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South Africa faces structural reforms commitment tests

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SOUTH AFRICA

That is well above the less than 1% average growth rate over the past eight years but little more than half the IMF’s forecast for global recovery, reflecting South Africa’s…

Myanmar's NLD faces governance test

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MYANMAR

Grassroots politics in Myanmar.

South Sudan deal needs more buy-in from warring sides

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SOUTH SUDAN

On paper, the agreement -- mediated by the East African Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (IGAD) -- ends the conflict that has beset South Sudan since December 2013…

Cyber trends underline need for mature MFA

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INT

MFA involves requiring people to present more than one credential to authenticate themselves. These protocols reduce the risk and impact of credential theft, but also present…

Referendum resistance shakes Mali president

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MALI

It did not give a new date or explain the reason, but growing opposition to the referendum was likely a key factor. Still, the government will need a new constitution to provide…

Russia factor puts further strain on China-EU ties

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CHINA/EU

EU-China relations will be among the most significant factors shaping the global balance of power for the foreseeable future. The two sides are one another’s largest trading…

The principal legacy of Iran’s Rouhani could be social

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IRAN

A reduction in executions, mostly from drugs offences, has been a significant social legacy of President Hassan Rouhani, who leaves office in August. Before then, he will also try…

Implementation may hamper Africa free trade area plans

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AFRICA

Africa's Continental Free Trade Area.

Public security fears will test Chile's new government

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CHILE

Doubts about the strength and effectiveness of the new left-wing government's approach to public order are a key factor in the sharp decline in the ratings of Boric, who took…

Nigeria's development plan will not deliver results

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NIGERIA

The plan aims for 85% funding by private capital, with the balance coming from federal and state governments. It also envisions 5% average annual GDP growth over the period, and…