[wanabidii] Unfazed: African exporters are staring at $15 oil forecasts, but they keep pumping — here's why (M&G Africa) Tuesday, September 15, 2015 View a web version of this message 15 Sep 2015 Unfazed: African exporters are staring at $15 oil forecasts, but they keep pumping — here's why It's tough out there: Rich country-growth will hover at 2% next year, China's economy is slowing down and Brazil, Russia are staring at a recession. Before the ink had dried: South Sudan peace bid hit by new ceasefire violations, as monitors overwhelmed Just weeks after deal heavily backed by the international community, the country seems to be again teetering on the brink as rivals trade blame. Ghana surprise rate hike betrays African unease ahead of key US decision With US Fed meeting this Thursday for a much-watched meeting, the continent will be holding its breath--the outcome portends much for its economy. Africa's energy 'black holes'— where riches await investors in megapower These areas are short on mega power projects, and are appealing to investors seeking 'virgin' ground. More from the Mail & Guardian Africa Here comes the September surprise; DR Congo is having one of its best times of recent years The dark suits from New York have been visiting, and the numbers look glossy. Is the much-maligned giant rousing itself? South African teacher killed for resisting witchcraft is beatified; Pope pays tribute to Daswa in Rome prayers First stoned by his assailants, he ran to safety in a hut before being found by the mob and beaten dead - all for refusing to pay a sorcerer. Fed up Tunisians go online to fight trash, rudeness: Democracy is making a mess Shops, cafes and restaurants overflow onto the pavement, cars park in space intended for pedestrians, and garbage piles up, Ghana surprise rate hike betrays African unease ahead of key US decision With US Fed meeting this Thursday for a much-watched meeting, the continent will be holding its breath--the outcome portends much for its economy. Africa's energy 'black holes'— where riches await investors in megapower These areas are short on mega power projects, and are appealing to investors seeking 'virgin' ground. Redrawing the map: Europe discovers its new border stretches right into Africa For decades, the dream of the European Union was to become a post-national paradise of prosperity. Now the process is being reversed. Finance Africa's women to enrich its farms—and watch them laugh all the way to the bank Women are one of the best investments the world can make for global food security--and bankers and policymakers must recognise this. Manicures and reality TV: New initiative seeks to close the science gap in Africa, in some unusual ways "The gap between the North and the South is the science gap...For every one challenge, there's five or six opportunities." - President of Mauritius They call it 'Silicon Savannah': What an East African nation teaches about innovation Business in the country is often about Darwinism. Adapt or die. Unsubscribe | Update Profile | View PDF | Pause Subscription | View Online Email Powered By This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com on 15-09-2015 Mail & Guardian is intended for opt in communication only. If you feel this email is unsolicited please report it to us. Share this : Digg Linkedin Stumbleupon Delicious Tumblr BufferApp Pocket Evernote
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