International Monetary Fund (IMF) Statement at the end of a Staff Visit to Chad

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Edward Gemayel visited N’Djamena during February 6-12

The economy continues to recover, and the outlook remains broadly positive, though subject to some challenges; Fiscal performance is on-track but spending pressures are starting to emerge. An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Edward Gemayel visited N’Djamena during February 6-12 to take stock of the latest economic and…

Statement by IMF's African Department Director at the Conclusion of a Visit to Madagascar

Ms. Antoinette Sayeh, Director of the African Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), visited Madagascar during March 16-18, 2016  to hold discussions with the authorities on the opportunities and challenges facing Madagascar, how to generate stronger economic growth, and how to translate it into better living standards for its…

IMF Executive Board Concludes 2015 Article IV Consultation with Swaziland

On December 9, 2015, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation1 with Swaziland. Swaziland’s growth has been recovering since the 2010‒11 fiscal crisis, albeit at a slower pace recently. Growth recovery following the fiscal crisis was broadly supported by the manufacturing and service sectors.…