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  • UNDP: Global Conflicts Could Derail Africa’s Growth, But Opportunities Exist

    UNDP: Global Conflicts Could Derail Africa’s Growth, But Opportunities Exist

    The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has warned that global uncertainties stemming from ongoing wars could hamper investments crucial for Africa’s economic development, while highlighting potential pathways for growth despite these challenges. “The rising trend towards protectionism can hurt African trade and slow Africa’s gross domestic product,” said Raymond Gilpin, UNDP’s chief economist and head…