On 6 October, the World Bank projected 4.3% growth for sub-Saharan Africa in 2026. It cautioned that growth remained insufficient to generate enough jobs or substantially reduce poverty. Debt servicing continues to constrain social spending.
Our perspective
Associations can use this diagnosis to connect training and inclusion projects with local economic needs.
Original source
Banque mondiale
Africa Economic Update — octobre 2026
Published on October 6, 2026.
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