African Economies Weathering Uncertainty with Modest Growth Gains

  • Sub-Saharan Africa’s growth is projected to rise from 3.5% in 2025 to 4.3% by 2027, supported by sustained private consumption, investment, and cooling inflation.
  • Yet, this growth remains insufficient to seriously lower poverty levels, as millions still lack access to jobs, public services, and stable income.
  • Nigeria’s GDP recalibration and broader reforms are watched closely as the continent looks to translate economic metrics into tangible social progress.