Expensive oil, sluggish growth: the CEMAC paradox
Oil is more expensive, yet the zone's growth is not taking off. Why does a largely oil-producing region benefit so little from higher prices?
Oil is more expensive, yet the zone's growth is not taking off. Why does a largely oil-producing region benefit so little from higher prices?
For years, the central bank has tried to make oil and mining companies bring a larger share of their earnings back into the zone. The tightening is now confirmed, with effects expected from 2027.
The case of corporate income tax in Chad and Cameroon: a summary of a 508-page doctoral thesis awarded the highest distinction.
One of Chad’s first women lawyers, co-initiator of the case against Hissène Habré and winner of the 2023 Martin Ennals Award.
Linking Chad and Cameroon by rail is an old dream now taking shape, thanks to the commitment of Presidents Idriss Deby Itno and Paul Biya.
Rating agencies Standard & Poor's and Fitch Ratings have kept Chad's sovereign rating at B-, with a stable outlook. What does this decision mean for the country and its businesses?
President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno wants to make the 2027 budget a tool for economic transformation. The growth target is ambitious, well above the forecasts of international institutions.
As the 2027 finance bills reach parliaments, the budget choices of CEMAC countries are diverging sharply. Some are tightening their belts, others are betting on spending.
After a difficult 2025, the zone's foreign exchange reserves are rising. But the improvement relies largely on money borrowed abroad by governments. A look at a key indicator for the stability of the CFA franc.
US-educated strategy consultant, organiser of the CIOME conference and managing director of Enerso Chad.
Africa’s economy is growing faster than any other continent’s. Here are seven surprising facts about a continent whose economy is worth 2,000 billion dollars.
Since 2010, Africa has posted growth rates of 4 to 5%. Such enthusiasm calls for a measure of caution.