African Growth Hanging in the Balance

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African Growth Hanging in the Balance

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Jan 8, 2013

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Most African countries are expected to continue growing in 2012. But grim economic prospects in many parts of the world threaten this positive outlook. Roger Nord of the IMF's African Department identifies the challenges facing Africa this year.

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Jan 8, 2013

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African Growth Hanging in the Balance

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