Economy

As regional markets stumble and hospitality sectors face structural challenges, economists warn that fuel levy increases in Zimbabwe's upcoming budget could compound pressures on an already fragile economy.

January's unexpected decline in inflation has intensified pressure on the Central Bank of Nigeria to pivot toward monetary easing, though economists caution that structural vulnerabilities could complicate the policy shift.

Zimbabwe's neighbours saw tens of millions in lottery jackpots contested over the Valentine's Day weekend, with South African draws offering R50 million across multiple games as regional gaming economies expand.