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Economic growth no silver bullet for poverty reduction

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Researchers: Rise of protectionism poses great risk to African economies

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South Africa and the Global (Dis)order

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Gulf states’ proxy war exacerbates conflict in Sudan

Five incumbents tumbled and one was humbled
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Five incumbents tumbled and one was humbled
Five African countries held elections that ended with incumbent presidents handing over power peacefully. South Africa saw the end of three decades of single-party rule. Altogether, these six elections show proof of democratic resilience in Africa and bring hope of a trend reversal.
Ghana's democracy stress tested – three milestones passed
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Ghana's democracy stress tested – three milestones passed

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