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Africa's Pulse, April 2013 : An Analysis of Issues Shaping Africa's Economic Future

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This Africa's pulse newsletter includes the following headings: Sub-Saharan African countries continue to grow at a steady pace; the region's decade-long economic expansion appears sustainable; and for newly resource-rich countries, strong governance will be key to harnessing resource wealth for development

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  • World Bank, "undated". "Africa's Pulse, April 2013 : An Analysis of Issues Shaping Africa's Economic Future," World Bank Publications - Reports 20238, The World Bank Group.
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