mayors</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-officializes-support-for-the-re-candidacy-of-the-current-presidents-of-the-municipal-chambers</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-officializes-support-for-the-re-candidacy-of-the-current-presidents-of-the-municipal-chambers</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The African Independence Party of Cape Verde (PAICV-opposition) today reiterated its support for the current mayors assigned to the party and said that they will announce the nominated candidates by March of this year. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 03:21:13 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV officially supports the re-candidacy of current mayors</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV accuses the Municipal Assembly of letting itself be led by the chamber</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-municipal-assembly-of-letting-itself-be-taken-by-the-camara</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-municipal-assembly-of-letting-itself-be-taken-by-the-camara</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Municipal deputies from the Cape Verde African Independence Party (PAICV) today accused the Brava Municipal Assembly of not fulfilling its obligations and still allowing itself to be led by the chamber, resulting in “total anarchy” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 03:14:43 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: PAICV accuses the Municipal Assembly of letting itself be led by the chamber</media:keywords>
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        <title>Praia/Autárquicas: PAICV highlights a prism of positivity and promise to implement CMP’s plans and projects in 2024</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/praiaautarquicas-paicv-highlights-prism-of-positivity-and-promise-of-realization-of-cmp-plans-and-projects-in-2024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/praiaautarquicas-paicv-highlights-prism-of-positivity-and-promise-of-realization-of-cmp-plans-and-projects-in-2024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV national deputy Carlos Tavares today highlighted the prism of positivity and the promise expressed by the council team led by Francisco Carvalho to implement the plans and projects of the Praia Municipal Council (CMP) scheduled for the year 2024. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 04:57:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Praia/Autárquicas: PAICV highlights a prism of positivity and promise to implement CMP’s plans and projects in 2024</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD wants to win elections to resume Praia’s development process – Luís Carlos Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-wants-to-win-elections-to-resume-development-process-of-praia-luis-carlos-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-wants-to-win-elections-to-resume-development-process-of-praia-luis-carlos-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Movement for Democracy (MpD-poder) today expressed its commitment to placing more party members in the leadership of municipal councils, reiterating its mission to resume the development process in Praia, which is “in a clear setback”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jan 2024 04:55:00 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD wants to win elections to resume Praia’s development process – Luís Carlos Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>Delay in presenting names may affect PAICV results in Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/delay-in-presentation-of-names-can-affect-paicv-na-brava-results</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/delay-in-presentation-of-names-can-affect-paicv-na-brava-results</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, December 24, 2023 - The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV) faces a troubled start in the preparation for municipal elections on the island of Brava, with delays in the presentation of candidates that raise concerns about the possible impact at the polls. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 09:41:37 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Delay in presenting names may affect PAICV results in Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD prepares candidate announcement for Municipal Elections on Brava Island in 2024</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-prepares-announcement-of-the-candidate-for-municipal-elections-on-Ilha-Brava-in-2024</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-prepares-announcement-of-the-candidate-for-municipal-elections-on-Ilha-Brava-in-2024</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, December 24, 2023 - The Movement for Democracy (MpD) is in the final preparations to reveal the name of its candidate who will run for President of the Municipal Council of Ilha Brava in the 2024 elections. Internal sources indicate that the party is eager to present a strong candidate committed to the sustainable development of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 09:34:56 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD prepares candidate announcement for Municipal Elections on Brava Island in 2024</media:keywords>
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        <title>Council of the Republic emphasizes the need to articulate Cape Verde&amp;#39;s positions in the international arena</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/council-of-the-republic-stresses-the-need-to-articulate-the-positions-of-Cape-Verde-in-the-international-arena</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/council-of-the-republic-stresses-the-need-to-articulate-the-positions-of-Cape-Verde-in-the-international-arena</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Council of the Republic today highlighted the need for coordination between sovereign bodies regarding Cape Verde&amp;#39;s positions in the international arena so that the country always speaks with one voice. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:44:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Council of the Republic emphasizes the need to articulate Cape Verde&amp;#39;s positions in the international arena</media:keywords>
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        <title>Political tensions in Cape Verde after visit by the President of Ukraine</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/political-tensions-in-Cape Verde-after-visit-of-the-president-of-Ukraine</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/political-tensions-in-Cape Verde-after-visit-of-the-president-of-Ukraine</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Sal Island, December 14, 2023 - A possible political crisis is on the horizon in Cape Verde, as differences arise between the President of the Republic and the Prime Minister following the visit of the President of Ukraine to the island of Sal. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:14:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Political tensions in Cape Verde after visit by the President of Ukraine</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fábio Vieira sworn in on Monday as president of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fabio-vieira-sworn-in-monday-as-president-of-the-association-of-the-municipalities-of-fogo-e-da-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fabio-vieira-sworn-in-monday-as-president-of-the-association-of-the-municipalities-of-fogo-e-da-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Municipal Council of Mosteiros, Fábio Vieira, will be sworn in next Monday, 20th, as president of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava, replacing Nuías Silva. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:56:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fábio Vieira sworn in on Monday as president of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava City Council (CMB) announces investments in sports and public utility infrastructure</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-camara-da-brava-cmb-announces-investments-in-sports-and-public-utility-infrastructure</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-camara-da-brava-cmb-announces-investments-in-sports-and-public-utility-infrastructure</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Nova Sintra, November 11, 202 (Bravanews) - The Brava City Council (CMB) announced today a series of significant investments in sports and public utility infrastructure, totaling an amount of 19,000,000$00 escudos (approximately 184,500 dollars or 172,300 euros). These projects aim to improve sporting conditions and promote sporting development in the region. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 11 Nov 2023 05:08:59 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava City Council (CMB) announces investments in sports and public utility infrastructure</media:keywords>
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        <title>It has been “very gratifying” and “a source of pride” to perform the role of head of state – President of the Republic</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/it-has-been-very-gratifying-and-a-reason-to-be-proud-to-carry-out-the-role-of-head-of-state-president-of-the-republic</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/it-has-been-very-gratifying-and-a-reason-to-be-proud-to-carry-out-the-role-of-head-of-state-president-of-the-republic</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic revealed today that it has been “very gratifying” and “a reason for pride” to perform the high functions of head of state, in Cape Verde&amp;#39;s current state of development, highlighting important gains achieved in different areas ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 04:07:26 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>It has been “very gratifying” and “a source of pride” to perform the role of head of state – President of the Republic</media:keywords>
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        <title>Israel: MNE counters criticism of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s abstention vote at the UN and reaffirms that the country is a “staunch defender” of peace</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/israel-mne-rebuts-criticisms-about-cape-verde-abstention-vote-at-the-un-and-reaffirms-that-the-country-is-a-staunch-defender-of-peace</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/israel-mne-rebuts-criticisms-about-cape-verde-abstention-vote-at-the-un-and-reaffirms-that-the-country-is-a-staunch-defender-of-peace</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Foreign Affairs today refuted criticism about the country&amp;#39;s abstention in a United Nations resolution on the conflict between Israel and Hamas and reaffirmed that the archipelago is a “staunch defender” of peace. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:03:04 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Israel: MNE counters criticism of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s abstention vote at the UN and reaffirms that the country is a “staunch defender” of peace</media:keywords>
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        <title>Head of State critical of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s abstention from the UN resolution on the Israel&amp;Palestine crisis</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/head-of-state-critical-of-Cape Verde&#39;s-abstention-of-the-un-resolution-on-the-Israeli-Palestinian-crisis</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/head-of-state-critical-of-Cape Verde&#39;s-abstention-of-the-un-resolution-on-the-Israeli-Palestinian-crisis</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic was surprised by Cape Verde&amp;#39;s abstention in voting on the resolution approved on Friday at the UN General Assembly on the conflict between Israel and considered that the country was harmed by this position. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 16:00:07 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Head of State critical of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s abstention from the UN resolution on the Israel-Palestine crisis</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: The central challenge is to work to make transport connecting the island more frequent and safer – Rui Semedo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-central-challenge-and-work-so-that-transport-connecting-the-island-is-more-frequent-and-safe-rui-semedo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-central-challenge-and-work-so-that-transport-connecting-the-island-is-more-frequent-and-safe-rui-semedo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV-opposition) considered today that Brava&amp;#39;s central challenge is transport connecting to the island and argued that work needs to be done to make it more “frequent and safe”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 16:08:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: The central challenge is to work to make transport connecting the island more frequent and safer – Rui Semedo</media:keywords>
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        <title>Rui Semedo, President of PAICV, visits Ilha Brava to discuss crucial issues</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/rui-semedo-president-of-paicv-visits-the-brava-island-to-discuss-crucial-issues</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/rui-semedo-president-of-paicv-visits-the-brava-island-to-discuss-crucial-issues</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ilha Brava, October 23, 2023 - The president of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV), Rui Semedo, paid a visit to Ilha Brava on October 21, marking an important moment in the campaign for the next municipal elections and in the search for the recovery of the presidency of the local Chamber. During his stay on the island, Rui Semedo also addressed fundamental issues related to public health and the infrastructure of the road network. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:27:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Rui Semedo, President of PAICV, visits Ilha Brava to discuss crucial issues</media:keywords>
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        <title>Reconquering Santa Catarina do Fogo and Brava in the next elections is PAICV’s main challenge for the southern region – Rui Semedo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/reconquering-santa-catarina-do-fogo-e-brava-in-the-next-elections-is-the-main-challenge-of-paicv-for-the-south-region-rui-semedo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/reconquering-santa-catarina-do-fogo-e-brava-in-the-next-elections-is-the-main-challenge-of-paicv-for-the-south-region-rui-semedo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The African Independence Party of Cape Verde (PAICV-opposition) established as its main challenge for the southern region of the country the reconquest of the chambers of Santa Catarina (Fogo) and Brava in the next municipal elections in 2024. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:49:37 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Reconquering Santa Catarina do Fogo and Brava in the next elections is PAICV’s main challenge for the southern region – Rui Semedo</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR receives Uni&amp;CV Student Association</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-recebe-student-association-of-uni-cv</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-recebe-student-association-of-uni-cv</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ José Maria Neves received a representation from the aforementioned association at a hearing today, which came to present itself to the PR. The association seeks institutional support for its participation in a cultural exchange in Saint-Dennis, France, with other French students. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 14 Oct 2023 05:10:24 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR receives Uni-CV Student Association</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: President of Brava City Council said he was “highly satisfied” with the work of the Coast Guard</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-said-he-is-highly-satisfied-with-the-work-of-the-coastguard</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-said-he-is-highly-satisfied-with-the-work-of-the-coastguard</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of Brava City Council, Francisco Tavares, said today that he is “highly satisfied” with the work of the Coast Guard during these eleven months of its installation in the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 05:38:26 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: President of Brava City Council said he was “highly satisfied” with the work of the Coast Guard</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of São Filipe calls for national and international solidarity to face the state of calamity in the municipality</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-chamber-of-são-philipe-appeals-for-national-and-international-solidarity-to-address-the-state-of-calamity-in-the-city</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-chamber-of-são-philipe-appeals-for-national-and-international-solidarity-to-address-the-state-of-calamity-in-the-city</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, received this afternoon the mayor of San Filippo, Nuias Silva, who leads a diplomatic front to raise resources to face the extensive damage caused by the rains of July, August and, above all, September 7th and which , according to a report presented today to the Head of State, exceeds 100 thousand contos. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 07 Oct 2023 06:13:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of São Filipe calls for national and international solidarity to face the state of calamity in the municipality</media:keywords>
