Anie Akpe, founder of African Women In Tech (AWIT), a platform that facilitates education and mentorship for women in the tech sector, highlights the role of language in bridging the tech ecosystems of Africa and Latin America. This conversation occurred with the 'rest of the world' outlet at the Web Summit Rio de Janeiro 2023 […]
Demonstration organizers in Angola have expressed their dissatisfaction over what they termed a "culture of intimidation" in light of the recent police actions and state media coverage during the protests on Saturday. They stressed the need for inquiries into who died during the protests and the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The demonstrations, triggered by a […]
Cape Verde is set to become the second African country to sign an additional protocol to the Budapest Convention on cybercrime, intending to bolster collaboration between states and private sector entities, providing more legal clarity to service providers. This was confirmed by the country's Minister of Justice, Joana Rosa. Furthermore, Rosa announced that Cape Verde […]
The war in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province is causing significant changes to its territorial and demographic landscape, says the non-governmental organization (NGO) Aid in Action (Ajuda em Ação). The conflict has forced hundreds of thousands to abandon their homes and livelihoods. The report from Aid in Action highlights possible links between the violence, the displacement […]
Minera Exar has initiated mining operations at Olaroz Cauchari, marking the launch of Argentina’s third lithium project. This undertaking, following thirteen years of investment, signals a significant economic milestone for Jujuy, a northern province adjacent to Bolivia. The company plans to produce battery-grade lithium by late 2023 and subsequently start exports. The project employs around […]
June through September marks South America's snow season, attracting numerous tourists to regional ski resorts. These visitors, many from Brazil, frequent ski resorts in Argentina and Chile that offer diverse experiences for various skill levels, encompassing robust lodging facilities and après-ski activities. In Argentina, Bariloche emerges as the favorite destination, owing to its charming city […]
The Central Bank of Chile (BCCh) has revised its 2023 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projection in its recent Monetary Policy Report. The Bank now predicts that the GDP could experience a decline of up to 0.5% in a worst-case scenario, a downward adjustment from the 0.5% growth forecast in its previous report. However, an […]
Newmont Corp, the world’s leading gold mining company, has announced a further deferral of the expansion of the substantial Yanacocha Sulfides project in Peru, valued at US$2.5 billion, as it focuses on completing the acquisition of Newcrest Mining Ltd. The decision to delay the project, which has been put off several times due to fluctuating […]
New data from the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE) reveals a 0.78% year-on-year decrease in Colombia’s economy in April. This shift signifies the first recorded economic decline in the past two years, highlighting a slowdown in the country’s productivity. The DANE’s Monthly Economic Activity Indicator (ISE), a synthetic index that measures short-term economic evolution, […]
According to a recent Bloomberg report, the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia is the leading candidate to buy a significant stake in the base metals unit of the Brazilian mining company, Vale. The Public Investment Fund is the sovereign wealth fund of Saudi Arabia. It is among the largest sovereign wealth funds in […]
Bolivia has reiterated its call to the United States to extradite its former president, Gonzalo Sánchez de Lozada, commonly known as Goni. The plea follows Goni’s recent proposal to modify the Bolivian Constitution, explained Bolivian Foreign Minister Rogelio Mayta. After nearly two decades of silence, Goni made a public appearance on June 18, proposing a […]
Representatives from Venezuela and Brazil convened in Caracas to enhance bilateral trade and reinforce the shared endeavor to counteract smuggling across the mutual border, announced Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil. A report shared by the minister via Twitter stated that this work-oriented meeting took place on Monday with the goal of assessing the progression of […]
The Cañonero Paraguay, a historic warship commissioned in 1930 and used during the Chaco War against Bolivia, has returned to the water after a lengthy restoration process. The vessel, immobile for over 55 years, was unveiled to the public in Puerto Sajonia, adjacent to the Lopez Palace in Asuncion, where it welcomed over a thousand […]
As per a report from the U.S.-based Council on Foreign Relations, China’s slowing economy might lead to an escalation in Taiwan Strait’s tensions. The report implies that President Xi Jinping could heighten nationalist sentiments to divert attention from the economic downturn in his third term, potentially escalating disagreements between Beijing and Washington over Taiwan. China’s […]
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has announced an increase in Brazil's existential minimum, the income threshold below which an individual's funds cannot be seized by creditors, from R$303 to R$600 (US$125). The adjustment, which should be officially documented in the Union Official Gazette soon, aims to offer greater financial security to individuals facing over-indebtedness. […]
An escalating number of Brazilians are opting to have their babies in the U.S., with costs surpassing R$200,000 (US$40,000) inclusive of medical expenses and living costs. This trend is driven by the appeal of U.S. citizenship for their children, which they believe opens doors to educational opportunities. The Chinese are among those who most seek […]
In a survey by the Themed Entertainment Association, in association with Aecom Consulting, two water parks from Brazil made it to the top ten most frequented worldwide. Thermas dos Laranjais Park, located in Olímpia (SP), was fourth on the list, attracting 1.729 million visitors last year, while Hot Park Rio Quente, in Rio Quente (GO), […]
The Wall Street Journal recently reported, based on sources from US officials, that China and Cuba are in advanced negotiations regarding the establishment of a military training site in northern Cuba. The potential development could facilitate a permanent presence of Chinese troops on the island and intensify espionage activities. This report emerged following claims by […]
The Ecuadorian Navy has formally added two Bell Helicopters, models 407 and 430, from Textron Company to its Naval Aviation fleet. These aircraft will be tasked with surveillance, intelligence, and coastal reconnaissance missions, especially in the island region and the northern frontier, where Ecuador's military is persistently engaged against cross-border organized crime. This procurement brings […]
The commercial US dollar dropped to R$4.77 on Monday (19th June), marking a 0.92% decrease. This value represents the lowest for the American currency since it closed at R$ 4.75 on 31st May 2022. Owing to reduced trading on account of the Juneteenth holiday in the United States – which commemorates the end of slavery […]
In 2023, Brazil ranked 60th out of 64 countries in the IMD Global Competitiveness Ranking, falling one position from the previous year. Although this decline is attributed to the inclusion of a new entrant, Kuwait, experts argue that Brazil's static performance played a part. The ranking, conducted by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) […]
The scheduled face-to-face meeting between Mercosur and the European Union (EU) negotiators in Buenos Aires, Argentina, has been postponed. The deferral is a tactical move by Brazil to allot more time for a counterproposal concerning the government procurement aspect of the agreement. Although there's potential for a virtual meeting, it may lack the influence of […]
Peruvian President Dina Boluarte appointed surgeon César Vásquez as the new Minister of Health. Vásquez is replacing Rosa Gutiérrez, who stepped down following criticism of her handling of the country’s dengue outbreak. Vásquez, now the second person to head this department under the Boluarte administration, has a background in surgery and public management. He previously […]
Argentina’s government revealed its plan to bring a petition to the United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonization, seeking the United Kingdom’s agreement to resume talks over the sovereignty of the Malvinas Islands (Falkland Islands). The country has laid claim to the southern Atlantic Ocean archipelago, which has been under British political control since 1833. […]