AFRICAFE: IMF's Regional Economic Outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa

July 25, 2024

In today's episode, we turn our focus to the economic landscape of sub-Saharan Africa, a region grappling with significant challenges and opportunities as it strives for recovery. According to the latest IMF economic outlook for sub-Saharan Africa, the region has faced diverse economic challenges in recent years, from global economic slowdowns to internal fiscal pressures. However, amidst these obstacles, signs of resilience and growth are emerging. With nearly two-thirds of its countries anticipating higher economic growth, there is optimism about the trajectory ahead. In this episode, we are honored to be joined by Dr. Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund, to delve into key issues shaping the region's economic outlook.

Speakers
Ahmed Ouhnini
Economist, Policy Center for the New South
Ahmed Ouhnini is an Economist at the Policy Center for the New South. His research area covers agricultural economics, human and social development. Previously, he has worked as a researcher at the Paris School of Economics (PSE) and has also a record of working in consulting services in Morocco. Ahmed holds an engineering Diploma in Agriculture and Rural Development from the National School of Agriculture of Meknes and a Master’s Degree in Law, Economics and Management from the Paris 1 Pantheon Sorbonne Institute of Development. ...

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