State of fiat
Inflation in Africa: Latest data shows worsening figures across the board
Figures show 50% of countries with available data experienced an increase in consumer prices in March.
May 10, 2023
Mauritania
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Inflation in Africa: Many countries continue to witness historically high consumer prices
While some countries recorded improved inflation figures, the cost of living across the continent remains prohibitively high.
Mar 24, 2023
State of fiat
Inflation in Africa: Many countries continue to witness historically high consumer prices
While some countries recorded improved inflation figures, the cost of living across the continent remains prohibitively high.
Mar 24, 2023
ANALYSIS
State of fiat
ANALYSIS60% of African countries recorded lower consumer prices in December
Further contractions in consumer prices suggest that central banks’ tactics to curb inflation are productive.
Feb 1, 2023
CBDC
BIS survey finds differing motivations in African CBDC adoption
More than half of the surveyed central banks said the ability to provide cash in a digital form was the leading consideration for exploring CBDC.
Dec 6, 2022
ANALYSIS
State of fiat
ANALYSISOctober 2022 inflation report: Consumer prices are rising at a slower pace in many African countries
Zimbabwe’s inflation has slowed for the second consecutive month as East African countries report double-digit rates.
Nov 28, 2022