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High public debt and an inefficient judiciary characterise Sao Tomé e Príncipe (STP). Although the economy was negatively impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, adversely affecting tourism and commodity exports, recovery is nearing its…
Rwanda's political landscape is marked by a strong ruling party and improving global peace rankings, though challenges in fiscal health persist. Economic growth is set to surpass regional average, fuelled by consumption and services sector, despite…
Réunion, governed as a French overseas department is politically stable and has solid regulatory environment. Réunion’s economy is marked by high unemployment and dependency on imports, with France being a major economic support. The island has a…
Weakness in the rule of law is negatively impacting economic freedom in Nigeria, as does pervasive corruption. Significant reliance on the oil sector can lead to volatile economic development, whilst persistently high inflation is adversely affecting…
The political climate in Niger is marked by corruption and external influences, including the presence of terrorist groups and foreign military aid. Economically, the country is poised for above-average growth, heavily reliant on agriculture and…
Namibia has a relatively stable political environment, reflecting positive economic prospects. Investment in telecommunications is set to boost revenue growth in the coming years. Rapid population and consumption growth indicate a demographic…
Although state finances are set to improve through higher taxation, economic freedom is challenging and corruption persists. Owing to lower agricultural output, the economy has slowed down markedly, but inflation is under control and fertiliser…
Mauritius boasts a stable democracy and mature institutions, contributing to high economic freedom. Already highly diversified, the economy is set to grow in sectors like agro-processing and medical tourism. Country’s diverse population and low…
Mauritania suffers from political instability, whilst ethnic tensions are also a destabilising factor. However, government finances are relatively robust with fiscal room to manoeuvre. Recent hydrocarbon finds and rising commodity prices are expected…
Mali's political scene is marked by instability, significant military influence, and widespread corruption, with large areas beyond government control. Mali’s undiversified economy is reliant on international aid and its agriculture sector. The…