Marrakech, Morocco-this Special Issue on Africa discusses economic developments for the entire continent. After four years of … countries in Africa is improving. Inflation is generally easing, economic activity is starting to pick up, and fiscal imbalances … political instability also underscore the fragility of conflict-affected states. Against this background, Africa's policymakers …

,890 districts. We find that mineral discoveries and productions positively affect educational IM for primary education in Africa for …

, particulary Africa. The book presents a detailed empirical study of rent-seeking within the civil service, parastatal sector, and … the resulting impact on society. The conclusions on reform strategies are applicable to counties within and outside Africa. … specifically Africa. This book presents a study of rent-seeking within the civil service, parastatal sector, and business community …

China and Africa have forged a strong economic relationship since China's accession to the WTO in 2001. This paper … of a further slowdown in Chinese growth are analyzed, highlighting the varying effects on different countries in Africa …