There was tension and some clashes as tens of thousands took to the streets of Sao Paulo – in the latest protest against the new Brazilian President Michel Temer following the Senate’s decision to oust Dilma Rousseff.

Caracas (Venezuela) - In Venezuela the trial of strength between Nicolás Maduro and his enemies has lasted eight months, ever since the opposition seized a parliamentary majority for the first time in 16 years.

Michel Temer appeared to be the main winner in the first round of the Brazilian crisis that has shaken the country since December, but it could be a short-term triumph as his own weaknesses could trip him up.

Incumbent Ali Bongo Ondimba has been declared president-elect of Gabon after polling 49.85% of votes whiles his main opponent, Jena Ping polled 48.16 % according to the electoral body.

Pedro Pablo Kuczynski has been sworn in as Peru’s new president, kicking off a five-year term.