Namibia’s oil rush: Following in Guyana’s economic footsteps
Namibia’s burgeoning oil potential mirrors Guyana’s transformative boom.
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Namibia’s burgeoning oil potential mirrors Guyana’s transformative boom.
Zimbabwe’s economic turbulence took a toll on investors as the introduction of ZiG, the new currency, wiped out a staggering 330% stock market gain.
In Cathy Buckle’s nostalgic reverie, the echoes of a childhood song mingle with the chaos of present-day Zimbabwe.
In the past decade, Africa has seen a significant dip in its millionaire population, with many departing or witnessing their wealth dwindle due to currency devaluations.
In this piece from Justice Malala, Zimbabwe’s relentless cycle of economic mishaps is scrutinised through its latest monetary experiment: the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG).
In Zimbabwe’s bustling central business district of Bulawayo, informal trader Brian Tinotenda reflects on his journey from a supermarket employee to a small business owner.
Zimbabwe’s bold move towards financial stability with the introduction of the ZiG, a gold-backed currency, sees mixed reactions as it gains traction.
In the tumultuous landscape of Zimbabwe’s economic history, the quest for stability in currency has been fraught with challenges.
Solly Moeng argues that Africa does not have to offer proxy grounds for global ideological tensions forever.
The Conversation asked military science and defence expert Thomas Mandrup, who has published a paper on the situation after a recent ground visit, to evaluate the mission.