Since COVID-19 began, there have been several African declarations made calling for deep structural reforms to enhance medical and economic resilience on the continent. Real Progressives joins Fahdel Kaboub and colleagues to propose specifics – particularly a call to enhance African economic and monetary sovereignty. Hence, we have an open letter that could use all the signatures it can get. Please add your name!
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