Samuel Malik considers life in the self-styled 'giant of Africa'.
Jan Rocha on the challenges and paradoxes in one of the world's most unequal countries.
The central African country's long sleep continues, says Ben Shepherd, but the clock is ticking.
David Styan on life in continental Africa's least-populated state.
Aidan Foster-Carter looks beyond the clichés of the secretive state.
Louisa Reynolds on a country of great inequality still struggling with a legacy of civil war.
Mali was once renowned amongst African nations for its calm, its culture and its welcome.
Despite the recent boom, the country is still one of glaring inequalities, writes Louisa Reynolds.
Facts, figures, photos and a short history of Burma.
Tom Sykes considers a west African country full of contradictions.
Richard Carver's insights into a country struggling with poverty, floods and corruption.
Tourist impressions of the country can be deeply misleading, says Russell White.
Samantha North assesses a country with a volatile mix of cultural, religious and political influences.
Facts, figures and photos from Mexico.
Facts, figures and photos from Mauritania.