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Africa's economic boom: 5 countries driving growth

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October 23, 2025

Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Uganda are among the world's fastest-growing economies, according to the IMF. What's driving their rise — and what does it mean for millions of Africans?

Michael Oti Author, Presenter and Editor at DW's Programs for Africa
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