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Zimbabwe economic pressures will linger

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ZIMBABWE

Since its introduction in February, the local real-time gross settlement (RTGS) dollar, a de facto new local currency, has lost over 60% of its value relative to the US dollar on…

Namibia’s president faces increased election troubles

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NAMIBIA

Geingob faces a vigorous challenge from independent candidate Dr Panduleni Itula, who has capitalised on the ongoing ‘Fishrot’ corruption scandal that has engulfed the government…

China will use Belarus to advance New Silk Road

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BELARUS/CHINA

A military cooperation agreement was been signed during the week-long visit. To date, most Chinese military aid to Belarus has been to supply light trucks, medical equipment and…

Political value of social media will rise in Africa

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AFRICA

Relatively low internet penetration rates (an average of 40% across the continent) and stark differences in digital access within and across states mask social media’s increasing…

Ecuador referendum strengthens Moreno’s hand

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ECUADOR

At the national level, Moreno secured majority support for each of the proposals, with an average of around 68% voting in favour. The results bolster his legitimacy and give him a…

Devolution offers rewards in Egypt, but may be gradual

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EGYPT

The Local Administration Draft Law.

Bolivia economic challenges and liberalisation likely

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BOLIVIA

Bolivia's economy.

Indonesia poll outcome will likely reassure investors

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INDONESIA

Challenger Prabowo Subianto declared himself president based on exit polling conducted by his own team. Initial results for the legislative poll indicate that parties currently…

Colombia election may trigger a close-fought run-off

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COLOMBIA

Conservative, continuity candidate Federico Gutierrez still appears to be Petro’s closest challenger. However, a late surge by populist Rodolfo Hernandez has shocked the…

Nepal faces rising tensions over federalism

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NEPAL

Prime Minister KP Oli took charge of government a year ago at the head of an alliance between his Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist) and the Communist Party of…