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The last edition: Wednesday 19 June 2013
Poverty, impunity boost Venezuela's soaring crime rate

Poverty, impunity boost Venezuela's soaring crime rate

Crime in Venezuela is completely out of control and the murder rate has risen to levels greater than some war zones. The figures rose during the 14-year presidency of Hugo Chávez.

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Tuesday 18 June 2013
The bolivar is so overvalued that it sells for four and a half times less than its official value on the black market.

Venezuela battles inflation, despite world's largest oil reserves

Despite having the world’s largest oil reserves, Venezuelans are living with one of the world’s highest rates of inflation.

Monday 17 June 2013
Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro plants a tree at the Hugo Chavez mausoleum in Caracas

After Chavez, Venezuela's next steps under Nicolas Maduro

During the fourteen year presidency of Hugo Chavez, the country underwent much change. The poor, who were largely ignored before he came to power, now have a louder voice.

Friday 14 June 2013

Urine-power to the rescue of power-hungry Nigeria

Nigeria is Africa’s leading oil producer but suffers frequent fuel scarcity. For anyone doing business, this is a big problem. Many businesses have folded as a result.

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