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China's tightening grip on Africa

Charm offensive mirrors US international relations theory - astonishing similarities.

06 February 2012 19:43

Deepest, Darkest, Richest

Demographic dividend or demographic time bomb?

What will Africa’s youth bulge be – a boon or a bust?

05 February 2012 19:25

Letters from Zimbabwe

Footprints in the dust

After 11 years of farm seizures there is no sign that the revolution eased the pressure for ord...

04 February 2012 21:27

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Egypt protesters besiege Cairo ministry

Extending a rally against the military-led government into a second day.

02 February 2012 21:51

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The USA won’t be going gentle into that good night

People predicting American decline may be in for a surprise.

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    Heart of China bull beats strong

    With rising incomes and increasing urbanization, we believe China is pursuing th...

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    The Year of the Dragon dawns

    Dr. Mark Mobius gives his outlook on China’s economy.

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    Is there oil in Kenya?

    In recent years the government has been actively promoting Kenyan exploration ac...

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    Asia may not be such easy pickings for Apple

    The iconic maker of the iPhone, iPad and iPod has barely scratched the surface o...

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    The political monster that ate the world

    How politics destroyed us in 2011, and will hurt us in 2012.

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    Asia to power world economy in 2012

    The region will remain the economic powerhouse of the world.

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    This year’s theme and some headline speakers Alec is looking forward to seeing.

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