Inflation adds to Brazil’s multiple economic woes

The Central Bank raised its benchmark rate for the first time in six years as inflation nears top of the target band

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Magufuli’s death offers limited reform opening

President John Magufuli has died in office aged 61, just six months after securing a second term

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A new law prioritises power generated by the state electricity firm over private firms’ cheaper, cleaner alternatives

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A cycle of police violence and protests has combined with political paralysis in recent months

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As the new African Union chair, Congo's president faces complex crises at home and abroad

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The new president's more reformist rhetoric has produced some limited change, but deep concerns remain

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A new onshore licensing round is unlikely to transform the country’s petroleum production outlook

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A major economic reform project brings Sudan broadly in line with international policy recommendations

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Ankara’s conservatism on gender equality and LGBT+ rights will add to injustices but may not stop longer-term progress

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Boko Haram’s factions have inflicted embarrassing setbacks on the military, whose leadership was recently shaken up

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