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A fiscal stimulus for Africa?

Posted Thu, 2009-02-12 02:44 by Roger Nord

Many advanced economies, facing a deep recession, are launching large fiscal stimulus programs. Should African countries be following suit?

Tanzania: The Story of an African Transition

Posted Sat, 2009-02-07 02:14

In 1985, Tanzania was in severe economic distress, plagued by widespread shortages and high inflation. Twenty years later, Tanzania looks radically different.

Countdown to Tanzania

Posted Fri, 2009-02-06 22:19 by Vasuki

Hi. I'm Vasuki Shastry, head of the IMF's Public Affairs office and coordinator of the conference, Changes: Successful Partnerships for Africa's Growth Challenges, which is set for March 10 and 11 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

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  • Concluding Plenary
    March 12, 2009, 16:22

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  • Show of Hands
    March 17, 2009, 18:18

    The conference is wrapping up. Finance Ministers, Central bank governors, and the IMF have issued a joint…

  • Morning Update
    March 11, 2009, 13:45

    Stage is set for second day of conference. On the agenda is a keynote speech by UN Deputy Secretary General…

  • Dealing with shocks
    March 10, 2009, 17:30

    Fascinating discussion at the parallel session on how countries should deal with external shocks.

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