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Ghana will not quit IMF deal but wants changes, says president-elect John Mahama
Reuters  |  Dec 15, 2024

Mahama said the IMF had agreed to send an early mission to conduct a regular review.

IMF cautions Kenya’s financial stability amid plans for Sh194 billion UAE loan
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 28, 2024

The warning follows the IMF's approval in October of a Sh78 billion loan to Kenya. The decision was part of a review process disrupted earlier this ye...

IMF warns Kenya over further interest rate cuts, citing risks to economic stability
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2024

According to the IMF, reducing interest rates in a low-inflation environment risks fueling inflation and may also erode Kenya’s competitive edge in at...

Kenya seeks Sh37.6 billion IMF funds cut citing lower financing pressures
Amina Wako  |  Nov 05, 2024

Kenya's successful Eurobond issuance in February, which enabled it buy back a significant portion of the 2024 Eurobond, is the driving force behind th...

Gender job inequalities in Africa killing prospects of an equal society – IMF
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 02, 2024

Gender pay gaps are also often wide as a result of women working in less quality jobs compared to their male counterpart.

Gen Z anti-tax demos dented Kenya’s GDP growth prospect for 2025 - IMF
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 02, 2024

Tthe IMF has lowered Kenya's GDP growth forecast for the country to 5.0 per cent.

IMF chief says world economy at risk of low-growth, rising dissatisfaction
Reuters  |  Oct 25, 2024

At the same time, the IMF's Fiscal Monitor showed global government debt is set to top $100 trillion for the first time this year.

IMF approves $341 million for Ethiopia's first loan program review
Reuters  |  Oct 19, 2024

Both sides announced a staff-level agreement on the review late last month, which was then submitted to the board for consideration.

Kenya to receive Sh209.3 billion IMF loan in December
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 10, 2024

This funding will enhance the government's reserves, which are expected to reach $1.9 billion (Sh245 billion) by the end of the year.

Kenya asks IMF to review graft issues after push from Western nations
Reuters  |  Oct 04, 2024

Perceived government waste and corruption were a core driver of mass demonstrations in June.

Western nations urge Kenya to seek IMF review of graft issues – Sources
Reuters  |  Oct 01, 2024

Kenyan authorities are looking for fresh revenue-raising measures after rescinding the 2024 tax increases.

Easing Africa’s debt burdens: a fresh approach, based on an old idea
The Conversation  |  Sep 28, 2024

Developing countries have been paying bondholders a premium to compensate them for providing financing to borrowers that are perceived to be risky.

Kenya close to agreeing Sh193.2 billion budget support loan from UAE - source
Reuters  |  Sep 25, 2024

"Kenya is diversifying its sources of budget support," said the source, adding the "deal is as good as done."

Fed rate cuts to revive loan appetite for developing countries - IMF
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 20, 2024

The lender says developing nations will be looking to leverage the easing cost of accessing loans to acquire more funding.

World Bank, IMF maintain stance on compelling poor states to increase taxes
Alfred Onyango  |  Aug 02, 2024

A latest debt, macroeconomics, trade and investment update by the World Bank, says the two lenders will jointly remain firm on their push for domestic...

The IMF ‘kiss of death’ Extended Credit Facility for Ethiopia
John Mbati  |  Jul 30, 2024

It remains to be seen how PM Abiy will navigate these reforms, especially in light of the developments in Kenya and Ghana where both countries are fac...

Massive drop in the Birr as Ethiopia accepts IMF conditionality to salvage its declining economy
Reuters  |  Jul 29, 2024

The birr currency fell 30 per cent against the dollar to 74.73 per dollar after the restrictions were lifted, the biggest commercial lender said.

Kenya’s support programme by IMF slashed by Sh38bn on eased debt pressure
Alfred Onyango  |  Jun 11, 2024

Kenya managed to sell a new $1.5 billion Eurobond in February from international markets, albeit at a steep price, and partly paid the loan.

Ethiopia poised for 7.9 per cent economic growth amid agricultural, industrial gains
Hanifa Adan  |  May 21, 2024

The nation has seen a substantial increase in agricultural productivity over the last nine months, with an additional harvest of one billion kgs of ma...

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