South Africa to rely on domestic bonds to refinance debt: Government
In terms of external borrowing, South Africa raised USD 2.6 billion of the projected USD 5.3 billion for 2025/26 from multilateral development banks...
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Stubborn inflation weighs on UK’s economy
The British economy is beset by stagnant growth, stubborn inflation, and high debt, a fragile mix that has sparked chatter of an IMF rescue...
Averting the global debt crisis
According to the IMF, about 60% of low-income countries are now either in debt distress or at high risk of debt distress...
Is Laos falling into China’s debt trap?
Laos' sovereign debt crisis dates back to the early 2000s, when public debt exceeded 140% of GDP...
Diversification is key, weighs in on dollar versus gold: Billionaire Ray Dalio
In July 2025, Ray Dalio divested his final share in Bridgewater Associates, the hedge fund he started 50 years ago...
Burkina Faso rejects foreign debt, embraces gold
Traditionally, Burkina Faso's gold mines were owned and operated by foreign companies, resulting in limited benefits for local communities...
Ghana’s economic stabilisation: A new dawn?
Despite growing interest, Ghana's annual FDI has fluctuated due to macroeconomic uncertainty, culminating in a debt crisis in 2022...
IF Insights: China-Nigeria partnership paves way for Africa’s economic growth
China is trying to build a comprehensive strategic partnership in Africa...
Troubling times ahead for Tunisia
As Tunisia nears a repayment milestone of several years, the debt service burden will only escalate...
Europe’s capital crunch: Why sovereign liquidity needs fixing
Europe’s carbon market is advanced, but the financial instruments based on it often lag behind...