Africa’s top 10 economies have the power to determine Africa’s financial course. Their impact spreads throughout the continent, luring investors and driving regional growth.
With that said, it is a wonder how well the currencies of these giant economies are performing. Currency performance is an important indicator of a country’s economic stability and prosperity. Currency performance varies greatly between countries in Africa’s varied and vibrant continent.
Africa is home to a vast array of currencies, ranging from the widely recognized South African Rand to the lesser-known currencies of smaller nations. The diversity in currencies often reflects the economic diversity across the continent.
While countries like South Africa, and Morocco boast relatively stable currencies due to their larger and more sustainable economies, some other nations both big or small may struggle with currency volatility, as a result of fiscal and monetary policies, and also socie-economic and political complications.
Currency performance in Africa is a complex issue with no one-size-fits-all solution. Each nation faces unique challenges and opportunities, making it essential to adopt tailored strategies to improve currency stability.
Below are the performances of Africa’s top economies in 2023 so far. See first: African giants: The 10 largest economies on the continent.
1. | Morocco | درهم 10.21 (USD/MAD) | $134 Billion |
2. | Ghana | GH¢11.73 (USD/GHS) | $72.84 Billion |
3. | South Africa | R19.35 (USD/ZAR) | $406 Billion |
4. | Egypt | E£30.78 (USD/EGP) | $477 Billion |
5. | Ethiopia | Br55.65 (USD/ETB) | $127 Billion |
6. | Algeria | دج137.31 (USD/DZD) | $192 Billion |
7. | Kenya | Ksh147.46 (USD/KES) | $113 Billion |
8. | Nigeria | ₦760 (USD/NGN) | $477 Billion |
9. | Angola | Kz828.50 (USD/AOE) | $107 Billion |
10. | Tanzania | $72.84 Billion | $75.71 Billion |