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Real convergence in Africa in the second-half of the 20th century

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  • Cunado, J. & Perez de Gracia, F., 2006. "Real convergence in Africa in the second-half of the 20th century," Journal of Economics and Business, Elsevier, vol. 58(2), pages 153-167.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:jebusi:v:58:y:2006:i:2:p:153-167
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