Factbox-Global firms in Uganda face LGBTQ conundrum

(Reuters) – Uganda’s tough new anti-LGBTQ law, which stipulates the death penalty for “serial offenders”, presents a conundrum for multi-nationals wanting to grow in Africa while promoting diversity and inclusion. A coalition of companies that includes Google and Microsoft said it was “deeply disappointed” by the bill signed into law on Monday. Here are some…

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African economies debt outlook remains “cloudy” – World Bank economist

By Kopano Gumbi and Rachel Savage JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – The outlook for Africa’s debt sustainability remains “cloudy” as low growth and high inflation challenge the stability of many economies across the continent, the World Bank’s Africa chief economist said on Monday. Andrew Dabalen said a form of stagflation taking hold was one of the biggest…

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Explainer-What to expect from Nigeria’s new president Bola Tinubu

By MacDonald Dzirutwe LAGOS (Reuters) – Nigeria’s new president Bola Tinubu faces a litany of problems, including widespread violence, double-digit inflation and industrial-scale oil theft. His victory is being challenged in court by his two main rivals in February’s election, and analysts say he may need to reach out to opponents to help heal a…

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