Africa’s Economic Trends | Markets, Trade & Investment Insights

The Africa Cup of Nations has evolved from a continental football competition into one of Africa’s most powerful sports-economy platforms. For AFCON 2025, total revenues are projected at about $192.6 million, anchored by sponsorships (~$126 million), broadcast rights (~$46 million), and ticketing and hospitality (~$19 million)

Intra-African trade is gaining momentum as a key pillar of Africa’s economic transformation, despite the continent remaining far less integrated than other regions. In 2024, trade between African countries reached approximately $220 billion, up more than 12% year-on-year.

Global investors are turning to Africa with renewed focus, drawn to six fast-growing sectors: agriculture, critical minerals, data centers, renewable energy, oil and gas, and manufacturing. Tens of billions of dollars are already flowing into the continent this year, as global trade realigns in response to U.S. tariffs.

Generative AI (gen AI) is fast emerging as one of the most powerful tools for Africa’s economic transformation. Estimates suggest the technology could add between $61 - $103 billion annually to Africa’s GDP if deployed at scale.

Africa’s telecom sector is entering a decisive decade, with the potential to connect 500 million new users by 2030—a shift that could...

A Surge in Foreign Direct Investment Africa stood out in 2024 as one of the few regions to buck global investment headwinds. Foreign...

Africa’s private capital landscape demonstrated remarkable resilience in 2024, defying global downturns with a significant rebound in...

Mobile money has emerged as a transformative force in Africa, evolving from a tool for financial inclusion to a cornerstone of economic...

# Exploring Growth in the African Financial Services Sector ## A Dynamic Landscape of Opportunity The African financial services sector,...

Africa stands at a critical juncture in its economic development, with the potential to unlock a $3.4 billion trading market through...

The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) World Economic Outlook report forecasts Sub-Saharan Africa’s economic growth to reach 4.2% in...

Sub-Saharan Africa is set to experience a transformative leap in renewable energy, with nearly 90 GW of new capacity forecasted from 2024...

Over the past two decades, China has emerged as one of the largest business partners for sub-Saharan Africa, purchasing over a fifth of...

In the latest Global Innovation Index (GII) rankings, Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) showcases a blend of progress and challenges, with several...

Africa is undergoing a profound demographic transformation that holds the potential to reshape the global landscape. As of April, India...

The 2024/25 Kenya Budget, presented by Finance Minister Njuguna Ndung’u, has sparked intense debate. With a budget deficit at 3.3% of GDP...