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        <title>Speech in Parliament &amp; Video</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/speech-in-parliament-video</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/speech-in-parliament-video</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Speech in Parliament - Video ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 18:07:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Speech in Parliament - Video</media:keywords>
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        <title>Speech for the debate with the Minister of Education for the first Session of October</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/speech-for-the-debate-with-the-minister-of-education-for-the-first-session-of-October</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/speech-for-the-debate-with-the-minister-of-education-for-the-first-session-of-October</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Speech for the debate with the Minister of Education for the first Session of October ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 17:36:22 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Speech for the debate with the Minister of Education for the first Session of October</media:keywords>
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        <title>Start of the political year: Head of State consults Political Parties on the national political situation</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/start-of-the-year-political-head-of-state-listens-to-political-parties-about-the-national-political-situation</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/start-of-the-year-political-head-of-state-listens-to-political-parties-about-the-national-political-situation</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ It&amp;#39;s official. The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, receives this Tuesday, October 3rd at the Palácio de Platô, representatives of the three Political Parties with parliamentary seats in Cape Verde (MpD, PAICV, UCID). The initiative is part of the start of the new Political Year and aims to listen to the aforementioned political formations about the national political situation. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:54:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Start of the political year: Head of State consults Political Parties on the national political situation</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of CMB receives President of the Board of Directors and formalizes partnership with IMP</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-receives-president-of-the-directive-council-and-formalizes-partnership-with-the-imp</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-receives-president-of-the-directive-council-and-formalizes-partnership-with-the-imp</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava Island, October 1, 2023 - Last Friday, the President of the Brava City Council (CMB), Francisco Tavares, received Dr. Seidi dos Santos, President of the Board of Directors of the Maritime and Port Institute (IMP) in audience , accompanied by the Executive Members, Dr. Armando Lopes and Dr. Sandra Leite, in addition to the representative at Brava, Dr. Anilton Pereira. The meeting was marked by constructive discussions and culminated in the formalization of a solid partnership between the two institutions through the signing of an Institutional Cooperation Protocol. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2023 15:00:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of CMB receives President of the Board of Directors and formalizes partnership with IMP</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of Brava City Council expresses frustration with low participation at the meeting in Nossa Senhora do Monte and criticizes negative comments on social media</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-expresses-frustration-with-low-participation-in-the-meeting-in-nossassa-do-mont-and-criticizes-negative-comments-on-social-media</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-city-chamber-of-brava-expresses-frustration-with-low-participation-in-the-meeting-in-nossassa-do-mont-and-criticizes-negative-comments-on-social-media</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, October 1, 2023 - The Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, expressed his disappointment with the low participation in the meeting held on Wednesday afternoon, in Nossa Senhora do Monte. At an event that aimed to discuss local issues and hear citizens&amp;#39; opinions about improvements to the region, the presence of residents was lower than expected. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:42:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of Brava City Council expresses frustration with low participation at the meeting in Nossa Senhora do Monte and criticizes negative comments on social media</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: People of Nossa Senhora do Monte want improvements to the Health Center and the creation of a Police Station</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-population-of-nossa Senhora do Monte-wants-improvements-in-the-health-center-and-creation-of-a-police-post</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-population-of-nossa Senhora do Monte-wants-improvements-in-the-health-center-and-creation-of-a-police-post</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The population of Vila de Nossa Senhora do Monte, on Brava Island, today asked for more attention to the locality from the city council, also requesting improvements to the Health Center and the creation of a Police Station. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:35:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: People of Nossa Senhora do Monte want improvements to the Health Center and the creation of a Police Station</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor and Councilors meet with young people from Nossa Senhora do Monte to discuss local issues</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-municipal-council-and-councilors-meet-with-young people-of-nossada-do-mont-to-discuss-local-issues</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-municipal-council-and-councilors-meet-with-young people-of-nossada-do-mont-to-discuss-local-issues</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of the City Council, Francisco Tavares, together with councilors, has scheduled an important meeting with the young people of Nossa Senhora do Monte this Wednesday, at 6pm, at the local Polivalente. The purpose of the meeting is to open a frank and open dialogue about the problems affecting the community and to discuss a variety of issues related to the region&amp;#39;s development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:53:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor and Councilors meet with young people from Nossa Senhora do Monte to discuss local issues</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fogo: Águabrava General Assembly to renew the company’s governing bodies without a defined date</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-general-assembly-of-aguabrava-for-renewal-of-the-corporate-organs-of-the-company-without-defined-date</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-general-assembly-of-aguabrava-for-renewal-of-the-corporate-organs-of-the-company-without-defined-date</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The General Assembly of the Intermunicipal Water Company, Águabrava, to renew the corporate bodies, initially scheduled for September, does not yet have a defined date, said the president of the General Assembly, Fábio Vieira. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 11:59:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fogo: Águabrava General Assembly to renew the company’s governing bodies without a defined date</media:keywords>
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        <title>BCV: PR defends review of the State&amp;#39;s salary policy to avoid “glaring inconsistencies and injustices”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/bcv-pr-defends-revision-of-state-salary-policy-to-avoid-glaring-inconsistencies-and-injustices</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/bcv-pr-defends-revision-of-state-salary-policy-to-avoid-glaring-inconsistencies-and-injustices</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic defended the review of the State&amp;#39;s salary policy to avoid “glaring inconsistencies and injustices” and to also avoid “putting into crisis” the entire merit system that should guide the functioning of the Government. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 15:47:13 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>BCV: PR defends review of the State&amp;#39;s salary policy to avoid “glaring inconsistencies and injustices”</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV Regional Political Commission calls for an emergency plan to prevent disasters</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-regional-political-commission-of-paicv-calls-for-emergency-plan-to-prevent-disasters</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-regional-political-commission-of-paicv-calls-for-emergency-plan-to-prevent-disasters</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Regional Political Commission (CPR) of PAICV in Brava today asked Civil Protection for an “educational intervention” and for an emergency plan to be communicated to the population so that disasters can be prevented and damage to people and property avoided. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:18:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: PAICV Regional Political Commission calls for an emergency plan to prevent disasters</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, Discusses Cooperation with President of Cuba, Miguel Díaz&amp;Canel Bermúdez</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-jose-maria-neves-discusses-cooperation-with-president-of-cuba-miguel-diaz-canel-bermudez</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-jose-maria-neves-discusses-cooperation-with-president-of-cuba-miguel-diaz-canel-bermudez</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ City of Praia, September 12, 2023 - His Excellency the President of the Republic of Cape Verde, José Maria Neves, and His Excellency the President of the Republic of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, held a crucial telephone conversation this afternoon. The discussion focused on the Group 77 + China Summit, scheduled to take place in Havana on the 15th and 16th of September, under the theme &amp;quot;Current development challenges, the role of science, technology and innovation&amp;quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:52:05 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, Discusses Cooperation with President of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV DA BRAVA REGIONAL POLITICAL COMMISSION &amp; PRESS RELEASE</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/regional-political-commission-of-paicv-da-brava-press-note</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/regional-political-commission-of-paicv-da-brava-press-note</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV Regional Political Committee in Brava, following the last meeting to assess the social situation resulting from the recent rains, hereby appeals to the Local and Central Government, the following: ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 15:20:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV DA BRAVA REGIONAL POLITICAL COMMISSION - PRESS RELEASE</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV urges the Government to declare a State of Calamity in São Filipe and Brava due to damage caused by intense rain</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-urges-government-to-declare-state-of-calamity-in-sao-philipe-e-brava-due-to-damage-caused-by-intense-rain</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-urges-government-to-declare-state-of-calamity-in-sao-philipe-e-brava-due-to-damage-caused-by-intense-rain</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy and member of the PAICV National Council, Luís Pires, today called on the Government to declare a state of calamity in the municipalities of São Filipe and Brava due to the considerable damage caused by heavy rains. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 16:01:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV urges the Government to declare a State of Calamity in São Filipe and Brava due to damage caused by intense rain</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Noise pollution is a disturbing reality</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-noise-pollution-an-annoying-reality</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-noise-pollution-an-annoying-reality</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, September 7, 2023 - The newly appointed Commander of the Brava Police Station, Captain Silva, held a meeting with the Mayor of Brava to address several issues of local importance, including compliance with municipal postures and the opening hours of commercial establishments. The meeting also focused primarily on concerns about growing noise pollution on the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 05:42:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Noise pollution is a disturbing reality</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Francisco Tavares asks for &amp;#39;forcing&amp;#39; to increase the municipal financial &amp;amp;quot;cake&amp;amp;quot;</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-asks-forcing-for-increase-in-the-municipal-financial-cake</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-asks-forcing-for-increase-in-the-municipal-financial-cake</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brave, Francisco Tavares, called today, in Nova Sintra, for a &amp;#39;forcing&amp;#39; of all the mayors of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s municipal councils to increase the national financial &amp;quot;cake&amp;quot; for municipalities. