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In post-pandemic Africa, small businesses could be key to recovery

A Stranded commuter walks at a deserted Baragwanath taxi rank during a protest by the South African minibus taxi operators against the government's financial relief package to the taxi industry, during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) lockdown, in Soweto, South Africa, June 22, 2020. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko - RC2AEH9TH63Z

Africa is bracing itself for recession. Image: REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko - RC2AEH9TH63Z

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