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African GDP Estimated At $3T And And Nigeria 4th Position 2024 by Alphabyte3: 3:57pm On Jun 25 |
By 2024, South Africa is expected to have the largest economy in Africa, with a projected gross domestic product of USD373 billion. Meanwhile, Egypt, the top economy in 2023, is anticipated to fall to second place with a GDP of USD348 billion because of currency devaluations. Nigeria, which was the leading economy in 2022, is forecasted to drop to fourth place with a GDP of USD253 billion, behind Algeria at USD267 billion. This decline is attributed to Nigeria's high inflation rate, a weakening currency, and the impact of recent government economic reforms. However, there is potential for Nigeria to regain its top position with the right strategies and policies in place . African GDP is estimated at 3 trillion dollars . Nigeria has the potential to reclaim its position as the largest economy in Africa by implementing effective economic policies and reforms that address issues such as high inflation, currency devaluation, and the need for diversification of the economy. By focusing on promoting investment, reducing barriers to doing business, and enhancing infrastructure development, Nigeria can attract more foreign investment and stimulate economic growth. Additionally, the country can leverage its vast natural resources and young and growing population to drive economic development and become the top economy in Africa once again. We need the government to boost Startups acceleration cross the country not only Lagos or Abuja . https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_African_countries_by_GDP_(nominal) |
Re: African GDP Estimated At $3T And And Nigeria 4th Position 2024 by Kelklein(m): 6:03pm On Jun 25 |
China alone has a GDP of close to $18Trillion.. Now look at an entire continent at 3trillion.. Nigeria alone has the potential of being a 2Trillion economy but we are stuck at around a quarter of a trillion due to bad leadership choices, Bretton institutions interferences and elite State capture that have not allowed Businesses to thrive... Africa as whole has being weighed down by its own bad, greedy and selfish leaderships.. and also some westerns people who have refused to let the continent breathe deliberately. |
Re: African GDP Estimated At $3T And And Nigeria 4th Position 2024 by Alphabyte3: 6:17pm On Jun 25 |
Kelklein: The stark difference in GDP between China and an entire continent like Africa exemplifies the potential for economic growth that Nigeria and other African countries possess. Despite having the resources and manpower to become a major player in the global economy, Nigeria's GDP falls short due to a combination of factors such as poor leadership choices, interference from international institutions, and elite corruption. The stagnation in Nigeria's economic growth is a reflection of broader issues plaguing the continent, including a lack of good governance, unchecked corruption, and external forces actively hindering progress. The failure of African leaders to prioritize the well-being of their people and create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive has perpetuated the cycle of poverty and underdevelopment. Addressing these systemic issues is crucial for unlocking Africa's untapped potential and allowing the continent to chart its own path towards prosperity. By fostering good governance, promoting transparency, and resisting external interference, Africa can break free from the shackles of its past and realize its true economic power. 1 Like |
Re: African GDP Estimated At $3T And And Nigeria 4th Position 2024 by Alphabyte3: 1:55pm On Jun 28 |
Inflation Rate in Nigeria increased to 33.95 percent in May from 33.69 percent in April of 2024. This marks a slight increase in the inflation rate in Nigeria, indicating that prices of goods and services are continuing to rise at a faster pace. High inflation can have negative impacts on the economy, such as reducing the purchasing power of consumers and increasing production costs for businesses. It is important for the government to closely monitor inflation and take appropriate measures to control it, such as implementing monetary policies and addressing supply chain issues. Quick fix of interest rates is rate cut and hikes , Raise IPO in NGX Group, review of government policies , improve standard of living, creating jobs , startup accelerator programs and MOU with countries for collaboration and Business. By analysis over the years inflation less than 5% is appropriate but above is a major problem in any country economy .We as Nigerians need to address security challenges and and food security in agriculture. We have to speed up industrialization in urban and rural areas in the country . The educational system need more tertiary institutions in thousands in both state and federal. |
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