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:42:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Francisco Tavares asks for &amp;#39;forcing&amp;#39; to increase the municipal financial &amp;quot;cake&amp;quot;</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Sustainable Foundation honors the history of Municipal Leaders with the donation of frames</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/foundation-brava-sustainable-honor-history-of-municipal-leaders-with-donation-of-frames</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/foundation-brava-sustainable-honor-history-of-municipal-leaders-with-donation-of-frames</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, August 18, 2023 - During a visit to the Brava Municipal Assembly and Chamber yesterday, the President of the Brava Sustainable Foundation, Doctor José Gonçalves, delivered a symbolic gift that will certainly have lasting significance for the island. The donation of 12 special frames for the exhibition of photographs of the six former mayors of the Municipal Assembly and five former mayors of the Municipal Chamber that Brava has elected so far, celebrating the historical and political trajectory of the island. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Aug 2023 16:01:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava Sustainable Foundation honors the history of Municipal Leaders with the donation of frames</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR urges JPAI to bring African youth concerns to the international agenda</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/urge-jpai-to-bring-concerns-of-african-youth-to-the-international-agenda</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/urge-jpai-to-bring-concerns-of-african-youth-to-the-international-agenda</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, challenged young Cape Verdeans from the União da Juventude Internacional Socialista (IUSY), to bring to the international agenda the concerns of African youth, which do not always coincide with those of developed countries, and whose youth organizations generally belong to societies with another level of problems. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 05:01:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR urges JPAI to bring African youth concerns to the international agenda</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fábio Vieira succeeds Nuías Silva in the presidency of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fabio-vieira-sucedes-nuias-silva-in-the-presidency-of-the-association-dos-municipios-of-fogo-e-da-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fabio-vieira-sucedes-nuias-silva-in-the-presidency-of-the-association-dos-municipios-of-fogo-e-da-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The impasse that reigned in the Association of the Municipalities of Fogo and Brava (AMFB) in relation to the presidency was overcome in the association meeting that elected Fábio Vieira to succeed Nuías Silva in the presidency of the Association. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 05 Aug 2023 09:58:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fábio Vieira succeeds Nuías Silva in the presidency of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Fogo: Águabrava General Assembly meets today to analyze the issue of water bottling and election of governing bodies</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-general-assembly-of-aguabrava-meets-today-to-analyze-issue-of-bottled-water-and-election-of-government-bodies</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/fire-general-assembly-of-aguabrava-meets-today-to-analyze-issue-of-bottled-water-and-election-of-government-bodies</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The shareholders of Empresa Intermunicipal de Águas, Águabrava, are meeting today in the city of São Filipe in a general meeting to analyze the possibility of bottling water and the election of new corporate bodies for the company. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 05 Aug 2023 04:01:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Fogo: Águabrava General Assembly meets today to analyze the issue of water bottling and election of governing bodies</media:keywords>
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        <title>State of the Nation: Prime Minister of Cape Verde says that the State of the Nation is trustworthy</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-prime-minister-of-cape-verde-says-that-the-state-of-the-nation-is-trustworthy</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/state-of-the-nation-prime-minister-of-cape-verde-says-that-the-state-of-the-nation-is-trustworthy</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Cape Verdean Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, said today that the economy has “recovered well” from the effects of the crises and considered that the state of the Nation is one of “trust and positivism” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jul 2023 14:44:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>State of the Nation: Prime Minister of Cape Verde says that the State of the Nation is trustworthy</media:keywords>
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        <title>Nuias Silva winks at PAICV leadership</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-blinker-eye-to-paicv-leadership</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/nuias-silva-blinker-eye-to-paicv-leadership</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Current mayor of São Filipe, Fogo, is ready to run again for a second term, but opens up the possibility of being able to run in another municipality if the PAICV indicates it or for any challenge at national level, leaving implicit a possible candidacy for leadership of the tambourine party. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jul 2023 04:59:53 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Nuias Silva winks at PAICV leadership</media:keywords>
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        <title>Lula da Silva makes a stopover in Praia and will meet with his counterpart from Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/squid-do-scala-on-the-beach-and-have-encounter-with-homologue-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/squid-do-scala-on-the-beach-and-have-encounter-with-homologue-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brazilian President Lula da Silva will make a stopover in the city of Praia on Wednesday and will have a meeting with his Cape Verdean counterpart, José Maria Neves, to address “issues of common interest”, the Cabo Verdean Presidency announced today. verdiana. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2023 04:37:23 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Lula da Silva makes a stopover in Praia and will meet with his counterpart from Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR receives Special Adviser for Africa of the Secretary General of the United Nations</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-receives-special-advisor-for-africa-to-the-secretary-general-of-the-united-nations</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-receives-special-advisor-for-africa-to-the-secretary-general-of-the-united-nations</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, received, at the end of this morning, the Special Adviser for Africa of the Secretary General of the United Nations, and former Minister of Finance of Cape Verde, Cristina Duarte. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 21:18:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR receives Special Adviser for Africa of the Secretary General of the United Nations</media:keywords>
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        <title>MpD says that discussion of the law on the Statute of Municipalities “is a way to reach regionalization”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-says-that-discussion-of-the-statute-of-municipalities-is-a-way-to-reach-regionalization</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-says-that-discussion-of-the-statute-of-municipalities-is-a-way-to-reach-regionalization</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy of the Movement for Democracy (MpD-poder) Jaime Monteiro said today that the discussion of the law on the Statute of Municipalities can be seen as a way to reach regionalization in the medium term. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 16:06:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MpD says that discussion of the law on the Statute of Municipalities “is a way to reach regionalization”</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Deputy Fernanda Burgo demands a solution to the crisis in the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-deputy-fernanda-burgo-demands-a-solution-to-the-crisis-in-the-association-of-the-fogo-e-da-brava municipalities</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-deputy-fernanda-burgo-demands-a-solution-to-the-crisis-in-the-association-of-the-fogo-e-da-brava municipalities</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Ilha Brava, 7 July 2023 - The deputy of Ilha Brava, Fernanda Burgo, expressed her indignation with the current situation of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava (AMFB), highlighting the urgent need to solve the problems that have affected the organization. The parliamentarian described the attitude of those involved as shameful, highlighting the apparent desire of some individuals to use power to satisfy their own personal ambitions. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:31:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Deputy Fernanda Burgo demands a solution to the crisis in the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>“Câmara de São Filipe has no interest in chairing the Association of the Municipalities of Fogo and Brava” – Nuías Silva</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/camara-de-são-filipe-has-no-interest-in-being-chairing-the-association-of-municipios-of-fogo-e-brava-nuias-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/camara-de-são-filipe-has-no-interest-in-being-chairing-the-association-of-municipios-of-fogo-e-brava-nuias-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The council of São Filipe has no interest in chairing the Association of the Municipalities of Fogo and Brava, said president Nuías Silva, in reaction to the accusations made by the president of the Regional Political Commission of the MpD. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:19:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>“Câmara de São Filipe has no interest in chairing the Association of the Municipalities of Fogo and Brava” – Nuías Silva</media:keywords>
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        <title>Three of the four municipalities of the Fogo&amp;Brava Municipalities Association do not recognize Nuías Silva as president</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/three-of-the-four-municipalities-of-the-association-of-fogo-brava-municipalities-do-not-recognize-presidency-of-nuias-silva</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/three-of-the-four-municipalities-of-the-association-of-fogo-brava-municipalities-do-not-recognize-presidency-of-nuias-silva</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Regional Political Commission of MpD-Fogo, Filipe Santos, said today, in São Filipe, that three of the four municipalities that make up the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava do not recognize Nuías Silva as president of this association. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:15:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Three of the four municipalities of the Fogo-Brava Municipalities Association do not recognize Nuías Silva as president</media:keywords>
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        <title>Alberto Nunes demarcates himself from any action by the president of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava for being “illegitimate”</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-nunes-demarcates-himself-from-any-action-by-the-president-of-the-association-of-the-fire-and-brava-municipalities-for-being-illegitimate</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/alberto-nunes-demarcates-himself-from-any-action-by-the-president-of-the-association-of-the-fire-and-brava-municipalities-for-being-illegitimate</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Santa Catarina, Alberto Nunes, today demarcated himself from any action by Nuías Silva to speak on behalf of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava as being “illegitimate” and because his mandate has expired. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 06:12:24 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Alberto Nunes demarcates himself from any action by the president of the Association of Municipalities of Fogo and Brava for being “illegitimate”</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Francisco Tavares guarantees that the loan of 120 million escudos “will not suffocate” the municipality&amp;#39;s treasury</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-guarantees-that-the-loan-of-120-thousand-contos-will-not-suffocate-the-municipality-treasury</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-francisco-tavares-guarantees-that-the-loan-of-120-thousand-contos-will-not-suffocate-the-municipality-treasury</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, guaranteed today that the loan of 120 thousand contos will not suffocate, in any way, the treasury of the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:57:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Francisco Tavares guarantees that the loan of 120 million escudos “will not suffocate” the municipality&amp;#39;s treasury</media:keywords>
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        <title>5th of July: MpD highlights independence as a conquest of the Cape Verdean people and not of specific groups</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/5-de-July-mpd-highlights-independence-as-a-conquest-of-the-people-Cape-Verdean-and-non-specific-group</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/5-de-July-mpd-highlights-independence-as-a-conquest-of-the-people-Cape-Verdean-and-non-specific-group</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The parliamentary leader of the Movement for Democracy (MpD), Paulo Veiga, today emphasized the importance of independence as an achievement of the Cape Verdean people, highlighting the continuous efforts to strengthen democracy in the country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:57:18 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>5th of July: MpD highlights independence as a conquest of the Cape Verdean people and not of specific groups</media:keywords>
