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Abductions will deepen fear among Tanzanian activists

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TANZANIA

Political violence in Tanzania.

Tanzania health act poses opportunities and challenges

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TANZANIA

The scheme was born out of the populist politics of former President John Magufuli (2015-21) but its realisation under Samia reflects a combination of the president’s own…

Zimbabwe's currency crisis may worsen

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ZIMBABWE

Zimbabwe cash crisis.

Africa's e-commerce players must overcome hurdles

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AFRICA

African e-commerce.

Zimbabwean bond notes policy staves off fiscal reforms

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ZIMBABWE

GDP is still set to recover this year, accelerating to 3.7% (from 0.7% in 2016) according to government forecasts. This is driven by robust exports, which should boost legitimate…

Expanding East African tax base will face resistance

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EAST AFRICA

Member states' national budgets include plans to increase taxation of the informal economy. Governments have several reasons for broadening tax bases: budget deficits, increasing…

African digital economy faces uneven outlook

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AFRICA

This is attributable to relatively low internet penetration, the limited number of digital platforms and e-commerce businesses, and low investment and digital skills levels. These…

Nigerian government faces critical revenue challenges

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NIGERIA

Combined federal, state and local government revenues stood at only an estimated 7.8% of GDP in 2018. With expenditure continually outpacing revenue, and the country's debt burden…

Ethiopia's demonetisation mixes politics and economics

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ETHIOPIA

The move comes after the government prohibited individuals and organisations from holding cash over ETB1.5mn (around USD41,000) and a cap on daily cash withdrawals for individuals…

Congo heads towards deeply contested elections

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CONGO-KINSHASA

Congo election preview.