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South Africa’s main opposition faces major poll test

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SOUTH AFRICA

As the general election approaches on May 8, the DA is struggling to build on momentum it sustained during former President Jacob Zuma’s tenure (2009-18). While the DA officially…

Moroccans face more political and economic stagnation

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MOROCCO

Although the economy is still faring better than others in North Africa, public discontent has increased. Significant segments of the population, especially in rural areas, are…

Abiy seeks to centralise power in Ethiopia

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ETHIOPIA

According to Abiy, the ‘Chaka Project’ may cost some ETB500bn (USD9bn), which would make it Ethiopia’s largest-ever public project. However, parliament has had no oversight role…

Riyadh’s rapid-fire reforms may cause policy overload

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SAUDI ARABIA

The outlook for the Saudi private sector.