In 1979, Managua, the capitol of Nicaragua, had its government overthrown by the leftist Sandinista rebels. Sandinista rule quickly produced its own excesses, resulting in civil war for most of the 1980s. The conflict ended in 1990. However, Sandinistas continue to maintain considerable influence in running the country, and Nicaraguans remain so divided that they are unable to resolve most economic and political issues. “Nicaragua’s economy has been a leading casualty of this turmoil, and for …showed first 75 words of 1053 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1053 total…is spread out in higher-class neighborhoods of the suburbs. In the last few years Nicaragua has seen non-traditional exports grow, coffee prices rise, cattle production increase and the state privatize program near completion. Those factors seem to suggest that constant economic growth can be expected in the future. Some aid and relief has helped to somewhat stabilize the country of Nicaragua. Nevertheless, additional financing will be needed to restore the economy to its pre-Mitch condition.