31.   If Congress follows through on developing a missile defense system to defend the entire continent, it could cost tens of billions.

32.   If transition to democracy in Nigeria is smooth, it will have a bearing on the entire continent.

33.   It encompasses the entire African continent from north to south, east to west, from Egypt to South Africa, from Somalia to Ivory Coast.

34.   Mandela said the former Zaire borders nine countries and no one knew better than Kabila how important its stability was for the entire continent.

35.   We risk making the same mistake again - on the scale of ex-Yugoslavia and on that of the entire continent.

36.   While only sporadic and localized studies have been conducted, it is clear to them that the phenomenon is affecting the entire continent, Jana said.

37.   Africa has also lost a friend and the entire continent was weeping, Gabon President Omar Bongo told French radio.

38.   Deputy President Thabo Mbeki said the tough but successful constitution writing process would be an inspiration to the entire African continent.

39.   The US proposal to create a free trade area for the entire American continent will be discussed at summit meeting next year.

40.   Kinkel said the successful development of southern Africa will have an impact on the entire continent.