Prospects 2018

Africa

Stabilising external conditions have fostered a moderate growth recovery, but structural reforms weigh on prospects

While positive economic growth beckons for several states, destabilising political divisions will fester

Economics may take a back seat to politics, as internal divisions prove challenging to overcome

Turbulent transitions and fiscal crises colour the region’s outlook

Cross-cutting alliances and enmities, and growing military and commercial ties, shape relations across the Gulf of Aden