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        <title>5th of July: PAICV highlights achievements and challenges in the celebration of 48 years of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s Independence</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/5-de-July-paicv-highlights-achievements-and-challenges-in-commemoration-of-48-years-of-independence-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/5-de-July-paicv-highlights-achievements-and-challenges-in-commemoration-of-48-years-of-independence-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The parliamentary leader of the African Independence Party of Cape Verde (PAICV – opposition), João Baptista Pereira, praised this Wednesday, 05, the achievements achieved by the country over these almost five decades, in addition to highlighting the challenges that still persist. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:56:06 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>5th of July: PAICV highlights achievements and challenges in the celebration of 48 years of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s Independence</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>5th of July: President of AN asks for more consensus for the country to achieve a balanced and inclusive development</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/5-of-july-president-of-an-asks-for-more-consensus-for-the-country-to-achieve-a-balanced-and-inclusive-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/5-of-july-president-of-an-asks-for-more-consensus-for-the-country-to-achieve-a-balanced-and-inclusive-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the National Assembly defended today that Cape Verde needs lasting consensus and understanding on essential issues of the country&amp;#39;s development, and that this union must be seen and assumed as a national purpose. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:54:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>5th of July: President of AN asks for more consensus for the country to achieve a balanced and inclusive development</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>July 5: PR concerned about incivility, insecurity and lack of accountability culture</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/5-of-july-pre-concerned-about-incivilities-insecurity-and-lack-of-accountability-culture</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/5-of-july-pre-concerned-about-incivilities-insecurity-and-lack-of-accountability-culture</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Head of State showed today, in his speech to the Nation through the special session of the National Assembly alluding to the 5th of July, that he is concerned with the issue of incivility, violence and insecurity that is registered in Cape Verde, despite the gains registered with national independence. José Maria Neves defended that the autonomy and independence of some sensitive areas of the Public Administration would be desirable, at the same time that he suggested, according to attentive observers, in an indirect allusion to the alleged scandal in the management of Environment and Tourism funds, that «the purpose of inspections is to improve the performance of the body inspected, based on a culture of responsibility, without omissions and with clarity of truth”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 15:51:11 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>July 5: PR concerned about incivility, insecurity and lack of accountability culture</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Sal hosts Africa Caucus 2023 to promote Cape Verde at the Nations concert</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/sal-receives-africa-caucus-2023-to-promote-cape-verde-in-the-concert-of-the-nations</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/sal-receives-africa-caucus-2023-to-promote-cape-verde-in-the-concert-of-the-nations</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The island of Sal will host, from the 6th to the 8th of this month, the Africa Caucus 2023, a meeting of finance ministers and African central bank governors, together with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (GBM). ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202307/image_870x580_64a3ab4b0ba8a.jpg" length="91787" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 01:17:16 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Sal hosts Africa Caucus 2023 to promote Cape Verde at the Nations concert</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV&amp;#39;s CPR considers that the bank loan from the autarchy dictates the death of the municipality&amp;#39;s management</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-cpr-do-paicv-considers-that-bank-loan-from-autarchy-dictates-the-death-of-the-municipality-management</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-cpr-do-paicv-considers-that-bank-loan-from-autarchy-dictates-the-death-of-the-municipality-management</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the Regional Political Commission (CPR) of the PAICV in Brava considered today that the bank loan that the Municipality of Brava will request from the bank will dictate the “death of the management of the municipality”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:16:29 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: PAICV&amp;#39;s CPR considers that the bank loan from the autarchy dictates the death of the municipality&amp;#39;s management</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor guarantees that he will continue to seek financing for works that put Brava on another level</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-guarantees-he-will-continue-looking-for-financing-for-works-that-place-brava-on-another-level</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mayor-guarantees-he-will-continue-looking-for-financing-for-works-that-place-brava-on-another-level</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, guaranteed today that the city council team will continue to look for funding to carry out works that place the island on another level. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:46:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Moises Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor guarantees that he will continue to seek financing for works that put Brava on another level</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Jorge Carlos Fonseca says that Brava Island continues to debate with several constraints</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-carlos-fonseca-affirms-that-island-brava-continues-to-debate-with-various-conditionalisms</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-carlos-fonseca-affirms-that-island-brava-continues-to-debate-with-various-conditionalisms</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Jorge Carlos Fonseca says that Brava Island continues to debate with several constraints ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202307/image_870x580_64a0ac56b8f2f.jpg" length="142232" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2023 18:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jorge Carlos Fonseca says that Brava Island continues to debate with several constraints</media:keywords>
    </item>
    <item>
        <title>Jorge Carlos Fonseca visits Brava Municipal Library, promoting reading and knowledge</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-carlos-fonseca-visit-brava-municipal-library-promoting-reading-and-knowledge</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jorge-carlos-fonseca-visit-brava-municipal-library-promoting-reading-and-knowledge</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Jorge Carlos Fonseca visits Brava Municipal Library, promoting reading and knowledge ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202307/image_870x580_64a085b93e588.jpg" length="121910" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 01 Jul 2023 16:00:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Jorge Carlos Fonseca visits Brava Municipal Library, promoting reading and knowledge</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Government reacts to the decision of the Supreme Court of Justice on the extraction of sand at Praia de Fonte Bila</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-reacts-to-agreement-of-the-supreme-court-of-justice-on-extraction-of-sand-at-beach-of-fonte-bila</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-reacts-to-agreement-of-the-supreme-court-of-justice-on-extraction-of-sand-at-beach-of-fonte-bila</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Agriculture and Environment, Gilberto Silva, gave a press conference, yesterday, June 29, reacting to the annulment of the Government order on the extraction of sand in Praia de Fonte Bila on the island of Fogo, by the Supreme Court of Justice. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_649f7e1053f7b.jpg" length="53696" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:41:05 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government reacts to the Judgment of the Supreme Court of Justice on the extraction of sand at Praia de Fonte Bila</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Brava: Mayor defends improvement in the assessment of the impacts of sand harvesting at an environmental and socio&amp;economic level</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-defends-improvement-in-the-assessment-of-impacts-of-sand-collection-at-environmental-and-socio-economic-level</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-defends-improvement-in-the-assessment-of-impacts-of-sand-collection-at-environmental-and-socio-economic-level</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, today defended the need to better analyze the impacts of sand collection in Fonte Bila, Fogo, both at an environmental, social and economic level. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:38:51 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Mayor, defends, improvement, in, the, evaluation, of, the, impacts, of, the, collection, of, the, the, environmental, and, socio-economic</media:keywords>
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        <title>Press Release &amp; Subject: Work Visit of HE the Minister of Communities of the Republic of Cape Verde to the USA, Engº Jorge Santos</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/press-release-matter-work-visit-by-the-minister-of-communities-of-the-republic-of-cape-verde-to-the-usa-eng-jorge-santos</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/press-release-matter-work-visit-by-the-minister-of-communities-of-the-republic-of-cape-verde-to-the-usa-eng-jorge-santos</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Consulate General of Cape Verde in the United States of America is pleased to inform that the Minister of Communities of Cape Verde, Engº Jorge Santos will visit the Region of New England, from June 4th to 9th, to join the Community , in the celebrations of the 48th Anniversary of National Independence. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:24:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Press release - Subject: Visit of the Work of the Minister of Communities of the Republic of Cape Verde to the USA Engº Jorge Santos Santos</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava available to face another term</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-available-to-face-another-term</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-available-to-face-another-term</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, June 29, 2023 - The current Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has expressed his availability to face another term at the head of the local administration. With a track record of significant accomplishments during his current term, Tavares seeks to continue driving the development and well-being of the Brave community. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 04:58:17 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of the City of Brava available to face one more term</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor of Brava still without a decision made on candidacy for next term</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-municipal-hall-of-brava-still-without-a-decision-formed-on-candidacy-for-next-term</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-municipal-hall-of-brava-still-without-a-decision-formed-on-candidacy-for-next-term</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Nova Sintra, June 27, 2023 - The current mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, has not yet taken a final decision on his candidacy for the next term. With elections a year and a half away, he considers it too early to make a decision. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:40:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: President of the City Council of Brava still without a decision formed regarding candidacy for next term</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV: Leader of the parliamentary group “concerned” and “saddened” with the current situation of TACV &amp; air corridor to Lisbon is up for auction due to debts</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-leader-of-the-parliamentary-bench-concerned-and-sad-with-the-current-situation-of-the-tacv-airway-to-lisbon-is-up-at-auction-due-to-debts</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-leader-of-the-parliamentary-bench-concerned-and-sad-with-the-current-situation-of-the-tacv-airway-to-lisbon-is-up-at-auction-due-to-debts</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the Parliamentary group of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde today said he was &amp;quot;concerned&amp;quot; and &amp;quot;saddened&amp;quot; with the current situation of TACV, in which the air corridor to Lisbon is up for auction due to debts. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_6497257614336.jpg" length="63578" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jun 2023 16:07:28 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV:, Leader, of, bench, parliamentary, “concerned”, and, “sad”, with, the, current, situation, of, TACV, -, corridor, aerial, to, Lisbon, is, in, auction, due the debts</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: MpD and PAICV disagree on the proposed loan of 120 million escudos by the municipality</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mpd-and-paicv-diverge-over-the-proposal-for-loan-of-120-thousand-contos-by-the-autarchy</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mpd-and-paicv-diverge-over-the-proposal-for-loan-of-120-thousand-contos-by-the-autarchy</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The benches of the Movement for Democracy (MpD – power) and that of the African Party for the Independence of Cape Verde (PAICV – opposition) differ in opinion regarding the loan proposal by the municipality. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:16:41 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, MpD, and, PAICV, diverge, on, the, proposal, of, loan, of, 120, thousand, contos, by, part, of, the, autarchy</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava Municipal Assembly appreciates activity report and council management account</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-appreciates-activities-report-and-management-account-of-the-town-hall</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/municipal-assembly-of-brava-appreciates-activities-report-and-management-account-of-the-town-hall</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Municipal Assembly of Brava meets this Tuesday, in the first ordinary session of this year, to assess the activities report and the management account of the council for the year 2022. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:56:14 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Municipal Assembly of Brava appreciates report of activities and account of management of the chamber</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava promotes meeting with the population of Baleia</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-promotes-a-meeting-with-the-population-of-the-baleia-locality</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-promotes-a-meeting-with-the-population-of-the-baleia-locality</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Brava, June 17, 2023 - The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, held a landmark meeting with residents of Baleia, with the aim of strengthening direct dialogue between the municipal administration and the local community. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_6497255d0d9f1.jpg" length="95525" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:49:36 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Municipal Chamber of Brava promotes a meeting with the population of the locality of Baleia</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor asks Brava residents to visit the Interpretive Center and learn more about the history of the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mayor-asks-the-bravenenses-to-visit-the-interpretative-centre-and-know-more-of-the-island-history</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-mayor-asks-the-bravenenses-to-visit-the-interpretative-centre-and-know-more-of-the-island-history</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava today asked the Brava public to visit the Interpretive Center (CI) in Nova Sintra, and learn more about the island&amp;#39;s history, reinforcing that the space is not just for tourists. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_649725508862f.jpg" length="100731" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Sat, 10 Jun 2023 08:40:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Mayor, asks, to, the, bravens, to, visit, the, Center, Interpretative, and, to know, more, of, the, history, of, the, island</media:keywords>
