Moody’s(US:MCO) Shang Wu Bu Wang Zhan·2025-09-23 15:52Core Insights - Moody's maintains a stable credit outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa, predicting accelerated economic growth in 2025 and 2026, which will aid governments in managing debt and increasing revenue [1] Economic Growth Projections - The economic growth rate for Sub-Saharan Africa is expected to reach approximately 4.7%, driven by a rebound in global commodity demand, infrastructure investment, and easing inflation [1] - This growth momentum is anticipated to enhance fiscal conditions and support stable sovereign credit ratings [1] Regional Challenges - Some economies, particularly South Africa, may experience growth rates below 1.5%, while Nigeria and Kenya face high borrowing costs and persistent inflation [1] - Moody's warns that weak tax revenues and political risks ahead of elections could overshadow the optimistic outlook [1] Debt Management - It is expected that debt levels will gradually decrease as revenues increase and spending constraints are implemented [1] - However, high financing costs remain a concern, necessitating ongoing reforms by governments to avoid fiscal stress [1]