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After the shock: Is Nigeria on a path to sustainability? After a forex shock, the gap between the official and parallel dollar-naira exchange rate has narrowed. Is the country finding a more stable footing?… by Tamsin Freemantle August 26, 2025 Opinion·Pan-African
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S&P flags risks, but Africa remains resilient Africa faces debt pressure and trade risks, but growth and stable ratings show resilience. S&P Global sees downside risks as financial conditions tighten… by Tim Cohen July 18, 2025 Economy & Markets·Pan-African
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