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        <title>MR. VICE PRIME MINISTER AND MINISTER OF FINANCE, In supreme respect for the Cape Verdean people, resign!</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Mister-Deputy-Prime-Minister-and-Minister-of-Finance-With-Supreme-Respect-To-The-Cape-Verdean-People-Resign</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Mister-Deputy-Prime-Minister-and-Minister-of-Finance-With-Supreme-Respect-To-The-Cape-Verdean-People-Resign</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ For some time now, only a few traces of the consideration he had for you still remained! I&amp;#39;ve always tried to give him some benefit of the doubt about his clumsy conduct as a leader in the portfolios he oversees. I was critical of him and dared to draw his attention many times. Especially in dossiers that, due to express negligence, did a lot of damage to the country! Especially in the transport sector. I recall the disastrous projects -and highly harmful to the country- by CVAIRLINES/TACV and CVINTERILHAS! ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 03:47:51 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>MR, VICE, PRIME, MINISTER, AND, MINISTER, OF, FINANCES, In, supreme, respect, to, the, people, Cape Verde, resign!</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic makes a positive assessment of the three&amp;day State visit to Luxembourg</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-makes-positive-assessment-of-the-three-day-state-visit-to-luxembourg</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-makes-positive-assessment-of-the-three-day-state-visit-to-luxembourg</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic made a positive assessment of the three-day State visit to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, believing that the existing cooperation and friendly relationship between the two countries were further strengthened. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 26 May 2023 16:37:47 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic makes a positive assessment of the State&amp;#39;s visit of three days to Luxembourg</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>José Maria Neves honors Luxembourg PM for his contribution to strengthening relations between Cape Verde and Luxembourg</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-decorates-pm-luxembourgs-for-its-contribution-in-strengthening-relations-between-cape-verde-and-luxembourg</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-decorates-pm-luxembourgs-for-its-contribution-in-strengthening-relations-between-cape-verde-and-luxembourg</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, today awarded the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, Xavier Bettel, with the Volcano Medal, First Class, for his contribution to strengthening relations between Cape Verde and this European country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 23 May 2023 15:35:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José Maria Neves honors the Luxembourgish PM for his contribution to strengthening relations between Cape Verde and Luxembourg</media:keywords>
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        <title>José Maria Neves supports holding the referendum in Western Sahara so that the people decide their destiny</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-supports-holding-the-referendum-in-western-sahara-so-that-the-people-decide-their-destiny</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/jose-maria-neves-supports-holding-the-referendum-in-western-sahara-so-that-the-people-decide-their-destiny</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, today declared his support for holding a referendum in Western Sahara so that the people of that region can decide on their future and destiny. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2023 09:50:56 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>José, Maria, Neves, supports, realization, of, the, referendum, in, Sahara, Western, for, that, the, people, decide, its, destiny</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Open Letter to the Mayor &amp; Investment in Tourism, but No Prospect of Tourists</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-open-letter-to-the-mayor-investment-in-tourism-but-no-prospect-of-tourists</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-open-letter-to-the-mayor-investment-in-tourism-but-no-prospect-of-tourists</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ &amp;quot;Tourism without tourists&amp;quot; is an expression that describes the situation of the tourism sector and the tourist destination face in reality, Brava, from the outset, with a clear low demand or absence of visitors. This occurs for various reasons, such as economic crises, natural disasters, political instability, epidemics or pandemics, among other factors. However, in the case of Brava, it happens because it is Brava, Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2023 00:02:10 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Open, Letter, to, the, Mayor, -, Investment, in, Tourism, but, No, Prospect, of, Tourists</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Open letter to the Mayor &amp; Investment in Tourism, but no forecast for tourists</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-open-letter-to-the-mayor-investment-in-tourism-but-no-forecast-of-tourists</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-open-letter-to-the-mayor-investment-in-tourism-but-no-forecast-of-tourists</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ &amp;quot;Tourism without tourists&amp;quot; is an expression that describes the situation in which the tourism sector and the tourist destination face in reality, Brava, since always, with a clear low demand or the absence of visitors. This occurs for various reasons, such as economic crises, natural disasters, political instability, epidemics or pandemics, among other factors, but in relation to Brava, it happens because it is Brava, Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 20 May 2023 13:09:46 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Letter open to the mayor - investment in tourism but without forecast of tourists</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV accuses Government of “lack of ambition and commitment” towards the development of the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-government-of-lack-of-ambition-and-commitment-to-the-development-of-the-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-government-of-lack-of-ambition-and-commitment-to-the-development-of-the-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ PAICV today accused the Government of “lack of ambition and commitment” towards the development of Ilha Brava, of “unfulfilled promises”, and urged the executive to rethink the type of investment in Fajã d&amp;#39;Água. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 15:40:09 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Angry:, PAICV, accuses, Government, of, “lack, of, ambition, and, of, commitment”, to, with, the, development, of, island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister of Cape Verde goes to Morocco</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-of-cape-verde-goes-to-marriocos</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-of-cape-verde-goes-to-marriocos</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Today, I begin an official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, at the invitation of the Moroccan Head of Government. This visit constitutes an important milestone in relations between the two countries and will be marked by the holding of the 2nd Cape Verde-Morocco Joint Commission, in Rabat, from May 8 to 10, under the theme “Building a New Era of Cooperation and Strategic and Pragmatic Partnership between Cape Verde and Morocco”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 05:31:07 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister of Cape Verde goes to Morocco</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Government announces construction of new road Esparadinha/Fajã d&amp;#39;Água/Palhal</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-government-announce-construction-of-new-road-sparadinha-faja-d-agua-palhal</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-government-announce-construction-of-new-road-sparadinha-faja-d-agua-palhal</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Infrastructure, Spatial Planning and Housing announced in Brava the construction of a new road that will link Esparadinha/ Fajã d&amp;#39;Água/Palhal, providing “more accessibility and mobility” to the population of Brava. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 09 May 2023 05:24:20 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Government, announces, construction, of, new, road, Esparadinha/Fajã, d&amp;#39;Água/Palhal</media:keywords>
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        <title>Interventions that many pretend not to know and not see &amp; CMB President, Francisco Tavares</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/interventions-that-many-pretend-not-know-and-not-see-president-of-cmb-francisco-tavares</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/interventions-that-many-pretend-not-know-and-not-see-president-of-cmb-francisco-tavares</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Interventions that many pretend not to know and not see - CMB President, Francisco Tavares ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 13:06:58 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Interventions that many pretend not to know and not to see - President of the CMB Francisco Tavares</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV accuses the MpD bench of lack of will and political collusion in the inspection of municipal instruments</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-mpd-bench-of-lack-of-will-and-political-collusion-in-supervision-of-municipal-instruments</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-accuses-mpd-bench-of-lack-of-will-and-political-collusion-in-supervision-of-municipal-instruments</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The municipal deputies of the African Independence Party of Cape Verde (PAICV) accuse the elements of the municipal bench of the Movement for Democracy (MpD) of political collusion in the inspection issue. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2023 05:27:57 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Angry:, PAICV, accuses, bench, of, MpD, of, lack, of, will, and, of, collusion, politician, in, inspection, of, municipal, instruments</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Minister of Infrastructure visits the island in May to find a solution for the Fajã d´Água road – mayor</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-minister-of-infrastructures-visits-island-in-May-to-find-a-solution-for-the-road-of-faja-dagua-edil</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-minister-of-infrastructures-visits-island-in-May-to-find-a-solution-for-the-road-of-faja-dagua-edil</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava announced today that the Minister of Infrastructure will pay, at the beginning of May, a visit to the island to analyze a solution for the road to Fajã d´Água. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 04:33:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: Minister of Infrastructures visit the island in Maio to find a solution for the road of Fajã d´Água – Mayor</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor considers the possibility of creating a project identical to that of “Renda Brava” focused on embroidery</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-equates-possibility-of-creating-identical-project-to-the-lace-brava-oriented-to-embroidery</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-equates-possibility-of-creating-identical-project-to-the-lace-brava-oriented-to-embroidery</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava said today that after the consolidation of the “Renda Brava” project, an identical project could be created for embroidery on the island, with a view to increasing the value of the product. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2023 04:32:34 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Autarca, equates, possibility, of, creating, project, identical, to, of, “Renda, Brava”, facing, for, the, embroidery</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister promised in November 2022, Health Center ready two years from that date, recalls Raul Spinola in post</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-promised-in-november-2022-health-center-ready-two-years-counting-from-that-date-remember-raul-spinola-in-post</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-promised-in-november-2022-health-center-ready-two-years-counting-from-that-date-remember-raul-spinola-in-post</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ THIS DATA IS IMPORTANT. IT IS SO DIFFICULT TO CATCH POLITICIANS IN THE MINTIRA...KA IT IS DIFFICIL TO DISTINGUISH BETWEEN A POLITICAL MOVE FOR SILENCE PEOPLE AND REALITY. AND ONLY USE ULYSSES WORDS IN THIS VIDEO. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:41:44 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister promised in November of 2022 Center of Health ready two years to count from that date remembers Raul Spinola in post</media:keywords>
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        <title>Faced with a widespread wave of protests and criticism, the government seems to have backed down.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/faced-with-a-general-wave-of-disputes-and-criticism-the-government-seems-to-have-backed</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/faced-with-a-general-wave-of-disputes-and-criticism-the-government-seems-to-have-backed</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Faced with a widespread wave of protests and criticism, the government seems to have backed off from its attempt to significantly increase shipping tariffs. This regrettable episode reveals a blatant political miscalculation. Beyond that, however, it uncovered worrying deficits in terms of macroeconomic coordination and management, as well as the institutional framework for regulating the sector. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2023 03:38:25 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>In the face of a widespread wave of protests and criticisms, the government seems to have backed down</media:keywords>
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        <title>Deputy President considers that the National Strategic Plan for Decentralization is an “added value” for Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/substitute-president-considers-that-the-national-strategic-plan-of-decentralization-is-an-added-value-for-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/substitute-president-considers-that-the-national-strategic-plan-of-decentralization-is-an-added-value-for-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The deputy mayor of Brava, Councilwoman Ivone Cardoso, considered today that the National Strategic Plan for Decentralization is an “added value” for Brava, taking into account its peculiarities. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:54:45 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Deputy President considers that the National Strategic Plan of Decentralization is an “added value” for Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: PAICV approves calendar for the election of the Regional Political Commission scheduled for May 20</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-approves-calendar-for-the-election-of-the-regional-political-commission-scheduled-for-May-20</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-paicv-approves-calendar-for-the-election-of-the-regional-political-commission-scheduled-for-May-20</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV on the island of Brava presented and approved, today, the calendar for organizing the election of the new members of the Regional Political Commission (CPR) of that political force, scheduled for 20 May. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:02:38 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, PAICV, approves, calendar, for, the, election, of, the, Commission, Policy, Regional, scheduled, for, 20, of, of, May</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mayor of Brava in Castelo Branco, with Handmade Lace and Embroidery in her luggage</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-in-castelo-white-with-handmade-lace-and-embroidery-in-the-luggage</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-municipal-chamber-of-brava-in-castelo-white-with-handmade-lace-and-embroidery-in-the-luggage</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, visited the city of Castelo Branco in Portugal to participate in the 1st International Meeting of Creative Cities and Sustainable Development. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2023 10:16:59 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Mayor of the Municipality of Brava in Castelo Branco with lace and handmade embroidery on luggage</media:keywords>
