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The impact of IMF loans on poor nations is a complex and debated topic. While the International Monetary Fund (IMF)...
When inflation declines against a slow-growing economy, it typically indicates a situation known as "stagflation."
South African Tamara Magwashu grew up unable to afford pads or tampons – now she is changing that for others.
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- South African police not yet able to defeat gangs, minister says
Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.
- Slashed incomes and gamers go cold turkey: the fallout from Uganda's internet shutdown
The internet was shut during the general election, leaving many people without any income - or entertainment.
- Life of veteran Ugandan opposition leader in danger, wife says
Kizza Besigye's wife has been to visit him at Luzira Prison and says he is extremely weak.
- What we learned from Afcon 2025
After chaotic scenes in the Africa Cup of Nations final, BBC Sport Africa explores what else we learned from just under a month of competition in Morocco.
- Nigeria police confirm mass church abductions after previous denial
More than 160 people were reportedly taken from three churches in the northern Kaduna state.
- Jubilant Senegal fans join the Afcon champions parade
Thousands of Senegal fans join the parade to celebrate Afcon champions on their return home.
- Malawi raises fuel prices by more than 40%
The new government is addressing fuel shortages and strengthening the budget but many are not happy.
- Ex-president accused of murder plot expelled from Togo to Burkina Faso
Paul-Henri Sandaogo Damiba has not commented on the accusations from Burkina Faso.
- Nigeria's renowned master wood carver and the fertility goddess
Kasali Akangbe Ogun, who came from a long line of wood carvers and wanted to preserve local traditions, has been buried following his death after a brief illness.
- Senegalese fans celebrate dramatic Afcon win
Senegalese fans celebrate their team's victory at the Africa Cup of Nations.
- Drums, chants and celebrations as Ethiopians mark the baptism of Jesus
The Ethiopian Orthodox festival of Timket, or Epiphany, commemorates the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan.
- Senegal reserve keeper jokes after Afcon towel scuffles
Senegal's reserve goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf jokes about his unique role in his side's chaotic Afcon final victory on Sunday.
- Diaz will 'have nightmares' over 'Panenka' failure
Brahim Diaz had the chance to win Afcon for Morocco, but his choice to try a Panenka ended up costing his side dearly as Senegal hit back to win the game in extra time.
- Ecstasy and now a day off - Senegal fans around the world celebrate Afcon win
Senegal supporters have been partying after their team grabbed a dramatic 1-0 win over Morocco.
- 'Shameful' and 'terrible look' - the chaos that marred Senegal's triumph
Senegal beat Morocco to win the Africa Cup of Nations after the final is overshadowed when they temporarily refuse to play.
- My children were recruited in a trafficking scam. I joined a police hunt to find them
BBC Africa Eye joins an anti-trafficking police unit in Sierra Leone helping a man look for his missing children.
- 'An ambassador for African football' - Mane is Senegal's Afcon hero
Senegal forward Sadio Mane is the hero once again, but this time for unexpected reasons as his side leaves the pitch during the chaotic Afcon final win over Morocco.
- 'I want to show the world what Africa is': YouTube star brings joy and tears on tour
"I love the love in Africa. The energy here is crazy," he says on his maiden tour of the continent.
- What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda
Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.
- Senegal 'concerns' over treatment before Afcon final
Senegal's football federation says a "lack of adequate security" left players and staff "at risk" on their arrival in Rabat for Sunday's final against hosts Morocco.