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

The African financial services sector, spanning traditional banks and fintech firms, has experienced strong growth, averaging 8% annual...

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

Burundi is embarking on an ambitious journey to address its rising public debt, which surged by 18% to BIF 6,150.8 billion in 2023....

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...

Sub-Saharan Africa has a unique opportunity to capitalize on its abundant critical mineral reserves amidst the global shift towards clean...

Carbon credits are emerging as a strategic tool for combating climate change by allowing companies and countries to offset their carbon...

As Africa strives towards financial inclusion, several countries in the continent are currently exploring the use of Central Bank Digital...

In 2024, Africa is poised to dominate the list of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies, with eleven African nations expected to...

In 2023, African startups secured a total of $2.9 billion in funding across equity, debt, and grants for deals exceeding $100k, marking a...

According to the IMF, six of the top-10 fastest-growing economies are expected to emerge from Sub-Saharan Africa. Ivory Coast, leading...

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