Source: International Monetary Fund – IMF (video statements)
Despite stronger-than-expected performance last year, Sub-Saharan Africa now faces global uncertainty and reduced external funding, slowing growth to 3.8% in 2025. With limited fiscal space and elevated debt levels, countries must prioritize domestic revenue mobilization, spending efficiency, and ambitious reforms to build resilience against future economic shocks. IMF African Department Director Abebe Aemro Selassie shares three key messages from the latest economic outlook for sub-Saharan Africa. https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/REO/SSA/Issues/2025/04/25/regional-economic-outlook-for-sub-saharan-africa-april-2025?cid=sm-com-ig-SM2025-REOAFREA2025001