Zimbabwe Forecasts Inflation Drop as Gold-Backed Currency Stabilises
Zimbabwe’s annual inflation rate is projected to decrease significantly by the end of 2025, bolstered by ...
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New Study by Dr Pritish Behuria Warns Luxury Tourism is a Risky Development Strategy for African Economies
Arecent comparative study led by Dr Pritish Behuria, a scholar at the University of Manchester, has ...
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FATF Removes Four African Countries from Grey List Following Regulatory Adjustments
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), an intergovernmental organisation focused on addressing global financial crime, has ...
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African Economies Strengthen Resilience in the Face of Global Uncertainty
African economies are increasingly demonstrating their ability to withstand global economic headwinds, signalling a deeper shift ...
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Zimbabwe’s Economic Growth Expected to Rebound to 6%, Says IMF
Zimbabwe’s economy is projected to expand by 6% in 2025, according to the International Monetary Fund ...
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Namibia Records Historic Trade Deficit in August
Namibia registered a record trade deficit in August, underscoring the country’s deep reliance on imports and ...
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Gold Surges to Record Highs as U.S. Government Shutdown Deepens Global Uncertainty
Gold prices surged to unprecedented levels on Wednesday as the United States entered its first government ...
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Zambia Sets Ambitious 2026 Fiscal Target
Zambia has announced plans to narrow its fiscal deficit to no more than 2.1% of gross ...
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Botswana Introduces Citizenship-by-Investment Scheme to Diversify Economy
Botswana has announced the launch of a citizenship-by-investment programme as part of a broader strategy to ...
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GDP Growth in West Africa’s Monetary Bloc Moderates to 6.5% in Second Quarter
The West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA), comprising eight member states including Benin, Burkina Faso, ...
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