Africa Intelligence Brief — Monday, August 24, 2026
Africa Intelligence Brief for August 24: Namibia approves a local-content policy it has not gazetted, Libya initials a text nobody...
August 24, 2026Section
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Over 100 Buenos Aires Bodegones Offer Deals This Week
Buenos Aires Bodegones Week runs from August 24-28, 2026, with over 100 canteens offering discounts and special menus from 8pm...
August 24, 2026
Latin America’s Oil Money and the US Squeeze on Iran
Washington's economic offensive on Iran lifted oil above US$94 a barrel. Here is who gains and who pays for it...
August 24, 2026
Chile’s Long-Term Borrowing Costs Hit an 18-Month High as Growth Stalls
Chile's long-term interest rate swaps hit an 18-month high. The Finance Ministry aims to make Chile a regional financial hub....
August 24, 2026
Chile’s Kast Defends Security Reform Amid ‘Illiberal’ Criticism
Chile's President Kast rejects 'illiberal' label, open to changes. Poll shows 51% want reform withdrawn. Learn what's next.
August 24, 2026
Brazil Poll Shows Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro in Statistical Tie
New BTG/Nexus poll in Brazil shows Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro statistically tied in a runoff, with shifts within the margin...
August 24, 2026
Argentina’s Central Bank Reserves Reach a Record US$50.655 Billion
Argentina's central bank hits record gross reserves, but net figures unclear. Congress debates BCRA reform. Risk country at 505.
August 24, 2026
Mexico’s Economy Grew 1.4% in Q2, Inflation Stays in Target
Mexico's economy grew 1.4% in Q2 2026. Inflation remains within the central bank's target, but services costs are still a...
August 24, 2026
Brazil’s Braskem Files For Extrajudicial Recovery On US$10.9 Billion Debt
Brazilian petrochemical giant Braskem files for extrajudicial recovery to restructure US$10.9 billion in financial debt. No asset sales are planned...
August 24, 2026
Belo Horizonte Pizzeria Turns a Square Into Its Dining Room
Discover the Belo Horizonte pizzeria Forno da Saudade, where diners spill onto a public square for pizza, forró, and a...
August 24, 2026
São Paulo Nightlife Tonight — August 24, 2026
Sao Paulo nightlife tonight, Monday 24 August 2026: Tiee plays the Monday pagode at Bar Templo, and a residency at...
August 24, 2026
Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight — August 24, 2026
Rio de Janeiro nightlife tonight, Monday 24 August 2026: the free Pedra do Sal roda, Moacyr Luz's Samba do Trabalhador,...
August 24, 2026
Paraguay Waterway Toll Fight Reopens Over Argentine Charge
Paraguay's shipping sector revives its fight against the Paraguay waterway toll charged by Argentina, a dispute over agricultural margins and...
August 24, 2026
Peru Agrarian Law Repeal Bill Targets Agro-Export Tax Cut
Peru agrarian law repeal bill targets tax cut for big agro-exporters, but labour rights stay under Ley 31110. Learn what...
August 24, 2026
Venezuela Rains Leave Six Missing and Over 150 Homes Hit
Venezuela rains left at least six missing and over 150 homes affected. Learn about the impact, response, and forecast for...
August 24, 2026
Barbados Customs Revenue Loss Tops US$1.5 Billion
Barbados customs revenue fell short as losses topped US$1.5 billion from 2023 to July 2026, with concessions, waivers, and suspected...
August 24, 2026
Uruguay Union Rejects 150 Job Cuts at Frigorífico Tacuarembó
Uruguay union rejects 150 job cuts at Frigorífico Tacuarembó, vowing to present a counter-proposal in September. Learn the latest updates.
August 24, 2026
Hermitage Dam Falls to 31.4% as Kingston Water Is Rationed
Hermitage Dam falls to 31.4% as Kingston water is rationed. Learn about the Mona and Hope network schedules and affected...
August 24, 2026
Rincón de la Vieja Eruptions Continue in Costa Rica
Rincón de la Vieja eruptions continued in Costa Rica through August 2026, with OVSICORI-UNA reporting a series of phreatic blasts,...
August 24, 2026
Bukele Announces 50,000 El Salvador Scholarships for 2026
President Bukele announced 50,000 El Salvador scholarships for 2026, with support from the Inter-American Development Bank. Learn what they cover...
August 24, 2026