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Africa in Fact, August 2012: Africa's resources

"If we are so rich, why are we so poor?" asks the third issue of Africa in Fact. The continent is generously endowed with natural resources, but most Africans languish in poverty. This issue examines the link between governance, transparency and resources in various countries.

Africa in Fact, August 2012: Africa's resources

"If we are so rich, why are we so poor?" asks the third issue of Africa in Fact. The continent is generously endowed with natural resources, but most Africans languish in poverty. This issue examines the link between governance, transparency and resources in various countries.
Africa in Fact, August 2012: Africa's resources

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