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Africa following Asia as the second generation of emerging countries?

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Eight African countries have been given emerging country status by the International Finance Corporation. Financial markets are more integrated than 25 years ago and technologies more complex. This provides different opportunities and challenges but sustainable growth looks to be a reality for those emerging in Africa.

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