CAPE TOWN, South Africa -- Sub-Saharan African countries previously shut out of the bond market are resuming debt offerings denominated in foreign currencies, raising more than $10 billion in 2024.
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says the continent's heavy debt burden hampers its economic growth. © Reuters
CAPE TOWN, South Africa -- Sub-Saharan African countries previously shut out of the bond market are resuming debt offerings denominated in foreign currencies, raising more than $10 billion in 2024.