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Russia is No Europe

January 31, 2012 // 15 Comments

Believe you me but I’m not one of those to complain about anything even if I’m living in Russia(people complain here a lot) but most importantly, I’m grateful to God for everything he has done for me. It was/is for me a privilege to go on vacations and having enjoyed the winter break with my family in Finland, I cannot help but notice the contrast between the two countries.Finland and Russia that is. Oh well, it’s not like my own country is any better, but if Russia claims to be a giant in Europe, then it should be in action and not just size. Size is NOTHING! Finland came across as a ‘strange’ country to me. Strange in a very powerful and positive way and each time I think ofFinland, I say to myself, how did they do it? And it wasn’t just the readily and available social infrastructures or the weather, but rather the atmosphere, environment and above all THE PEOPLE! During my holidays there, I noticed that Finnish people are very nice, welcoming and have more than ONE CHILD. I saw parents with three to four kids!!! I live in Moscow and I’d be lucky to see a [...]

Permanent Resident Permit for Africans in Russia

December 6, 2011 // 1 Comment

As mentioned in my previous post here (how to secure a Temporary Resident Permit in Russia), the next stage in becoming a FULL resident in Russia is to secure a Permanent Resident Permit (PRP). The Permanent Resident Permit (PRP) in itself is not that “permanent” because you will have to (according to the new law) “renew” your “propiska” (i.e your registration and place of address) every five years. Not only that, you will also have to visit the local Migration Office every year to inform them that you are still in the country. You will be given a form to fill and part of the form/leaflet (signed and stamped) returned to you. PLEASE! DO NOT FORGET TO COLLECT THIS FROM THEM! IT IS VERY IMPORTANT The Permanent Resident Permit (called “Vid na Jitelstvo) is valid for five years (but not longer than the validity of your international passport) and can be extended till well, eternity. So what documents do you need to secure a new PRP: 1. A completed Application form (in 2 copies) 2. 4 passport photographs (34*45mm) Sample "Russian Permanent Resident Permit" 3. A valid Temporary Resident Permit 4. A Statement of Bank Account or any other documents [...]

Russian Roads

October 10, 2011 // 0 Comments

In Russia they say there are two main problems – Fools and Bad Roads. The below caption clearly illustrates the latter. Bad roads. Russian roads I hear are legendary!!! Really, there is not much to write about as the picture speaks for itself. A GIANT hole in the middle of the road with a tree. Kudos to the person who thought of planting one there because, I’m not sure everyone would have noticed it from afar. Amazing isn’t it watching how the drivers try to maneuver their way by the road? How careful and skillful they did it? How do you pass by such roads at night? Oh you may ask where do you get such roads? I will tell you – its just a few kilometers from Moscow, Russia. Ok, like I said earlier, there is not much to write about. Take the medicine with water only Another problem people tend to face when consuming discount levitra rx is they take it with alcohol, other medication or mix it with drugs. How is ED a Sign of Cardiac buy generic cialis Disease and Vice Versa? Why cardiac diseases are linked to ED? This is because when a person’s heart is affected, it directly [...]

