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This review of Mauritius was kindly provided by AXYS Financial Services Group who recently became a member of the Association. We are grateful for their contribution. This is a commentary, and comments are welcome by email to: info@eaa.co.ke
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Political alignments appear to be on the cards following the failed election bid by Mr Raila Odinga for the post of AUC Chair. It remains to be seen what this will entail and whether the country will get a Government of National Unity. The economy remains sluggish as evidenced by the tax collections in the 6 months to 31st December 2024.
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Tanzania will hold elections in October this year and it is possible that there will be a number of Opposition Parties joining the fray, although it does seem that President Hassan will prevail. The Opposition are talking of boycotting the elections if there are no reforms to the system. The economy is performing well with the country seeing increased investment seeing a positive multiplier effect.
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Uganda will go to the polls next year and at the moment it seems that President Museveni will vie again. However, the arrest and charges of treason against the Opposition Leader are a concern. The economy is growing on the back of the oil and gas sector.
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The DRC conflict may have a negative impact on Rwanda with sanctions being imposed. Despite this, the economy grew by at least 8% in 2024. Politically, Rwanda remains stable.
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Ethiopia continues to manage the stabilisation of the conflict regions in the country although this will not be an overnight fix. The economy is performing well despite the reduction in aid by the US and the fact that Ethiopia has not be reinstated to the AGOA scheme.
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Latest developments in Somalia, Djibouti, South Sudan and Burundi
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