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Mxit, Kik and Viber are just a few WhatsApp competitors gaining popularity in global markets.

Ukraine has a deficit of almost 3.6 million men – with the average life expectancy for men now 62 years, a dozen years less than the corresponding figure for women.

China produced, consumed and imported record amounts of gold in 2013.

Friar, formerly of Goldman Sachs and McKinsey, spoke to IBTimes about the challenges and opportunities for women in key sectors.

The Chinese drove up demand for ivory and rhino horns last year dramatically, but the situation could improve soon.

Gold, platinum and soybeans are among those markets most at risk, Goldman Sachs said.

An expelled member of the African National Congress has started his own party based on left-leaning economic ideas.

Mobile marketing experts talked to IBTimes about how advertisers can reach a growing consumer base in Africa.

Shop smart and avoid buying goods fraught with human rights abuses for your sweetie this Valentine's Day.

A French photographer quoted in Le Figaro makes the claim and says the world will be talking about it soon.

Derick Watts & The Sunday Blues, a comedy duo from Cape Town, South Africa, posted a parody of Facebook’s 10th anniversary videos, featuring a look back on the life of Heisenberg.

The global financial crisis slowed Brazil’s economy, but it plummeted Mexico's into one of the worst recessions in its history.

The Sochi Olympics began in style Friday, but many wonder about the games' economic benefits.

India wants a greater share of revenues since it generates an estimated 80% of global cricket income.

More big-name corporate earnings announcements will hit the tape next week.

Passenger demand for Asia-Pacific airlines was high last year, but not as high as 2 other regions where demand soared.

Institutional investors are trying to sort out whether the sell-off is merely Fed-stimulus related or a deeper problem.

China's economy may not be growing as fast as before, but its demand for goods and commodities is as high as ever.

Nigeria’s current GDP is about $263 billion, while South Africa is hovering around $384 billion -- but what do the statistics really mean?

An upscale house in Johannesburg, book royalties and other assets will be divided among Mandela’s co-workers, family and former schools.

These tech companies have made the Internet possible for users without smartphones – which is no small market.