Global Politics Today

Addressing some of the geopolitical issues confronting our world.

Tag: finance

  • An Unholy Alliance: Africa and the IMF

    An Unholy Alliance: Africa and the IMF

    —

    by

    SK Kuma
    in

    Africa and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have had a complex relationship over decades. It is akin to family members quarreling with one always going to the other for assistance. In other words, it is the classic case of “can’t live with them, can’t live without them.” The IMF was the brainchild of 44 leaders…