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        <title>Mr. Ulisses Correia e Silva, for the time being President of the MPD!</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Senhor-Ulisses-Correia-e-Silva-For-Meanwhile-President-of-MPD</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Senhor-Ulisses-Correia-e-Silva-For-Meanwhile-President-of-MPD</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Until today, he had put aside any reference to his person in this capacity!! And even meddling in the life of your party, of which I was a natural sympathizer since its inception until the Lord reached the leadership where he literally shaped in his image and personal intention a party machine that today has the power to drive away many militants and sympathizers from his bosom . It ceased to be a collegial structure in practice. Everything was dressed up in the peculiar way he uses of “without djobeh on the side” but with elephant ears to capture and listen obliquely to everything he is told!! ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Apr 2023 03:43:39 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Sir, Ulisses, Correia, and, Silva, for now, President of the MPD!</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>TALVEZ EL STA CU FEAR ABRAO VICENTE.</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/maybe-el-sta-cu-medo-abrao-vicente</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/maybe-el-sta-cu-medo-abrao-vicente</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Hope is the last to die, but in relation to Cape Verde, and especially Brava, hope for improvements in various sectors, hope is dead. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:07:43 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>TALVEZ, EL, STA, CU, FEAR, ABRAO, VICENTE.</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>When will there be political courage to blame CVInterilhas for not complying with what was established?</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/when-will-there-be-political-courage-to-hold-responsible-to-cvinterilhas-for-not-compliance-with-the-establishedquestion</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/when-will-there-be-political-courage-to-hold-responsible-to-cvinterilhas-for-not-compliance-with-the-establishedquestion</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Well, I don&amp;#39;t want to create panic, but in the photo you can clearly see that I was right. And how long will this situation continue? Bunch of incompetents! ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:02:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>When is there going to be political courage to hold CVInterilhas accountable for not complying with the established?</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR of Cape Verde says there is &amp;amp;quot;enormous desire&amp;amp;quot; from the US to strengthen ties with the African country</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-de-caboverde-says-that-there-is-enormous-will-of-the-usa-to-strengthen-ties-with-the-african-country</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-de-caboverde-says-that-there-is-enormous-will-of-the-usa-to-strengthen-ties-with-the-african-country</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Cape Verdean president told Lusa today that he felt in the US authorities &amp;quot;an enormous desire to see relations strengthened&amp;quot; between the two countries, for which reason he will try to establish new partnerships in the New England region. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Apr 2023 15:23:38 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR of Cape Verde says that there is &amp;quot;enormous willingness&amp;quot; by the USA to strengthen ties with the African country</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Chamber honors seven women as a way of recognizing their contribution to the development of the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-camara-honors-seven-women-as-a-way-of-recognizing-the-contribution-to-the-island-development</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-camara-honors-seven-women-as-a-way-of-recognizing-the-contribution-to-the-island-development</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Brava City Council honored today, Cape Verdean Women&amp;#39;s Day, seven women, as a way of recognizing the “helpful contribution” made by each one in the development of the island in various sectors. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 02:54:00 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Câmara, honors, seven, women, as, way, to, recognize, the, contribution, in, the, development, of, the, island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor considers “legitimate” complaints and demands from the community of Baleia</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-chairman-considers-legitimate-complaints-and-claims-of-the-whaling-community</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-chairman-considers-legitimate-complaints-and-claims-of-the-whaling-community</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava today considered the complaints and claims of the population of Baleia to be legitimate, who call for greater attention from the Government and local entities in solving their problems. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:07:21 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: President of the Chamber considers “legitimate” complaints and claims of the community of Baleia</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>PR visits USA: Meetings with authorities and Cape Verdean community at the center of José Maria Neves’ attention</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pre-visit-usa-meetings-with-authorities-and-cape-verdean-community-in-the-center-of-attentions-of-jose-maria-neves</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pre-visit-usa-meetings-with-authorities-and-cape-verdean-community-in-the-center-of-attentions-of-jose-maria-neves</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Head of State of Cape Verde travels to the United States of America, where he will hold, between March 31 and April 5, &amp;quot;his first Presidency in the Diaspora&amp;quot;. José Maria Neves will carry out an intense agenda in the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island, which will include meetings with local authorities, businessmen and associative movements, in addition to awarding important figures from our country&amp;#39;s diaspora and participating in academic and political debates. ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_649725032260b.jpg" length="59772" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Mar 2023 03:46:40 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR visit USA: Meetings with authorities and community Cape Verdean at the center of attention of José Maria Neves</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor of Brava guarantees that car connection to Fajã d´Água will be resumed shortly</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-guarantees-that-automobile-connection-to-faja-dagua-will-be-resumed-soon</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brava-president-of-the-town-hall-of-brava-guarantees-that-automobile-connection-to-faja-dagua-will-be-resumed-soon</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, announced today that the car connection to Fajã d´Água will resume within a day or two. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Mar 2023 11:40:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava: President of the Municipal Chamber of Brava guarantees that the car connection to Fajã d´Água will be resumed shortly</media:keywords>
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        <title>Francisco Tavares says that Brava Island is the “most damaged” by public authorities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-says-that-the-island-brava-is-most-harmed-by-the-public-authorities</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/francisco-tavares-says-that-the-island-brava-is-most-harmed-by-the-public-authorities</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brave, Francisco Tavares, defended today that the island of Brava deserves a different treatment from the Cape Verdean public authorities and thinks that all the other islands should show solidarity because “it is the most affected island”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Mar 2023 20:46:14 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Francisco, Tavares, says, that, the, island, Brava, is, the, “most, harmed”, by, powers, public</media:keywords>
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        <title>Dispute for the MpD Leadership with allegations of threats: Candidate Orlando Dias says he does not allow manipulation of the electoral process and asks GAPE to investigate detected illegalities</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-leadership-dispute-with-denunciations-of-threats-candidate-orlando-dias-says-that-does-not-allow-manipulation-of-the-electoral-process-and-asks-the-gape-that- investigate-illegalities-detected</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/mpd-leadership-dispute-with-denunciations-of-threats-candidate-orlando-dias-says-that-does-not-allow-manipulation-of-the-electoral-process-and-asks-the-gape-that- investigate-illegalities-detected</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The controversy is installed. Orlando Dias, candidate for president of the MpD, in a press conference held this Friday, March 17, asked the Support Office for the Electoral Process (GAPE) for an investigation to be clarified under what circumstances several proponents of the his candidacy were contacted by telephone with threats and attempts at intimidation for supporting him. The opponent of Ulisses Carreia e Silva made a point of emphasizing that the Electoral Regulations, approved by the National Directorate of the MpD, «which irreversibly tarnished the credibility of this body», deserved on their part «a complaint with the Constitutional Court», from which awaits if the decision at all times. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Mar 2023 05:04:42 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Dispute of the Leadership of the MpD with denunciations of threats: Candidate Orlando Dias says that he does not allow manipulation of the electoral process and asks GAPE to, investigate, illegalities, detected</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister, have the courage to say what is going on with this concession of all our airfields and airports for 40 years &amp; By Manuel Rosa</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/Mr-Prime-Minister-have-the-courage-to-say-what-happens-with-this-concession-of-all-our-aerodromes-and-airports-for-40-years- by-manuel-rosa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/Mr-Prime-Minister-have-the-courage-to-say-what-happens-with-this-concession-of-all-our-aerodromes-and-airports-for-40-years- by-manuel-rosa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ “After signing the concession contract, a transition period of six months begins, with the Vinci group obliged to pay a guarantee to the Cape Verdean State of two million euros. The transition period can be extended up to 2 times, for three months each, with a 25% increase in the deposit for each extension.” ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Mar 2023 01:45:30 -0400</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Sir, Prime Minister, have the courage to say what has happened to this concession of all our airfields and airports for 40 years -, By, Manuel, Rosa</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor believes that paving works on Rua Direita will advance in the second half of 2023</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-believes-that-paving-works-on-the-right-street-advance-in-the-second-half-of-2023</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-mayor-believes-that-paving-works-on-the-right-street-advance-in-the-second-half-of-2023</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava advanced today that the paving of Rua Direita could be carried out in the second half of this year, through a verbal contract he has with the Ministry of Infrastructure. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 03:19:59 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Mayor, believes, that, works, of, paving, in, Rua, Direita, will advance, in, the, second, semester, of, 2023</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister for Communities takes stock of Governance in the community sector</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-of-communities-makes-balance-of-governance-in-the-community-sector</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-of-communities-makes-balance-of-governance-in-the-community-sector</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ As a balance sheet, Jorge Santos presented yesterday, March 1st, during the conference on the Development of Santo Antão what the Ministry under his tutelage has developed, according to the Government Programme, since the beginning of the IX Legislature ( 2016-2022). ]]></description>
        <enclosure url="http://www.brava.news/uploads/images/202306/image_870x580_649724e6e24c0.jpg" length="56558" type="image/jpeg"/>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 03:16:51 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister, of, Communities, makes, balance, of, Governance, in, sector, of, communities</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic chosen to lead Natural and Cultural Heritage in Africa</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-chosen-to-lead-the-natural-and-cultural-heritage-in-africa</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-chosen-to-lead-the-natural-and-cultural-heritage-in-africa</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, said today that he was chosen to lead the Natural and Cultural Heritage in Africa, stressing that this choice represents “an enormous gain” for Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2023 10:21:18 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic chosen to lead the Natural and Cultural Heritage in Africa</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister with an agenda centered on the Maritime Economy visits works at the Cruise Terminal in S. Vicente</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-with-agenda-centred-on-the-maritime-economy-visits-works-of-the-cruise-terminal-in-s-vicente</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-with-agenda-centred-on-the-maritime-economy-visits-works-of-the-cruise-terminal-in-s-vicente</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Regarding the Cruise Terminal, the Prime Minister recognizes that the Government “is placing great expectations on this development which will also position S. Vicente in the Cruise Tourism segment, with a greater added value than what currently exists”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2023 03:19:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister with agenda centered on the Economy Maritime visit works of the Cruise Terminal in S. Vicente</media:keywords>
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    <item>
