While the continent collectively anticipates a 4% growth in 2025, East Africa is racing ahead, posting a projected 5.9% growth rate, among the highest in the world.

A mix of factors drives the growth, including Investment in infrastructure and energy, booming sectors in technology, fintech, and tourism, and improved regional trade through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)

Countries like Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and Tanzania are spearheading the momentum. Experts note that policy consistency, public-private partnerships, and macroeconomic stability are helping the region defy global headwinds.

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The region holds huge growth potential. Large-scale infrastructure projects, such as Uganda’s oil refinery and Tanzania’s Bagamoyo port, are attracting significant investment, can boost economic activity. The manufacturing sector is growing, contributing to overall economic expansion. Investment in renewable energy sources is another factor contributing to the region’s economic potential.