A brief discussion of Benin's early history. A majority of the information is on its recent history since 1972, including the most recent elections in 2007. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A good look at the successful government of Botswana, a country with a stable and free democracy. You can find a list of the current governmental officials. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read this brief history of Botswana from its pastoral roots to the current time. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Find out about Dominica's history from this information from the U.S. Dept. Background Notes. See how the interests of the planter class overrode representational government until Dominica was granted its independence.

Find out what the Egyptian government is doing to jump-start its economy. Although based on agriculture, see how the economy is branching out into other sectors to provide jobs for millions of Egyptians. Information is from the U.S....

Find out about the history of Grenada, a small island in the Caribbean. Read about its discovery by Columbus, its passing from French control to British, and its modern history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A thorough look at the government and politics of San Marino with a discussion of the legislative body as well as the judiciary. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the government of Seychelles and find a chart of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the attempts Sierra Leone has made to reform its government since the civil wars in the 1990's. Find out about the governmental structure and about the elections. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Learn about Malaysia's booming economy based on both services and industry. The government's active role has encouraged Malay ownership of corporations. Information from U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about Sudan's economy and the diversification of that economy. Current information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

This is a very current look at the government of Sudan, the attempt at reconciliation between north and south, and the on-going problems in Darfur. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

An interesting look at the economy of Djibouti, a tiny country that takes full economic advantage of its strategic location on the Horn of Africa.

A brief account of the government of Rwanda and the problems it is addressing as a result of the 1994 genocide. Find a chart of the current governmental officials and a look at the set-up of the government. Information is from the U.S....

A history of Swaziland from the 1700's to current times. Find out about its independence, monarchy, and current state of affairs. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the interesting way Swaziland's government works. Find out about how the government structure runs parallel to the traditional chiefdom system. You will also find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is...

Although civil war has threatened Burundi's economy in the past, see how the country is overcoming those problems and is on its way to developing a stronger economy. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

This is an extensive look at the economy of Chad. Read about the development of its petroleum reserves, although most are dependent on agriculture. A chart is included. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Current information on the economy of Fiji including its exports, manufacturing, increase in tourism, and problem spots. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read how Malawi is attempting to strengthen its economy and reduce corruption as a way to increase foreign investment. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about Namibia's attempts to diversify its economy to bring greater wealth to its citizens and decrease its dependence on South Africa. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

A look at the need for rebuilding the economy of Solomon Islands. See what the country is doing and what still needs to be accomplished. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read about the ethnic groups in Solomon Islands and find out about the religions practiced and languages spoken. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Read how Swaziland is attempting to expand its economy beyond agricultural products. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.