African footballers in Russia’s Top flight

September 16, 2011 // 0 Comments

Football they say is more than just a game and for some (or maybe many) it is a source of livelihood. Africans are no exceptions. The football world got a shocker when the most decorated African player – Samuel Eto’o Fils moved to FC AnzhiMakhachkala(A Russian football club based in Makhachkala, capital of theRepublicofDagestan) this summer and guess what? I heard that he is one of the highest paid players in the world. WOW! Currently, there are 20 African players in the Russian premier league including the prolific Seydou Dumbia of CSKA Moscow among others . Most of the players are from Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Nigeria. Zimbabwe and Angola are also represented. Impressive isn’t it? See below comprehensive list. African Players in Russia Name: Samuel Eto’oNationality: CameroonClub: Anzhi MakhachkalaD.O.B: 10.03.1981 Name: Benoît AngbwaNationality: CameroonClub: Anzhi MakhachkalaD.O.B: 01.01.1982 Name: Mbark BoussoufaNationality: MoroccoClub: Anzhi MakhachkalaD.O.B: 15.08.1984 Name: Bai-Ibra KebeNationality: SenegalClub: Anzhi MakhachkalaD.O.B: 21.12.1978 Name: Isah Abdulahi EliakwuNationality: NigeriaClub: Anzhi MakhachkalaD.O.B: 25.10.1985 Name: Chidi OdiahNationality: NigeriaClub: CSKA MoscowD.O.B: 17.12.1983 Name: Seku OlisehNationality: Liberia/NigeriaClub: CSKA MoscowD.O.B: 05.06.1990 Name: Seydou DumbiaNationality: Ivory CoastClub: CSKA MoscowD.O.B: 31.12.1987 Name: Emmanuel EmenikeNationality: NigeriaClub: Spartak MoscowD.O.B: 10.05.1987 Name: Victor ObinnaNationality: NigeriaClub: Lokomotiv MoscowD.O.B: 25.03.1987 Name: Obafemi MartinsNationality: NigeriaClub: Rubin KazanD.O.B: 28.10.1984 Name: Michael TukuraNationality: NigeriaClub: Rubin KazanD.O.B: 19.08.1988 Name: Igor LoloNationality: Ivory CoastClub: Kuban KrasnodarD.O.B: 22.07.1982 Name: Marko NeNationality: Ivory CoastClub: Kuban KrasnodarD.O.B: 17.07.1983 Name: Lasina TraoreNationality: Ivory CoastClub: Kuban KrasnodarD.O.B: 20.05.1990 Name: Francisco ZuelaNationality: AngolaClub: Kuban KrasnodarD.O.B: 03.08.1983 Name: Herve Xavier ZengueNationality: CameroonClub: Terek GrozniyD.O.B: 22.01.1984 Name: Guy Stephane EssameNationality: CameroonClub: Terek GrozniyD.O.B: 25.11.1984 Name: Musawengosi MguniNationality: ZimbabweClub: Terek GrozniyD.O.B: 05.04.1983 Name: Isaac OkoronkwoNationality: NigeriaClub: RostovD.O.B: 01.05.1978 Mentally it puts you in more [...]

Living Black in Russia

September 14, 2011 // 2 Comments

Whoever said there is dignity in labor is right on the money and if you are a resident in Moscow, you would have noticed a new breed of African “business” men and yes, women taking pride in making a living in this mega expensive city. Who would have thought it was possible for a black man to make a livelihood (no matter how undignifying the job may be) in Russia of all places? Are times changing or its just the “never give up” attitude we are born with? Even the news about Mr Crima (from Guinea-Bissau) a watermelon seller turned politician and vying for a public office in Russia did not move me that much as compared to this new breed of “business” men and women. It took me several days to get used to seeing these very fine young men and women on the streets and most especially at the exit/entrance to the metro transport system distributing all forms and types of print flyers!!! All you need to do is to stay with him physically and emotionally. right here get viagra in canada For instance you may cut a hole on a watermelon. the original source buy viagra on [...]

Is Russia safe for Africans (Blacks)

September 9, 2011 // 8 Comments

Is Russia safe for Africans? Is Russia safe for Africans? or shall I say, how safe is Russia for Blacks? I was inspired to write this piece after I received an e-mail from a certain British gentleman ( I assume he is Black) and whose partner happens to be Russian. He wanted to know if it was safe enough for him to come to Russia to visit his partner? ah! I say! What won’t you do for love eh? (you can put a smile on your face here and make an “awww” sound.) Thanks. Now to answer the question. Is it safe? Well, this is not a yes or no answer? But you can make your life safer if you follow the below tips: 1. Don’t walk alone especially at night. 2. Avoid dark or unlighted areas 3. Try to avoid the metro on football match-days. When purchasing that viagra pills from canada you are searching for an erectile dysfunction treatment, the most likely word to pop up on your Google search is Kamagra. Men sale cheap cialis who experience erectile issues due to aging and stress can cause impotence. You will get the same ingredient of Sildenafil Citrate produced [...]