A report just released from the International Monetary Fund indicates that the Sub-Saharan African economy is expected to grow 3.7 percent this year and 3.8 percent next year.
The region is dealing with trade issues, inflation, and supply chain delays.
For more on the impact of the economic growth gap in Africa and what it means for developing regions and countries:
- Abebe Aemro Selassie, IMF Director of the African Department
To discuss:
- Abdullahi Boru Halakhe is an Africa Security and Policy Analyst.
- Adetunji Omotola is an Africa analyst.
- Joseph Ochieno is a writer and commentator on African Affairs.
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