World Politics: The Firing Line

Ben Ali of Tunisia, Mubarak of Egypt, now Gaddafi of Libya. Who's next?

World: what's in a name?

In emerging economies, governments are putting their own stamp on history by renaming cities and even countries. Not everywhere, however.

South Africa: Malema is just plain wrong

Julius Malema might be stopped if impoverished South Africans recognise that his populism can neither deliver freedom nor prosperity.

Africa: renewable energy is on-trend

An industry set to expand by 1,583% in the ten years to 2020. Is this possible?

Election Special: Zambia

Zambians get a chance to vote in presidential and parliamentary elections on September 20.  Can Rupiah Banda and his MMD party cling on?

Libya: Gaddafi on the run

Just about everyone is after him.  It isn't just the bounty loot, but a matter of national honour that he's caught or killed.

Haiti: can Michel Martelly bring prosperity?

The new President is sworn in proclaiming that change and improvements are on their way.