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Since early 2014 Guinea has been experiencing an ongoing Ebola epidemic that has spread to several countries in the region.
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In spite of the implementation of measures to strengthen public financial management during the last quarter of 2014, the performance criteria (PC) for end-2014 relating to gross tax revenue and bank and market financing of the government were not met owing to administrative weaknesses at the customs administration and a conflict with importers. However, following the increase in oil product taxation and steps to implement results-based management at the tax and customs administration, tax revenue was back on track at end-March 2015.
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Zambia achieved strong growth and macroeconomic stability over most of the last decade. However, in the last two years, the Zambian economy has been facing strong headwinds from large fiscal imbalances, lower copper prices, and policy uncertainties. The current account has deteriorated, international reserves have fallen, and the exchange rate has been under downward pressure.
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Cote d'Ivoire: Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper - Executive Summary of Progress Report
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KEY ISSUES Context. The region continued to experience strong growth in 2014, led by the continued economic expansion in Cote d'Ivoire. The outlook is for further strong growth, subject to a range of downward risks, in particular political instability ahead of upcoming elections in several countries, and security issues in Mali and Niger. With an elevated fiscal deficit exerting pressure on the balance of payments and the regional financial market, delays in fiscal consolidation or structural reforms pose the main medium-term risks. Policy recommendations: Fiscal consolidation. Safeguarding e
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KEY ISSUES Context and outlook: Despite strong macroeconomic performance under the Fund- supported program (2009-12) with economic activity steadily accelerating and inflation declining sharply, poverty remains pervasive and the economy vulnerable, exposing this progress to reversal. Limited fiscal space and shocks to revenues often offset by expenditure adjustments have not supported pro-poor and critical investment spending necessary for inclusive growth, giving rise to mounting social demands to share in the benefits of the accelerating growth. Focus of consultation: The discussions fo
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KEY ISSUESBackground. The Ebola outbreak that started in one district in late May has spread to theentire country, overwhelming already weak institutions and ill-equipped medical facilities. At end-August, over 1000 people were infected and more than a third had died from the disease. The country's social and economic fabric is also adversely affected by the epidemic. Economic growth has slowed, inflationary pressures have intensified, and new balance of payments and fiscal financing needs have emerged. The epidemic has heightened food insecurity and impacted livelihoods for a large portion of
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Africa, West . --- International Monetary Fund. --- Monetary policy . --- Monetary policy.
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