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Lonmin, Amcu go to arbitration

South Africa’s third largest platinum producer and Amcu fail to reach a deal in talks overseen by the CCMA

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UK business must not miss out on Africa: Chuka Umunna

The UK’s shadow business secretary sees opportunities for British business in Africa, but warns against the repeat of past mistakes

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Fragile peace draws investor interest in Somalia

With an internationally recognised government installed and al-Shabaab in retreat, hardy investors are taking a chance in Africa’s most troubled state

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Africa’s growing subsidy bill

With deficits creeping up and import prices high, African governments review growing energy and food subsidies

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Obama in Africa: More pageantry?

As President Obama announces his second trip to sub-Saharan Africa, doubts remain as to whether US policy will focus more on the continent in his second term.

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Cameroon’s new investment code

The new investment code is excellent and innovative on paper but its compatibility with regional regulations has been overlooked

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Chinese pharma cracks down on Africa counterfeits

Two Chinese pharmaceutical companies break new ground by implementing mobile authentication checks for their drugs

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Morocco to enact sukuk law

The North African country readies to issue its first Islamic bond

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Kenya approves cabinet

Kenya’s parliament approves all 16 of President Kenyatta’s cabinet nominees, establishing a government of technocrats

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Africa’s food imports on the rise

Agricultural imports are on the rise, as African economies struggle to meet growing demand

Africa's growth figures are impressive, but there has been little investigation into the credibility of the figures. Morten Jerven's new book, Poor Numbers, lifts the lid.

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