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Economic Inclusion and Financial Integrity—an Address to the Conference on Inclusive Capitalism

By Christine Lagarde Managing Director, International Monetary Fund London, May 27, 2014 As prepared for delivery Good morning. What a great privilege to be here among such illustrious guests to discuss such an important topic. Let me thank Lady Lynn de Rothschild and the Inclusive Capitalism Initiative for convening today’s […]

Names of FG Negotiators to Free Chibok Girls Revealed

Military confirms knowledge of location of students, rejects use of force to free themEddy Odivwri , Senator Iroegbu and Adedayo Akinwale. Contrary to President Goodluck Jonathan’s public stance that the government would not negotiate with terrorists for the release of the 200 plus schoolgirls abducted by Boko Haram, the federal […]

Kenya Eurobond Sale Defies Bombs Driving Up Costs: Africa Credit

Kenya is forging ahead with plans for a debut Eurobond sale, betting a spate of bombings and legal delays won’t deter investors attracted by the East African nation’s growth prospects. Yields on 10-year shilling debt surged to a record and the currency weakened to a 2 1/2-year low since twin […]