Mozambique and Angola have both seen horrific civil conflict and massive displacement of population, both internally and across borders to neighboring states. The result has been virtual depopulation of many rural areas, with a consequent fall in production as those displaced are necessarily...

This paper presents an analysis of the Angolan agricultural sector together with a review of the principal constraints to development. A set of recommendations are presented as to possible policies and investments that would help to promote growth. Emphasis is placed both on the aftereffects of...

This article argues the pros and cons of the Angolan government’s current policy of exchange rate based stabilization. First, the current policy is described together with a rationale in favor of such a program. Second, the reasons for being opposed to such a strategy are discussed. Third, is...

This paper discusses similarities and differences in the political and economic prospects for Angola and Mozambique. Central to the posing of these questions is the meaning and usefulness of putting these two countries in the same category. While both share some elements of a common colonial...