        <title>Free Trade Zone: PR defends special attention to Small Island States</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/free-trade-zone-advocates-special-attention-to-small-island-states</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/free-trade-zone-advocates-special-attention-to-small-island-states</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, spoke this afternoon at the 36th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the African Union, with the latter drawing attention, in the point on the African Continental Free Trade Area, to the specificities of Small Island States (ISP), which demand the design of “instruments and programs that enable the insertion of these countries in the dynamics of the international market. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 04:26:54 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Free Trade Zone: PR advocates special attention to Small Island States</media:keywords>
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        <title>“We want the recruitment and selection processes to be handled more quickly and with more rigor” – Minister Edna Oliveira</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/we want-the-recruitment-and-selection-processes-to-be-handled</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/we want-the-recruitment-and-selection-processes-to-be-handled</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ A professional, swift, capable and qualified Public Administration, which values merit and excellence, as advocated by the Government in its governance programme, also involves improving and consolidating recruitment and selection mechanisms. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 04:23:58 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>“We want, that, the, processes, of, recruitment, and, selection, to be, processed, in, way, more, faster, and, with, more, rigor”, –, Minister, Edna, Oliveira</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Mayor calls for “urgent resolution” of transport problem</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-asks-urgent-resolution-of-the-transport-problem</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-president-of-the-municipal-chamber-asks-urgent-resolution-of-the-transport-problem</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, today asked for &amp;quot;an urgent resolution&amp;quot; of the problem of maritime transport to and from the island, which this week had &amp;quot;a tremendous setback&amp;quot;. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:17:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, President, of, the, municipal chamber, asks, “resolution, urgent”, of, the, problem, of, the, transports</media:keywords>
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        <title>Minister Rui Figueiredo Soares visits the University of Macau and meets Cape Verdean students</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-rui-figueiredo-soares-visits-university-of-macau-and-meets-with-cape-verdian-students</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/minister-rui-figueiredo-soares-visits-university-of-macau-and-meets-with-cape-verdian-students</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation and Regional Integration, Rui Figueiredo, visited the University of Macau, as part of a working visit to the People&amp;#39;s Republic of China. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:16:30 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Minister Rui Figueiredo Soares visits University of Macau and meets Cape Verdean students</media:keywords>
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        <title>Casa Para Todos: MpD accuses the President of the Republic of pressuring the Public Ministry</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/casa-para-todos-mpd-accuses-president-of-the-republic-of-pressuring-public-ministry</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/casa-para-todos-mpd-accuses-president-of-the-republic-of-pressuring-public-ministry</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The leader of the Parliamentary Group of the Movement for Democracy (MpD-poder), Paulo Veiga, today accused the President of the Republic of pressuring the Public Ministry and of interfering in the political debate in parliament. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Feb 2023 03:18:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Casa, Para, Todos:, MpD, accuses, President, of, the, Republic, of, pressuring, Ministry, Public</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: President of the project “Zé Luís Solidário” considers the education sector as one of the “most vulnerable” on the island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-president-of-the-ze-luis-solidario-project-considers-the-education-sector-as-one-of-the-most-vulnerable-on-the-island</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/brave-president-of-the-ze-luis-solidario-project-considers-the-education-sector-as-one-of-the-most-vulnerable-on-the-island</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The president of the “Zé Luís Solidário” project, José Luís Martins, considered today that the education, health and housing sectors are the most vulnerable on the island of Brava, intending to make some donations to change the scenario. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 11 Feb 2023 02:34:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, President, of, the, project, “Zé, Luís, Solidário”, considers, the, sector, of, education, as, one, of, the, “most, vulnerable”, in, the, island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Brava: Edil calls for urgency in the creation of the Municipal Committee for the Defense of the Rights of Children and Adolescents</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-mayor-calls-for-urgency-in-the-creation-of-the-municipal-committee-for-the-rights-of-children-and-adolescents</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/angry-mayor-calls-for-urgency-in-the-creation-of-the-municipal-committee-for-the-rights-of-children-and-adolescents</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The mayor of Brava, Francisco Tavares, warned today of the &amp;quot;urgent&amp;quot; need to create the Municipal Committee for the Defense of the Rights of Children and Adolescents and to have an action plan. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 03:23:20 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Brava:, Edil, requests, urgency, in, the, creation, of, the, Municipal, Committee, of, Defense, of, Rights, of, Children, and, Adolescents</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic sends condolences to his Turkish counterpart</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-sends-condolences-to-the-turnover-of-turkey</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-sends-condolences-to-the-turnover-of-turkey</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ His Excellency the President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, has just sent a Letter of Condolences to the President of Turkey expressing deep dismay at the tragic consequences of a series of strong earthquakes in the south of that country. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 03:24:29 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic sends condolences to his Turkish counterpart</media:keywords>
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        <title>Prime Minister guarantees the Government&amp;#39;s full engagement to take the lead in preventing and combating sexual abuse and exploitation of minors</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-assures-total-engagement-of-the-government-to-assume-leadership-in-preventing-and-combating-abuse-and-sexual-exploitation-of-children</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/prime minister-assures-total-engagement-of-the-government-to-assume-leadership-in-preventing-and-combating-abuse-and-sexual-exploitation-of-children</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ According to Ulisses Correia e Silva, what we should not “is treat violence and sexual abuse as a cultural phenomenon”. And considering this, “it is the path to its normalization and naturalization”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 03:10:16 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Prime Minister guarantees the Government&amp;#39;s full engagement to take the lead in preventing and combating sexual abuse and exploitation of minors</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government promotes celebrations of the National Day of Fishermen in various locations in the country</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-promotes-celebrations-of-the-national-day-of-fishermen-in-various-locations-of-the-country</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-promotes-celebrations-of-the-national-day-of-fishermen-in-various-locations-of-the-country</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Government, through the Ministry of the Sea, promotes, Saturday and Sunday, in the various fishing communities of the country, the celebration of the National Day of Fishermen, with mass, boat trips and delivery of fiber artisanal fishing vessels. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2023 12:29:04 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government promotes celebrations of the National Day of Fishermen in various locations in the country</media:keywords>
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        <title>Carlos Burgo, former Deputy, Ex&amp;Minister and Ex&amp;Governor of the BCV tells the adventures of a frustrated trip between Praia and Brava</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/carlos-burgo-former-deputy-former-minister-and-former-governor-of-bcv-tells-the-adventures-of-a-journey-between-praia-and-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/carlos-burgo-former-deputy-former-minister-and-former-governor-of-bcv-tells-the-adventures-of-a-journey-between-praia-and-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Today it was my turn to experience the disorganization and poor service at CV Interilhas. Once the decision was made to travel to my island, Brava, I contacted the maritime transport service concessionaire to arrange the trip. Because, normally, I travel with my vehicle, it was only possible to find a place for two weeks later, on the 3rd of February, given the insufficient frequency of trips on the line. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2023 10:20:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Carlos Burgo, former Deputy, Ex-Minister and Ex-Governor of the BCV tells the adventures of a frustrated trip between Praia and Brava</media:keywords>
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        <title>“We don’t want sex tourism in Cape Verde”&amp;PR</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/we-don&#39;t-want-sex-tourism-in-cape-verde-pr</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/we-don&#39;t-want-sex-tourism-in-cape-verde-pr</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic José Maria Neves condemned yesterday, in Sal, the existence of Sex Tourism in Cape Verde. The highest magistrate of the Cape Verdean nation even said that “we do not want sex tourism in Cape Verde”, when confronted, during a meeting with businessmen on the island, about this problem. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2023 03:14:45 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>“We don’t want sex tourism in Cape Verde”-PR</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR : It is an absolute priority for the country to solve the problem of transport, both internal and international</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/absolute-priority-of-the-country-to-solve-the-problem-of-domestic-and-international-transport</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/absolute-priority-of-the-country-to-solve-the-problem-of-domestic-and-international-transport</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Closing the agenda focused on Tourism, a meeting with the Chamber that represents the sector and then with the economic operators of Sal, an island that is in a frank recovery of tourism, after the damage caused by the Pandemic, and now by the war in Ukraine. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2023 02:57:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR : It is an absolute priority for the country to solve the problem of transport, both internal and international</media:keywords>
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        <title>Council of Ministers approves extension of guarantees to TACV bank financing</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/council-of-ministers-approves-extension-of-guarantees-to-tacv-banking-financing</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/council-of-ministers-approves-extension-of-guarantees-to-tacv-banking-financing</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Council of Ministers approved this Thursday the resolution that authorizes the General Directorate of the Treasury to grant an extension of the bank financing guarantees that Transportes Aéreos Cabo Verde (TACV) contracted with Caixa Económica. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 20:52:46 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Council of Ministers approves extension of guarantees to TACV bank financing</media:keywords>
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        <title>CAPE VERDE GOVERNMENT THREATENS TO TAKE LEGAL ACTIONS AGAINST MACAU LEGEND GROUP</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-of-cape-verde-threatens-to-take-legal-actions-against-macau-legend-group</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-of-cape-verde-threatens-to-take-legal-actions-against-macau-legend-group</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Macau Legend who, under the leadership of Chinese billionaire David Chow, seated in the photo, signed an agreement in 2015 with the government of Cape Verde for the construction of a large tourist resort on Gamboa beach and Santa Maria islet for 250 million euros which included hotel and casino. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:19:07 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>CAPE VERDE GOVERNMENT THREATENS TO TAKE LEGAL ACTIONS AGAINST MACAU LEGEND GROUP</media:keywords>
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        <title>The reconstruction of the Cathedral of Cidade Velha will move forward – announced the Prime Minister</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/the-reconstruction-of-the-old-city-cathedral-will-advance-announced-the-prime-minister</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/the-reconstruction-of-the-old-city-cathedral-will-advance-announced-the-prime-minister</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The reconstruction of the Cathedral follows the requalification of the Sé Catedral / Forte Real de S. Filipe road, and will be complemented with the requalification of the access road Sé Catedral / Largo da Misericórdia through the Operational Tourism Program (POT). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:10:15 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>The reconstruction of the Cathedral of Cidade Velha will move forward – announced the Prime Minister</media:keywords>
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        <title>Sal Island: PR is concerned about the island&amp;#39;s &amp;amp;quot;enormous challenges&amp;amp;quot; in the social area</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/sal-island-pr-is-concerned-with-the-enormous-challenges-of-the-island-in-the-social-area</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/sal-island-pr-is-concerned-with-the-enormous-challenges-of-the-island-in-the-social-area</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic (PR), José Maria Neves, today expressed concern about the “enormous” challenges that Sal faces in the social area, lacking a “very attentive” look, for which he urges a “strong joint millstone. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:05:31 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Sal Island: PR is concerned about the island&amp;#39;s &amp;quot;enormous challenges&amp;quot; in the social area</media:keywords>
