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1 – 10 of 16After redeeming much of its USD2bn Eurobond in February, the government has effectively dispelled fears of a default. Nevertheless, it remains under pressure to consolidate public…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB286934
ISSN: 2633-304X
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The weakness of the Kenyan shilling, which is constantly hitting new record lows, has generated so much concern that, on October 24, parliament summoned the central bank governor…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283254
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KENYA: IMF aid boost offers much-needed support
By prioritising debt repayments over salary payments (and refraining from short-term borrowing to pay salaries), the government is signalling its commitment to servicing debts…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278562
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The downgrade reflects the expected realisation this year of the delayed global economic slowdown. The resulting debt overhang in the region has depleted the space for fiscal…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB280137
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Nairobi cancelled a bond sale last year; it has 17 months to rebuild its credibility with investors before seeking to refinance a USD2bn Eurobond.
Prospects for African economies to end-2022.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB271099
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However, due to the Fund's outdated quota calculations, underperforming states would benefit the most, while Africa's most dynamic economies would see limited gains.
With all eyes on the political and security implications of the Supreme Court’s landmark annulment of the August 8 polls, elevated political risk is also impacting the economy…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB224723
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The report has dominated the economic news in South Sudan as macroeconomic conditions in the country have deteriorated rapidly. Soaring inflation, low oil prices and a persistent…