World Bank Warns Sub-Saharan Africa Inflation to Rise to 5.5% in 2026 on Geopolitical Tensions

The World Bank projects Sub-Saharan African inflation to climb to 5.5% in 2026 from 3.7% in 2025, citing global commodity price spikes from Middle East conflict. The report notes that over half of the region's countries face consumer price pressures despite government measures, with oil price surges a key driver. This signals a regional growth headwind and potential policy tightening, though the forecast's accuracy depends on conflict trajectory.