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Business / 28 weeks ago
Top 10 fastest growing African economies in 2025–2026: South Sudan, Senegal, and Uganda lead GDP surge
Africa's economic landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with projections from the African Development Bank's Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook (AfDB MPO) report spotlighting rapid expansions across several countries. The top 10 fastest-growing African economies between 2025 and 2026 paint a picture of resilience, reform, and resource-driven resurgence. South Sudan leads the continent with a staggering 34.4% projected GDP growth, fueled by a rebound in oil production and renewed peace efforts. Years of political instability had suppressed output, but recent developments suggest stabilisation is unlocking long-dormant economic potential. This exceptional rate, however, also reflects a base effect—growth rebounding from a low starting point.
Business / 33 weeks ago
The state of the C2C shopping industry
In 2024, MercadoLibre solidified its position as a leader in the global consumer-to-consumer (C2C) marketplace, achieving over 94 million app downloads and surpassing competitors on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This success reflects the growing momentum of C2C platforms, driven by cost-conscious buyers and the increasing appeal of second-hand commerce.
