Rocco Caldero
Born in Brazil to Spanish parents, Rocco Caldero lived most of his life between Florianópolis and Madrid and studied Sciences of Communication in La Coruña.
Spain Tightens Golden Visa in European Crackdown
Spain plans to revise its Golden Visa program, echoing actions taken by other European nations like Portugal, Ireland, Greece, and Malta.
These countries have either...
Heatwaves in Africa: A Growing Climate Threat
In April 2024, Mali experienced a record heatwave with temperatures hitting 48.5°C (119.3°F), the highest April temperature in Africa.
This event is not isolated but...
Shift at Myanmar’s Border: A Blow to Military Control
In an unexpected turn, Myanmar's military regime officials began evacuating Myawaddy, a key town on the Thai border.
This marks a notable setback since the...
Zimbabwe Launches Gold-Backed ZiG Currency in Economic Revamp
On April 8, 2024, Zimbabwe transitions to the gold-backed ZiG currency, moving away from the depreciating ZWL.
This initiative, led by Central Bank Governor John...
Angola Eyes 2.8% Economic Growth Balancing a 2.5% Decline in Oil Production
The World Bank projects Angola's economy to grow by 2.8% this year, a significant increase from last year's 0.8%.
This growth is driven by the...
Record Highs in U.S. Border Migrant Encounters
In fiscal year 2023, US border authorities recorded over 3.2 million interactions with migrants, surpassing previous years' totals.
These encounters have risen from 2.7 million...
The Shift in US Office Spaces: A Historic High in Vacancies
In 2023, the US office market hit a historic vacancy rate of 19.6%, the highest since Moody's Analytics began tracking in the late '70s.
This...
Molding Warriors: Russia’s New Educational Paradigm
Following its Ukraine conflict, Russia has started blending military training and ideological teachings into its schools.
Future plans aim to deepen this approach by making...
Beyond the Average: Cape Verde’s Growth in the Sub-Saharan Context
In 2023, Cape Verde's economy expanded by 5.1%. Despite impressive growth below the 5.7% target, Cape Verde saw a remarkable 17.4% surge in 2022...
Mozambique Eyes Central Role in Southern African Power Network
To boost regional power stability, Mozambique's Electricidade de Moçambique (EDM) plans to increase its electricity supply to Zambia.
The decision was made official through an...
Wagner Group Expands African Operations Amid New Recruitment Drive
The Wagner Group, a notable Russian paramilitary outfit, has intensified its recruitment for African operations, marking a significant stride in its expansion on the...
Ethiopia Opens Real Estate Market to Foreign Investors
In a groundbreaking move, Ethiopia has decided to open its real estate market to international investors.
Announced by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on March 23,...
Nigeria’s Naira Makes a Comeback Against the Dollar
The naira, Nigeria's currency, is rallying from its lowest points of the year, thanks to decisive actions by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
These...
Hong Kong’s Eroding Freedoms: China’s Tightening Grip
China's quest for an open economy now plays second fiddle to its national security agenda, dimming the once-vibrant freedom in Hong Kong.
Since Xi Jinping's...