Olusegun Akanbi

Olusegun Akanbi is an Economist in the IMF’s Fiscal Affairs Department. Prior to joining the IMF, he was a Professor of Economics at University of South Africa. Mr. Akanbi has professional experience in teaching, research and policy making. He has published in reputable academic journals and contributed to IFI programs and policies at the IMF. His research interest is focused on macroeconomics and fiscal policies. He holds a PhD in Economics from University of Pretoria. Latest Posts: How To Escape The Perils of Fragility

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• How To Escape The Perils of Fragility
  • Published: August 3, 2021
  • Authors: Olusegun Akanbi, Kenji Moriyama, Keyra Primus
  • Summary: Already facing huge development needs, the COVID-19 pandemic is exacerbating the challenges facing fragile and conflict states—a group of currently about 40 countries trapped in cycles of low administrative capacity, political instability, conflict, and weak economic performance.

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