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        <title>PAICV protests against «against intolerance and verbal violence» and attacks PR</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-insurge-se-against-intolerance-and-verbal-violence-and-attack-a-pr</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/paicv-insurge-se-against-intolerance-and-verbal-violence-and-attack-a-pr</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The PAICV warned today, in a conference, that in recent times and with increasing frequency, it has witnessed «signs of some intolerance and a lot of verbal violence» coming from different quarters of power, namely from some members of the government, but above all from some deputies, such as Filipe Santos who, «in an extremely inappropriate and disrespectful speech», recently attacked the President of the Republic. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2023 04:02:35 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PAICV protests against «against intolerance and verbal violence» and attacks PR</media:keywords>
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        <title>WHAT ARE THE PROBABILITIES OF A MEGA TSUNAMI IN CAPE VERDE IN THE NEXT 50 YEARS?</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/what-are-the-probabilities-of-a-mega-tsunami-in-cape-verde-in-the-next-50-yearsquestion</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/what-are-the-probabilities-of-a-mega-tsunami-in-cape-verde-in-the-next-50-yearsquestion</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ According to a study carried out by researchers from the Geology department of the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon and published in 2015, a gigantic collapse of the eastern flank of Fogo Island caused, around 73,000 years ago, a gigantic sea wave with greater than 200 meters (equivalent to the height of a building with more than 60 floors). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:42:49 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>WHAT ARE THE PROBABILITIES OF A MEGA TSUNAMI IN CAPE VERDE IN THE NEXT 50 YEARS?</media:keywords>
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        <title>Joint communiqué of the 12th EU&amp;Cape Verde Special Partnership ministerial meeting</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/joint-communiqué-from-12-ministerial-meeting-special-partnership-ue-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/joint-communiqué-from-12-ministerial-meeting-special-partnership-ue-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Within the scope of the EU-Cape Verde Special Partnership, the 12th political dialogue meeting at ministerial level between the European Union and the Republic of Cape Verde was held on 31 January 2023 in Praia, in Praia. . ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:37:03 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Joint communiqué of the 12th EU-Cape Verde Special Partnership ministerial meeting</media:keywords>
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        <title>CONTAINMENT IS NEEDED, by Jose Maria Neves PR Republica</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/containment-needs-by-jose-maria-neves-pr-republica</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/containment-needs-by-jose-maria-neves-pr-republica</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ I have been guided by not commenting on declarations by rulers, political leaders, mayors, deputies or civil servants. It is up to the President to understand the contexts and calm the mood, even when there are excesses. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:31:38 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>CONTAINMENT IS NEEDED, by Jose Maria Neves PR Republica</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic makes a lightning visit to Brava Island</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-makes-a-lightning-visit-to-island-brava</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-makes-a-lightning-visit-to-island-brava</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ I have just visited Brava Island for a few hours, to see the damage caused by the landslides on the road that connects Nova Sintra to Fajã D&amp;#39;Água and to sympathize with the people of the island ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:29:01 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic makes a lightning visit to Brava Island</media:keywords>
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        <title>Demographics: Government estimates that two million Cape Verdeans live in the diaspora</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/demography-government-estimates-that-two-million-Cape Verdeans-live-in-the-diaspora</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/demography-government-estimates-that-two-million-Cape Verdeans-live-in-the-diaspora</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister for Communities, Jorge Santos, estimated today that two million of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s population live in the diaspora, spread over the American, European, African continents and the rest of the world. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:12:30 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Demographics: Government estimates that two million Cape Verdeans live in the diaspora</media:keywords>
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        <title>There where the sun rises &amp; Jose Maria Neves</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/la-where-the-sun-rises-jose-maria-neves</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/la-where-the-sun-rises-jose-maria-neves</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ At dusk I&amp;#39;m already on the road. I do my footing and witness this incandescent beauty of nature, when the sun rises from the ground of the islands. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 03:02:24 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>There where the sun rises - Jose Maria Neves</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government enters into agreement with MOAVE to lower bag price of flour and protect Cape Verdean families</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-enters-agreement-with-moave-to-make-lower-price-bag-of-flour-and-protect-Cape-Verdean-families</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-enters-agreement-with-moave-to-make-lower-price-bag-of-flour-and-protect-Cape-Verdean-families</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The price of a 50-kilogram bag of wheat flour, currently sold by MOAVE, at the cost of 4,600 escudos, will immediately be sold at a value of 4,100 escudos, and with a discount for the bakery industry, the bag will cost 3,936 shields. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 02:57:21 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government enters into agreement with MOAVE to lower bag price of flour and protect Cape Verdean families</media:keywords>
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        <title>Dariana Fernandes, a powerful, strong and melodious voice that promises</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/dariana-fernandes-a-powerful-strong-and-melodious-voice-that-promises</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/dariana-fernandes-a-powerful-strong-and-melodious-voice-that-promises</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Dariana Fernandes, or simply Dari as she is known in the artistic world, is a nursing student who saw music as an art to complement her first passion (nursing). ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:04:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Dariana Fernandes, a powerful, strong and melodious voice that promises</media:keywords>
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        <title>ANA MARIA CABRAL REMEMBERS THE MURDER OF AMÍLCAR CABRAL 50 YEARS AGO</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ana-maria-cabral-records-murder-of-amilcar-cabral-50-years ago</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ana-maria-cabral-records-murder-of-amilcar-cabral-50-years ago</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Amílcar Cabral was assassinated in Conakry on January 20, 1973, shot by two members of his party, the PAIGC. Ana Maria Cabral, the widow of the father of the independence of Guinea and Cape Verde, witnessed the murder and answered some questions on RFi: ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:40:32 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>ANA MARIA CABRAL REMEMBERS THE MURDER OF AMÍLCAR CABRAL 50 YEARS AGO</media:keywords>
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        <title>Porto Grande ready to host Ocean Race Regatta</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/porto-grande-prepared-to-receive-regatta-ocean-race</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/porto-grande-prepared-to-receive-regatta-ocean-race</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ For Ulisses Correia e Silva, “this is a remarkable and unique moment to happen here in S. Vicente” and, therefore, he says that we should feel “proud to be able to host the Ocean Race and show our island as a privileged destination for water sports and marine conservation”. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:26:02 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Porto Grande ready to host Ocean Race Regatta</media:keywords>
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        <title>President of the Republic says that Cabral ends up synthesizing all the heroic spirit of Cape Verde</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-says-that-cabral-ends-up-to-synthesize-all-the-heroic-spirit-of-cape-verde</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/president-of-the-republic-says-that-cabral-ends-up-to-synthesize-all-the-heroic-spirit-of-cape-verde</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, today appealed to all Cape Verdeans to pay &amp;quot;a simple tribute&amp;quot; to Amílcar Cabral, stressing that the former freedom fighter of the homeland ends up synthesizing all of Cape Verde&amp;#39;s heroic spirit. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:20:35 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>President of the Republic says that Cabral ends up synthesizing all the heroic spirit of Cape Verde</media:keywords>
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        <title>Ocean Race/São Vicente: Regatta places Cape Verde and Mindelo at the center of world interest – Prime Minister</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/ocean-race-sao-vicente-regatta-places-cape-verde-and-mindelo-in-the-center-of-interest-of-the-world-prime minister</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/ocean-race-sao-vicente-regatta-places-cape-verde-and-mindelo-in-the-center-of-interest-of-the-world-prime minister</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Prime Minister, Ulisses Correia e Silva, said today, in Mindelo, that the Ocean Race regatta places Cape Verde and the city of Mindelo at the center of world interest. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 18:17:44 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Ocean Race/São Vicente: Regatta places Cape Verde and Mindelo at the center of world interest – Prime Minister</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR reinforces Cape Verde&amp;#39;s ties with international partners</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-reinforces-bonds-of-cape-verde-with-international-partners</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/pr-reinforces-bonds-of-cape-verde-with-international-partners</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic, José Maria Neves, received New Year Greetings this morning from the diplomatic corps accredited in Cape Verde. A moment used for the parties to underline the will to strengthen bilateral and multilateral relations between Cape Verde and the countries and international organizations represented in the act, which took place in the Salão Nobre 5 de Julho. PR Neves stresses the recognition of Cape Verde and Cape Verdeans for the contribution made by international partners to the development of Cape Verde. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:40:23 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR reinforces Cape Verde&amp;#39;s ties with international partners</media:keywords>
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        <title>Bravenses foresee more complications in their day&amp;to&amp;day with the increase in the price of flour</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/bravense-predict-more-complications-in-the-daily-with-the-increase-in-the-flour-price</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/bravense-predict-more-complications-in-the-daily-with-the-increase-in-the-flour-price</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ Society in Brave sees more day-to-day complications with the rise in the price of flour, which in turn will lead to an increase in derivatives, putting the work of many at risk if no customers are forthcoming. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:36:55 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Bravenses foresee more complications in their day-to-day with the increase in the price of flour</media:keywords>
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        <title>São Vicente: Abraão Vicente asks the private sector to take “greater advantage” of the Ocean Race</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/são-vicente-abraao-vicente-asks-the-private-sector-to-make-greater-benefit-from-ocean-race</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/são-vicente-abraao-vicente-asks-the-private-sector-to-make-greater-benefit-from-ocean-race</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of the Sea today exhorted private sector operators to take “greater advantage” from the stay of the world&amp;#39;s biggest regatta, in Mindelo, and do “exceptional business” with the opening of the Ocean Race Village. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:34:58 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>São Vicente: Abraão Vicente asks the private sector to take “greater advantage” of the Ocean Race</media:keywords>
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        <title>Government says that Cabo Verde Interilhas will reactivate the maritime connection between Santiago, Brava and Fogo</title>
        <link>https://www.brava.news/en/government-says-that-cape-verde-interilhas-will-reactivate-the-maritime-connection-between-santiago-brava-and-fogo</link>
        <guid>https://www.brava.news/en/government-says-that-cape-verde-interilhas-will-reactivate-the-maritime-connection-between-santiago-brava-and-fogo</guid>
        <description><![CDATA[ The Minister of the Sea announced today that Cabo Verde Interilhas will reactivate the maritime connection between the islands Santiago, Brava and Fogo and the Polar company will also support, from the 16th, with two more weekly trips. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:18:17 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>Government says that Cabo Verde Interilhas will reactivate the maritime connection between Santiago, Brava and Fogo</media:keywords>
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        <title>PR considers that Cape Verdean democracy “does not go well” with high extreme poverty</title>
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        <description><![CDATA[ The President of the Republic said today that Cape Verdean democracy &amp;quot;is not going well&amp;quot;, justifying that around 73,000 Cape Verdeans live in extreme poverty, 46,000 in an acute food crisis, in a country with high youth unemployment. ]]></description>
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        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:45:10 -0500</pubDate>
        <dc:creator>Andre Santiago</dc:creator>
        <media:keywords>PR considers that Cape Verdean democracy “does not go well” with high extreme poverty</media:keywords>
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