Under The Radar
‘Under The Radar’ uncovers political risk events around the world overlooked by mainstream media. By detecting hidden risks, we keep you ahead of the pack and ready for new opportunities.
Under the Radar: Nepal in turmoil after India’s rupee demonetization
India’s rupee demonetization is severely impacting Nepal as Nepalis are left without recourse, with everything from pensions to tourism threatened.
Under the Radar: Can you equate social media with terrorism? Cameroon thinks so
Cameroon has labelled social media as a form of terrorism, launching a crackdown amid rising unrest: investors are at risk from the regime and citizens.
Under the Radar: Africa’s richest woman could sink Angola’s economy
Isabel dos Santos control of Angola’s state oil producer and increasing control of its banks creates a doomsday scenario for Angola’s economy.
Under the Radar: Why is Swaziland’s king defaming Asians?
Swaziland’s royal owned paper is spreading hate speech about Asians, as the government seeks to distract from the country’s growing social unrest.
Under the Radar: Tourism in Sri Lanka at risk from military
Sri Lanka’s military is running tourism ventures and more, threatening local and foreign businesses, as its influence grows amid declining accountability.
Under the Radar: Foreign investors under attack in Ethiopia
Foreign businesses in Ethiopia are being specifically targeted as violence grips the nation, threatening capital flight, ethnic violence and famine.
Under the Radar: Cambodia’s political seesaw masks economic opportunities
The escalating political situation in Cambodia is not a major risk. Instead, it reflects the hustle and bustle of an emerging Southeast Asian economy on the cusp of social transformation.
Under the Radar: South African students pressure mining sector to fund free tuition
South Africa’s universities are in disarray as students protest a tuition hike, and pressure the mining sector to help fund free higher education.
Under the Radar: Is a land lottery the solution to China’s housing boom?
Nanjing has begun a land lottery to decide winners among competing bids from housing developers. Will this game of chance reduce or increase corruption?
Under the Radar: Gabon’s risky internet curfew, the world’s first since 2011
Gabon’s daily internet curfew is the world’s first since 2011 as post-election violence and uncertainty continue to impact investment, particularly bonds.
