We are receiving several enquiries about the NEPAD Council International Conference scheduled for 25 to 27 May in East London. In the most cases institutions want to know how to register. Here are the most relevant details:

- What: 1st of 5 international NEPAD Council conferences to identify and implement intervention strategies for African development

- Where: Regent Hotel, East London

- When: 25 to 27 May, 2005

- Who will be there: International and local academics and researchers, business practitioners, policy makers, trade associations and investment promotion agencies.

- How to register: Contact the Conference Secretary, Alida Phielix on +27 41 5043789 (phone) or email: Alida.Phielix@nmmu.ac.za

- Who to contact for further media assistance: Piet van Niekerk of newzwise on 0845000369 or mail to piet@newzwise.co.za