Economy
Growth, inflation, interest rates and public debt across the East African Community.
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Analysis Economy
Kenya inflation hits 7.3% as fuel costs squeeze businesses
Kenya's annual inflation rose to 7.3% in October, close to the top of the central bank's target range. Fuel and food drove the rise, and firms that move…
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Analysis Economy
Rwanda inflation jumps to 17.2%: what businesses should do
Rwanda's urban inflation reached 17.2% in September, even as the economy grew 9.7% in the first half of the year. Businesses also face a 30 November deadline to…
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Analysis Economy
Burundi dollar shortage: why importers still struggle
Burundi has brought inflation down fast, but dollars remain scarce. The IMF says the official exchange rate looks overvalued and reserves cover only 1.6 months of imports.
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Analysis Economy
South Sudan economy rebounds 20.3%, but prices stay high
The World Bank estimates South Sudan grew 20.3% in FY26 as oil output recovered. Yet food inflation, a weak pound and unpaid salaries mean most firms feel little…
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Analysis Economy
Pénurie de dollars au Burundi : pourquoi les importateurs peinent
Le Burundi a fait reculer l'inflation très vite, mais les dollars restent rares. Le FMI juge le taux de change officiel surévalué, et les réserves ne couvrent que…
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Analysis Economy
Dhaqaalaha Soomaaliya oo la filayo inuu koro 2.3% sanadka 2026
Shaqaalaha IMF-ku waxay filayaan in dhaqaalaha Soomaaliya uu koro 2.3% sanadka 2026, sicir-bararkuna uu noqdo 6.5%. Lacagta cusub waa mudnaan, laakiin IMF-ku wuxuu rabaa in si taxaddar leh…
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Analysis Economy
Somalia economy to grow 2.3% in 2026, IMF says
IMF staff expect the Somalia economy to grow 2.3% in 2026, with inflation at 6.5%. The new currency remains a priority, but the IMF wants it handled with…
