Economy
Coverage of economic trends, finance, and trade across Africa.
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Africa's Informal Economy Workers Push for Social Protection Rights
Millions of street traders and informal workers are organising to demand access to social security.
Tanzania's Port of Dar es Salaam Becomes East Africa's Busiest Trade Hub
Expansions completed this year have tripled the port's cargo handling capacity.
Ghana's Gold and Cocoa Exports Drive Current Account Surplus
Buoyant commodity prices and increased production volumes are strengthening Ghana's external position.
Fintech Startups Revolutionizing Payments Across Africa
Mobile money and digital banking solutions are bringing millions of unbanked Africans into the financial system.
IMF Upgrades Africa's Growth Forecast to 4.8% for 2026
The International Monetary Fund cites infrastructure investment and commodity exports as key drivers.