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1. Organizing Intelligence. 2. World Bank African urbanization report. Building out African cities in a decent way could end up being the task of our coming era. 3. Summary of The Commanding Heights. 4. “Meanwhile in Armenia…” 5. “Female psychopathology has worsened despite increased resources and opportunities, suggesting it does not entirely reflect absolute deprivation, […] The post Saturday…

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Africa’s food prices are splitting sharply as conflict and fuel costs disrupt markets

Food prices across Africa are moving in sharply different directions. In some markets, conflict, expensive transport and tightening supplies are pushing staple foods higher.

  • Food prices in Sudan, Uganda, and Burundi sharply increased in September 2026.
  • Somalia and South Sudan experienced maize and sorghum price reductions.
  • Kenya's maize prices remained stable but were 14% higher than a year prior.

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