The name Burma conjures up images of sizzling nyama choma, with generous portions of steaming ugali, peppered with hot chilli. This name, however, has history that goes beyond Jogoo Road in Nairobi.

Myanmar's security forces responded with a violent crackdown - firing live rounds at unarmed protesters. The military has not commented on the deaths, which now number at least 55. More than 1,700 ...