New projections made about Africa’s economic story in 2026 are based on nominal GDP estimates that place a familiar group of countries at the top, but the deeper story lies in why these economies are leading and what it signals about Africa’s future growth path.

Data from South Africa's Police Service (SAPS) reveals that the country alone records more murders annually than some countries and regions in Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas.

The BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—continue to play a significant role in the global economy.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released its latest projections for the largest economies in Africa for 2024.