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1 – 10 of 24After redeeming much of its USD2bn Eurobond in February, the government has effectively dispelled fears of a default. Nevertheless, it remains under pressure to consolidate public…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286934
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The weakness of the Kenyan shilling, which is constantly hitting new record lows, has generated so much concern that, on October 24, parliament summoned the central bank governor…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283254
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KENYA: IMF aid boost offers much-needed support
KENYA: New deal may encourage Nairobi’s bond hopes
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES284924
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Although the challenges each country faces differ markedly, all are struggling to address the legacies of old conflicts that threaten to perpetuate new ones.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283385
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President William Ruto wants to use this bill to increase government revenue to help manage the difficult fiscal situation. However, the bill’s critics warn it may aggravate an…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB279645
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The downgrade reflects the expected realisation this year of the delayed global economic slowdown. The resulting debt overhang in the region has depleted the space for fiscal…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280137
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Prospects for African economies to end-2022.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB271099
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African Eurobond push
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB231981
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However, due to the Fund's outdated quota calculations, underperforming states would benefit the most, while Africa's most dynamic economies would see limited gains.