World Bank, IMF loans reshaping policymaking in Africa
Supporters say the conditions strengthen public finances and governance, while critics argue they can limit national policy autonomy…reports Africa Daily News Desk Kenya’s latest
Ghana Remains Africa’s Fourth Biggest IMF Debtor at $3.74 Billion
IMF exposure climbs after fresh disbursements under Ghana’s Extended Credit Facility programme….reports Asian Lite News Ghana has retained its position as Africa’s fourth-largest debtor
Iran War Triggers Global Economic Shock, IMF Warns
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said the fallout was already being felt across continents…reports Asian Lite News The head of the International Monetary Fund
Senegal’s Hidden Debt Deals Spark Transparency Fears
Senegal has secured €650mn in undisclosed borrowing through complex financial instruments, raising concerns over transparency and creditor hierarchy. The deals come as the country
IMF boosts 2026 outlook
The IMF has nudged up its global growth forecast for 2026, citing unexpected resilience in the world economy. Trade disruption remains a drag, but
IMF Bullish on India
India remains the top performer among large economies this year, and the next, with China following at 4.6 pc in 2024 and 4.1 pc
Reform IMF, WB with BRICS Involvement, UN Chief Bats for Global South
Guterres emphasised BRICS’ vital role for developing nations but warns against fracturing the global economy….reports Arul Louis The international financial and development institutions should
IMF upgrades 2024 global growth forecast to 3.1%
Among the Group of Seven (G7) advanced economies, growth in European countries looks set to remain weak, reflecting ongoing challenges, while Japan and Canada
IMF upgrades global economic outlook
A big factor in the upgrade to global growth was China’s decision late last year to lift anti-virus controls that had kept millions of
IMF chief warns of darker global outlook
The IMF estimates that countries accounting for about one-third of the world economy will experience at least two consecutive quarters of contraction this or
