PZ Cussons
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PZ Cussons, the multinational consumer goods company, has announced plans to sell its African subsidiaries, including its Nigerian operations, as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of the ongoing foreign exchange crisis. The company's decision follows the significant devaluation of the naira by 70%, which has heavily affected its financial performance. In its preliminary…
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