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South African monopoly plan faces competing interests

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SOUTH AFRICA

The proposed overhaul, prompted in part by populist sentiment against so-called ‘white monopoly capital’, aims to facilitate competition and open the economy to smaller…

South Africa's Zuma will reaffirm populist land push

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SOUTH AFRICA

Since a controversial cabinet reshuffle on March 31 and subsequent rating agency downgrades, Zuma has faced repeated calls from ANC figures, opposition parties and civil society…

Cuba’s new constitution signals reform continuity

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CUBA

This is the strongest signal yet of President Miguel Diaz-Canel’s commitment to the reform process he inherited from his predecessor Raul Castro. The changes will not end…

Algeria elections may not bring economic recovery

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ALGERIA

The new parliament could provide an opportunity for a review of Algeria’s economic policy options. The previous legislature was constrained by the fact that it had been elected…

Russia's small firms thrive but growth is difficult

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RUSSIA

Small business development in Russia.

Smaller firms at heart of China's development strategy

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CHINA

These companies account for more than 80% of urban employment, 60% of GDP and 50% of tax revenue. They exert enormous influence on the national economy, and the wellbeing of small…

Business to face pressures in UK EU poll

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UNITED KINGDOM

Recent developments have turned a 2016 date for the UK referendum on continued EU membership from a strong possibility into a strong probability. The referendum has had a…

China's fintech development will become more strategic

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CHINA

After two years of crackdowns on the sector, this plan promises both consolidation and gradual development, with a particular focus on data and objectives related to the 'common…

Prospects for the space sector during 2017-22

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PROSPECTS 2017-22

Prospects for the space sector during 2017-22.

Japan will reboot its approach to African development

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AFRICA/JAPAN

Japan's Africa development model.