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South Africa’s Rand Gains with Economic Risks

South Africa’s rand has recently recovered against the dollar after hitting record lows in the previous session, but remained vulnerable to concerns about the local economy and that of China..

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Nigeria: IMF Chief Applauds Anti-corruption Efforts, Urges Diversification

The head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently endorsed Nigeria’s efforts to tackle corruption, while stating that the country needs to reduce its reliance on oil by the.

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Kenyan Telecoms Regulator Seek Independent Powers

Francis Wangusi, Director General, Communications Authority of Kenya Kenya’s telecom’s regulator has recently asked for the opportunity to take on regulatory functions independently while condemning the government for curbing the.

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Guinea: PM Appoints Women To Key Ministerial Positions In New Cabinet

As part of efforts to kick-start an economic recovery and improve the lives of young people, the new Prime Minister of Guinea, Mamady Youla has recently formed his new cabinet,.

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Ethiopian Ministry, Chinese Firm Sign MoU For Construction Of International Stadium In Addis Ababa

Ethiopian Ministry of Youth and Sports, and China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) have recently signed an agreement for the construction of a sixty-thousand capacity stadium in Addis Ababa. During.

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Liberia: President Sirleaf Supports Reduction of Presidential Term

As part of efforts to build an inclusive democratic governance model that is transparent, President Ellen Johnson Sirleafof Liberia has recently expressed supportfor the call by Liberians to reduce the.

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Niger: Voter Register Fit For Election If Changes Made- OIF Report

Niger’s electoral register is good enough to enable the country to go ahead with an election on Feb. 21 as long as certain changes are made, the International Organization of.

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Benin: Prominent Businessman To Run For President In Feb. Election

Benin famous tycoon, Sebestien Ajavon, has recently announced he would run for president, a move that will pit two of the country’s most famous entrepreneurs against each other in the.

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Zambia: Presidential, Parliamentary Elections To Hold Aug. 11

Under a new constitution, Zambia will hold presidential and parliamentary elections on Aug. 11, a government spokesman has recently said, lining up another close vote after last year’s neck-and-neck race..

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Nigeria: IMF Head In Talks With President Over Economy

The Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, has recently held talks with the International Monetary Fund as the country seeks better ways of tackling economic challenges fuelled by plunging oil prices. The.

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