Includes economic and demographic statistics, directory material and articles contributions from over 50 leading experts on African affairs. This title covers the issues affecting the area, including: Economic Trends in Africa South of the Sahara; Health and Medical Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa; and, China's Expansion into Africa.

Regional Information - Detailed information on the following: regional organizations; major commodities; calendars, time reckoning, weights and measures; research institutes concerned with Africa and a select periodicals bibliography.