Africa / Opinion
OPINION: BRICS’ path to expansion
34 countries have already submitted their applications to join BRICS, as recent geopolitical shifts have led to a realignment in global politics.
COMMENT: Tunisia on the brink of collapse
Tunisia’s economy is deteriorating and it is now on the brink of an economic crisis. Its economy is shackled by unsustainable policies that have been in place since President Kais Saied’s political takeover in July 2021 and recent re-election.
COMMENT: Kenyan protests raise the spectre of default again
Recent protests in Kenya have delivered a severe blow to President William Ruto’s fiscal consolidation plans and instability has raised fears of default again.
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Can Niger's military junta seize the country's uranium opportunity?
Niger — one of the world's poorest countries — could become considerably wealthier if its uranium resources were fully exploited but political instability is hampering its development.
IMF: Sub-Saharan Africa's growth requires quality education for growing population
Demographic transition may be the biggest single opportunity for the economies of sub-Saharan Africa, but countries will only be able to enjoy the dividends if they make sufficient investment in education.