| Synopsis: |
The definitive one-volume guide to all sub-Saharan African countries, providing invaluable economic, political, statistical and directory data. New for 2013: * fully revised government lists for all countries * details on major news stories over the past 12 months, including the post-secession conflict between Sudan and South Sudan and the military coups in Mali and Guinea-Bissau.* essays on Brazil-Africa Relations and West African Security Issues General Survey Thoroughly revised and updated analytical articles covering issues including: Economic Trends; Health and Medical Issues; State Failure; Development; and China's Influence in Sub-Saharan Africa Country Surveys Individual chapters on every country incorporating: * essays on the physical and social geography, recent history and economy * an extensive statistical survey of economic indicators * a full directory containing names, addresses and contact details for key areas such as the government, diplomatic representation, the media, finance, trade and industry, and defence * a useful bibliography, providing sources for further research Regional Information Detailed information on regional organizations; commodities; research institutes; and select bibliographies of books and periodicals. |