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The IMF’s Role in Africa: Financial Independence of Botswana, Libya, and Eritrea

Since its establishment in 1952, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has played a significant role in Africa’s economic landscape, providing critical financial assistance to numerous countries across the continent. However,.

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International Investment Partnerships Boosting Trade in Africa

The UK’s development finance institution, British International Investment (BII), has announced a strategic partnership with the Ghana International Bank (GHIB). This $50 million trade deal is set to stimulate economic.

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The Power of Nation Branding in Africa’s Growth

Viewing countries through the lens of branding allows us to appreciate the various elements contributing to their global standing—recognition, influence, and the ability to attract investment. A nation brand transcends.

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The Influx of Foreign Investment Boosting Africa’s Economic Growth

According to the IMF’s latest Coordinated Direct Investment Survey, released on 20 February 2025, global FDI rebounded in 2023 after a slight decline, soaring to an all-time high of $41.

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The Digital Currency Debate and Africa’s Readiness for Cashless Economies

The transition from cash-heavy economies to digital transactions is no longer a question of “if” but “when.” The debate over digital currencies, including central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and mobile.

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Who is Financing Africa’s Infrastructure Boom?

Africa is undergoing an infrastructure revolution, a transformation reshaping its economic trajectory and development prospects. Roads are being paved where none existed, power grids illuminate once-darkened villages, and railways are.

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Africa’s Move Towards Currency Independence

Africa is making significant strides in asserting its sovereignty through currency independence. As nations across the continent take bold steps to reduce reliance on foreign currencies, they position themselves for.

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The African Tax Revolt

Taxation in Africa has always been a contentious issue. From the days of colonial tax impositions that sparked revolts to the present-day resistance against aggressive tax policies, the story remains.

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ECOWAS Bank’s $16.3M Credit Boosts Africa’s SME Sector

The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has authorised USD 16.3 million line of credit to the Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l’Investissement et le Commerce (BSIC) as part of a.

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