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PROSPECTS 2005: African oil/gas key to global demand
In the context of rising global energy demand, West Africa is destined to become an increasingly...
AFRICA: Regulations fail to halt illicit diamond trade
International initiatives have been implemented in recent years to control the illicit trade in...
AfricaCONGO-BRAZZAVILLE: Ban on diamond trade
The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme, a private sector organisation which seeks to curb...
Congo-BrazzavilleCONGO-KINSHASA: Coup attempt exposes fragile peace
At least fifteen men were arrested in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) yesterday, following...
Congo-KinshasaAFRICA: Cotton and oil define franc zone outlook
The tenth anniversary of the 50% devaluation of the CFA franc occurred on January 11. Devaluation...
ANGOLA: Dos Santos may seek re-election
President Jose Eduardo dos Santos has indicated he may seek his party's candidacy for...
AngolaCONGO-BRAZZAVILLE: IMF postpones lending talks
The government last week disputed the IMF's decision not to proceed with negotiations for a...
Congo-BrazzavilleAFRICA: African Union development disappoints
The AU's second annual summit, held in Maputo, Mozambique on July 10-12, saw the election of a...
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