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South Africa logistics crisis will be tough to resolve

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SOUTH AFRICA

The deal represents a major step forward in efforts to reform the transport sector, but dysfunctional rail and port networks continue to constrain exports and economic growth.

Ramaphosa faces crunch period to convince on Eskom

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SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA: Ramaphosa faces crunch period on Eskom

South African entrenched interests could stifle reform

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SOUTH AFRICA

Although this was above market expectations and the economy has avoided entering a technical recession, fears persist over the slow pace of reforms by President Cyril Ramaphosa’s…

Angolan privatisation will test Lourenco reform agenda

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ANGOLA

Lourenco’s government launched in August its flagship Privatisation Programme (PROPRIV), with 195 companies and assets set to be either fully or partially sold. With a legal…

Ethiopia may favour privatisation over liberalisation

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ETHIOPIA

Ethiopia's privatisation initiative.

Zambian copper mining sector can expect steady growth

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ZAMBIA

This forms part of broader government efforts to increase investment and output in the mining sector. However, the decision has raised concerns with a number of environmental…

Namibia’s president faces increased election troubles

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NAMIBIA

Geingob faces a vigorous challenge from independent candidate Dr Panduleni Itula, who has capitalised on the ongoing ‘Fishrot’ corruption scandal that has engulfed the government…

South African budget faces long-standing challenges

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SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA: Budget faces long-standing challenges

South African growth plan unlikely to boost economy

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SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA: Growth plan unlikely to boost economy

South African growth plan will stir further debate

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SOUTH AFRICA

SOUTH AFRICA: Growth plan will stir further debate