# Sub-Saharan Africa economic outlook > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sub-saharan-africa-economic-outlook > Updated: 2026-10-22T14:15:49.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 2. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that Sub-Saharan African economies will achieve a growth rate of 4.5% in both 2026 and 2027, noting the region’s resilience against global shocks. Specific national forecasts vary. Ethiopia is expected to maintain a 9.2% growth rate in 2026, while Benin and Niger are projected to see approximately 7% growth. Guinea is forecasted to lead West African growth in 2026 at 7.2%, driven by its mining sector and the Simandou project. Côte d'Ivoire is projected to grow by 6%, and Mozambique is expected to see an increase to 1.6% growth in 2027. Despite these prospects, the region faces risks such as energy supply disruptions, extreme weather events, and a decline in development assistance. In a separate development regarding urban infrastructure, the second International Conference on Sustainable Mobility and Climate in Abidjan concluded with the adoption of the Abidjan Declaration, which calls for the development of accessible, low-carbon transport systems across African cities. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-22: West Africa economic growth and sustainable mobility updates IMF forecasts Guinea to lead West African growth at 7.2% in 2026, while the Abidjan Declaration calls for sustainable urban mobility and improved transport governance in African cities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-africa-economic-growth-and-sustainable-mobility-updates ### 2026-10-15: Sub-Saharan Africa economic growth projected at 4.5% by IMF The IMF projects 4.5% economic growth for Sub-Saharan Africa in 2026 and 2027, led by high performance in Ethiopia and Benin, despite risks from declining development aid and climate shocks. 51 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazil-faces-record-household-and-corporate-debt-levels --- Cite as: Sub-Saharan Africa economic outlook. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sub-saharan-africa-economic-outlook