Burkina Faso has successfully concluded its inaugural bond issuance specifically targeting its diaspora, marking a notable financial triumph. This initiative, dubbed the Diaspora Bond, amassed an impressive 151.5 billion CFA francs, significantly…
Author: Cécile Mboua
Journalist
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