December 13, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Would Congo Prosper If It Dumped the Dollar?
Next week, voters in Congo will decide whether President Felix Tshisekedi will serve a second term. Many voters want their leader to revive the DRC's fragile economy by dumping the… Read more »
March 23, 2023
Africa: How Digitalization Improves Remittances to Africa
Remittance flows to Africa are a driver of recovery in the continent. Such transactions are still expensive but digital services are spurring on the market. Read more »
January 05, 2023
Nigeria: New Cash Limit Leaves Traders in the Lurch
Nigerians will soon face restrictions on cash withdrawals as the old naira banknotes are slowly phased out. Authorities say the new measures will revive the economy. But… Read more »
June 30, 2019
West Africa: Common Currency Divides West African Nations
For many West African countries, introducing the eco is tempting. But the political will to do so is not enough -- many questions need answers before a new single currency becomes… Read more »