Nicaragua

  • Aug 5, 2019
  • 7 min read

Further Nicaragua sanctions to harden Ortega’s stance

Fresh US and Canadian sanctions appear so far to be having the opposite effect to that intended

Nicaragua
  • Jun 11, 2019
  • 2 min read

Amnesty law will divide opinion in Nicaragua

A new law promises the release of political prisoners, but also the protection of the security forces

Nicaragua
  • May 14, 2019
  • 7 min read

Ortega will see out his term in Nicaragua

The remainder of Ortega’s term will become increasingly difficult for Nicaragua, but he will not stand down before 2021

Nicaragua
  • Apr 17, 2019
  • 2 min read

Nicaragua anniversary tensions bring violence risk

This week will be a tense one for the president, despite his strong grip on power

Nicaragua
  • Apr 4, 2019
  • 6 min read

Telefonica Central America sales boost America Movil

Telefonica’s departure opens opportunities for regional competitors

Central America
  • Mar 21, 2019
  • 2 min read

Nicaragua prisoner releases give Ortega leverage

The government has agreed to release political prisoners, but their freedom is far from guaranteed

Nicaragua
  • Mar 18, 2019
  • 2 min read

April promises fresh Nicaragua unrest and repression

Having enforced renewed calm, President Daniel Ortega will strive to prevent any unrest from reigniting

Nicaragua
  • Mar 13, 2019
  • 2 min read

US TPS programme poses challenges for many

The Trump administration's efforts to end TPS are facing legal challenges

United States