Can the rand rescue Zimbabwe’s economy?

Published by Simon Allison on 15 November 2016

Zimbabwe’s economic malaise could be eased by monetary reform – but the real challenge is a political one.

The gilded cage: Who does the CFA franc really benefit?

Published by Simon Allison on 10 April 2015

Does this regional currency benefit France and African elites at the expense of local economies?

Published by Simon Allison on 4 August 2014

Johannesburg, South Africa’s economic capital, makes a comeback after white flight, overcrowding and neglect led to the decline of the inner city.

Published by Simon Allison on 13 June 2014

Aliko Dangote made his fortune by gambling on Nigeria’s success when others would not dare.

Published by Simon Allison on 3 March 2014

Africa’s largest producer of crude oil is the continents second-biggest importer of petroleum.