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you are currently viewing::West Africa growth projected at 4.6% in 2026, remains resilient-AfDB Regional Economic Outlook ReportAugust 10, 2026---Câte d'Ivoire remains largest economy in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU), expected to grow by 6.5% in 2025 These were among the major highlights of the African Development Bank Group’s 2026 West Africa Regional Economic Outlook and the 2026 Câte d'Ivoire Country Focus Report. The region's outlook remains promising, with growth projected at 4.6% in 2026, driven by stronger private investment, recovering domestic demand, continued infrastructure investments and expansion in the oil, gas and mining sectors. However, prolonged geopolitical tensions, persistent global inflation, rising public debt vulnerabilities and tighter financial conditions could weigh on this positive outlook . Source: African Development Bank |
Zimbabwe- a tale of two African stock exchanges
June 15, 2026-The Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) is positioning itself as a gateway to international capital entering Zimbabwe and other southern African markets. Will it take liquidity away from parent company the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), or are the two bourses complementary?
