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As in other countries in Latin America and the Caribbean that are experiencing economically buoyant times, such as Brazil and Chile, in recent years Colombia has also been going through a period of consolidation in its socio-economic development, as it tackles unemployment and fights to reduce hardship and poverty in the country

Colombia and Germany first established diplomatic relations in 1882, and interaction between the two countries has always been on a basis of warmth and mutual respect

Through good governance and inclusive policies, Zambia’s President Sata has stabilzed the country politically, while creating an open, market-oriented economy, attractive to both local and foreign investors

Since its launch in 1998, the Government Communication and Information System, more commonly referred to as the GCIS, has been the centralised voice of South Africa’s government, addressing issues varying from social reform through to infrastructure development

Incorporated in 1960, a day before the Independence of Nigeria, Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc has become one of the largest and most successful industrial conglomerates in the country

In just a few decades, South Africa has emerged from the dark ages of apartheid to become a progressive, forward-thinking nation. ‘Brand South Africa’ has been instrumental in portraying the country’s optimistic new image to the international community

With an estimated 80% of South Africans unable to afford private healthcare, the introduction of a state-funded scheme costing US$18 billion will contribute greatly to the nation’s wellbeing

Late last year, the vibrant city of Muscat was awarded the title of Arab Tourism Capital by the Arab League’s Tourism Ministers. The award recognizes the progress being made by Oman’s tourism sector and especially the role of Muscat as Oman’s capital and gateway

Increasing transparency, diversity and returns for international investors are changing the nature of doing business in Nigeria

One of the major challenges faced by Nigeria is the overall improvement of its transport sector