The Guinean President Mamady Doumbouya.
The Guinean President Mamady Doumbouya. © EPA/STR
For the past few weeks, the cost of staples such as bread, rice and sugar has been rising. In an effort to maintain his popularity, the new president has promised to cut import taxes, but the move could backfire. [...]
Published on 21.12.2021 at 05:00 GMT Reading time 2 minutes

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