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South Africa: state of turmoil?

South African President Jacob Zuma will deliver his fourth State of the Nation Address on…

Thursday, February 9

South Africa’s parliament resumes on Thursday but any hopes for more political unity are sure to be dashed.

India: more liquidity needed?

India’s central bank will meet to review interest rates on Wednesday. Last year, the subcontinent…

MPs to give Brexit mandate

On Wednesday, the UK’s lower house will hold a final vote on whether to grant…

High risk, low reward: Russia’s opposition leader in court

A Russian regional court will determine the future of one of the country’s most influential…

Wednesday, February 8

An outspoken critic of Vladimir Putin faces court on embezzlement charges that could prevent him from challenging for the presidency in 2018.

Haiti: new management, same problems

Controversial President-elect Jovenel Moise will be sworn in on Tuesday. His election last November set…

Colombia pursues peace once more

Last year Colombia’s president, Juan Manuel Santos, won the coveted Nobel Peace Prize for ending…

Russia begins month-long US dollar purchase

Russia’s central bank will buy $100 million a day for 30 days beginning on Tuesday.…

Tuesday, February 7

Russia’s central bank starts a US dollar shopping spree that could help Vladimir Putin to electoral victory…but it insists its intentions are benign.