Abebe Aemro Selassie: Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Lowest in 20 Years
IMF Podcasts, October 25, 2016
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- Published: October 25, 2016
Key findings from the IMF Regional Economic Outlook
- The IMF's latest regional economic outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa shows growth at its lowest level in more than 20 years.
- The growth picture is mixed: some countries are struggling while others are strong performers.
- The downturn is particularly associated with oil-exporting countries.
Regional patterns and drivers
- Multispeed growth characterizes Sub-Saharan Africa according to Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the IMF’s African Department.
- Struggling group:
- Oil-exporting countries are highlighted as experiencing difficulties.
- Strong performers:
- Certain non-oil economies are identified as showing stronger growth relative to the region overall.
Podcast episode details and personnel
- Title: Abebe Aemro Selassie: Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Lowest in 20 Years
- Date: October 25, 2016
- Featured speaker:
- Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the IMF’s African Department
- Behind the mic:
- Bruce Edwards, producer of the IMF podcast program; described as an award-winning audio producer and journalist
- Rhoda Metcalfe, independent journalist and audio producer