Africa’s monetary tug-of-war: Central banks balance inflation, currency woes

    Dr Oluyemi Adeosun | Top Stories | Apr 28, 2025    
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As global inflationary waves ebb and economies seek a return to stability, Africa’s central banks are navigating a complex policy terrain, balancing growth imperatives against inflation risks, currency depreciation, and capital outflows. The first quarter of 2025 has revealed a continent of diverging monetary responses—some cautious, others bold, all reflective of disparate economic realities and central banking philosophies.

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