Ghana
Ghana's fiscal constraints will increase in 2017
The government announces a budget shortfall for the first half of 2016, with strict fiscal restraints expected next year
GhanaIMF to delay reform demands until after Ghana poll
The IMF realises that demanding strict compliance with loan conditions is pointless ahead of a competitive poll
GhanaGhana's IMF bailout to persist despite souring ties
By suspending a tranche of bailout funding, the IMF has sent a stern warning to Accra
GhanaNew central bank bill could sour Ghana's IMF relations
Pressure to raise spending is increasing ahead of the election in December
GhanaProspects for Africa politics and security to end-2016
Several elections, festering conflicts and resurfacing insurrections shape the region's outlook
AfricaPorous borders to heighten West Africa terror risk
Intra-regional intelligence sharing sheds light on terrorism threat, but states will struggle to respond
Burkina FasoWeaker dollar will support global gold demand
The early-2016 financial market turmoil has boosted demand for safe-haven assets, including gold
InternationalGhana president may break 'two term' party trend
Infighting within the opposition may see next year's election break a long-term political trend
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