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Tweah Condemns Allegations About Fund Mismanagement Former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah has recently urged the Liberian government to look into the World Food Programme (WFP) concerning the COVID-19 stimulus …
Former Finance Minister Calls for Investigation of WFP, Not Himself Read More
Comoros’ economy is projected to grow by 3.4% in 2024, yet challenges like poverty and external vulnerabilities persist. The blue economy offers potential for sustainable growth through fisheries and marine …
Comoros Economic Update: Blue Economy as a Path to Sustainable Growth Read More
Lebanon’s GDP is set to grow 4.7% in 2025, despite ongoing political fragility and financial crises. The latest World Bank Lebanon Economic Monitor explains recent revisions, predicting a 7.1% contraction …
Lebanon Economic Monitor – Spring 2025: Turning the Tide? Read More
Saudi Arabia and Qatar have announced financial support for Syria’s state employees, according to Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud. The aid will be delivered over three months, …
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Provide Financial Support to Syria’s State Employees Read More
The recent lifting of Western sanctions on Syria has sparked hope for improvement in daily life and economic recovery for many citizens. Activists, professionals, and analysts see it as a …
Lifting of Sanctions Offers Hope for a New Beginning in Syria Read More
Moody’s upgraded Nigeria’s credit rating from ‘Caa1’ to ‘B3’ due to significant improvements in external and fiscal positions. The country’s economy is experiencing its fastest growth in nearly a decade, …
Moody’s Upgrades Nigeria’s Rating to ‘B3’ Amid Improved Economic Indicators Read More
According to the World Bank’s latest report, almost half of Nigerians live in poverty, driven by inflation that outpaces minimum wage growth. It notes that 46% of the population now …
World Bank: Nearly Half of Nigerians Living in Poverty Amid Rising Inflation Read More
Dr. Akinwunmi Adesina highlights Nigeria’s declining per capita GDP, exposing economic mismanagement compared to South Korea’s growth. Critics challenge the accuracy of these claims, as the government struggles with inflation …
Urgent Economic Reforms Needed to Rescue Nigeria’s Economy and Society Read More
Vera Daves de Sousa, Angola’s Finance Minister, has distinguished herself at the IMF and World Bank spring meetings. Despite Angola’s exclusion from international markets, Daves de Sousa brings considerable experience …
Vera Daves de Sousa: Angola’s Finance Minister Championing Economic Reform Read More
Angola is in discussions with the IMF for potential financing options due to soaring bond yields and declining energy prices. The country aims to avoid international debt markets until yields …
Angola Weighs IMF Support as Bond Yields Surge and Oil Prices Fall Read More