Restoring economic resilience and strengthening service delivery are central to the first development strategy for the country.
As the mobile money market in Somalia grows, a new economic analysis recommends government regulations to protect consumers.
A new fund that supports small-and-medium-sized businesses is spurring job opportunities for young Somalis.
Somalia’s federal government needs to build up its tax base if it wants to provide services and get outlying regions to back it.
Country Director
Program Leader and Lead Economist for the Equitable Growth, Finance, and Institutions (EFI)
A new analysis of African economies shows the region’s growth is projected to reach 3.1% in 2018, and average 3.6% in 2019–20.
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
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