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Egypt is the only country in Mena whose economy grew last year. Getty Images
Egypt is the only country in Mena whose economy grew last year. Getty Images
IMF set to approve additional $1.6bn for Egypt after review of reforms
The North African country’s economy is estimated to grow 5.2% in 2021-22 fiscal year