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IMF fiscal advice for Africa may yield few gains
The IMF released its most recent economic outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa
AfricaSlower China growth builds case for fiscal stimulus
GDP growth slowed to 4.6% year-on-year in July-September, but upcoming stimulus will gradually boost domestic demand
ChinaZambia faces political interference in the judiciary
The government is pressuring the courts to ban the former president from running for election again
ZambiaFrelimo will defend victory in flawed Mozambique poll
The ruling party has swept the general elections but the opposition has levelled credible accusations of fraud
MozambiqueMali junta will seek increased control over gold mines
Mali's junta and Barrick Gold Corporation are embroiled in a major dispute
MaliNigeria oil and tax reforms may face hurdles
Nigeria has introduced a series of tax incentives for oil investment and proposals for overhauling the income tax system
NigeriaCongo constitutional reform plans will raise concerns
The president has lent his voice to proposals for a constitutional reform process
Congo-KinshasaBurkina Faso security struggles will fuel inward turn
The government has announced a major wave of arrests of domestic enemies as part of a citizen denunciation campaign
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