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April 17, 2008

Africa: Why it's all about land

by Michela Wrong, New Statesman, UK - In much of Africa today, the sad reality is that land is still the only asset guaranteed to retain its value.

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Fascinating article. I'd love to know what the WIP contributors and friends in Africa think.

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