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If Workplace Race Data Disappears, Discrimination Becomes Harder to See—and Harder to Prove
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De Beers Sale Tests Africa’s Ownership of the Diamond Value Chain
Anglo American’s De Beers sale is more than a corporate deal. It could determine whether African diamond-producing states gain more control over pricing, branding, distribution, and long-term value.
South Africa May Drive Out Migrant Workers—and Weaken the Economy It Claims to Protect
Anti-migrant campaigns are framing African workers and entrepreneurs as economic threats. Economists warn the backlash could reduce labor supply, disrupt informal commerce and damage regional…
Zimbabwe Wants Roads and Rail. China Wants Mineral-Backed Repayment. Who Owns the Upside?
Zimbabwe is exploring a deal that could use future mineral revenue to finance transport infrastructure. The opportunity is faster development. The risk is committing tomorrow’s lithium and…
IMF Moves Financing as Middle East Disruption Threatens African Food Costs
The IMF is increasing support for four African countries as Middle East disruption threatens fertilizer supplies, farm costs, food prices, currencies, and government budgets.
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