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05/22/2013
Madagascar elections
What are the political prospects now that the international community urges three candidates (Rajoelina, Lalao Ravalomanana and Ratsiraka) to withdraw from the race? (...)
04/13/2013
Somalia/IMF recognition after 22 years
The IMF recognizes the government of Hassan Sheick Mohamud. This paves the way to recognition after 22 years of interruption. At this time, Somalia is inegible to borrow from the IMF due to arrears. (...)
04/13/2013
The Gambia: IMF
The IMF recently indicated that outlook for the economy is generally favorable for 2013, but risks include inflation, which "has picked up partly due to the side effects of VAT". In addition, recover (...)
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05/22/2013
Country risk analysis: Congo DRC
Congo is expecting growth of 8% this year on the back of strong mineral exports. Prices for cobalt have increased by 25% since November 2012 and copper prices are firming up. What is the likely impa (...)
05/20/2013
Country risk analysis: Ghana
Ghana's economic indicators are still good despite rising inflation and a depreciating cedi. The authorities say the decline is temporary. Power woes are expected to decline with new projects. But h (...)
05/17/2013
Country risk analysis: Zimbabwe
Are elections possible in June? Many doubt it. They should take place a few months later. What are the chances that sanctions will be lifted? On the economic front, tobacco sales are seen on the inc (...)
