Madagascar

  • Feb 9, 2009
  • 2 min read

MADAGASCAR: Police crackdown divides government

Defence Minister Cecile Manorohanta resigned today in protest against the killing of 28...

Madagascar
  • Feb 5, 2009
  • 7 min read

MADAGASCAR: Unrest in capital reflects deeper problems

Andry Rajoelina was dismissed as mayor of Antananarivo on February 3. Rajoelina on January 31...

Madagascar
  • Jan 29, 2009
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CHINA/AFRICA: New scramble for agricultural resources

Unlike the acquisition of oil and mining leases by foreigners, the spectacle of external...

China
  • Jan 28, 2009
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MADAGASCAR: Riots challenge Ravalomanana's tight grip

The death toll in the capital Antananarivo stands at 34, with anti-government protests expected...

Madagascar
  • Oct 30, 2008
  • 8 min read

INTERNATIONAL: Long-term oil projects look vulnerable

Crude oil is currently trading between 60 and 70 dollars per barrel, having lost a third of its...

International
  • Sep 25, 2008
  • 7 min read

MADAGASCAR: Ravalomanana strengthens his grip on power

There is growing evidence of intolerance to challenges to Ravalomanana's political dominance. His...

Madagascar
  • May 6, 2008
  • 7 min read

INDIA/AFRICA: Policy shortcomings undermine potential

The relationship between India and Africa rose to prominence last month as Delhi hosted 14...

India
  • Mar 25, 2008
  • 6 min read

INTERNATIONAL: Tourism could boost global growth

The potential weight of the tourism sector in the global economy is only now being recognised. ...

International