Top 10 African countries with highest debt to IMF in 2024

  • When African nations accumulate significant economic debt, they are frequently forced to enact strict economic reforms
  • Concern has grown over the massive debts that several African nations owe the IMF in the form of support
  • The list of African countries owing the biggest debt to IMF includes Egypt, Kenya, Angola and others

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African countries are often compelled to implement stringent economic changes known as Structural Adjustment Programs (SAPs) when they accrue substantial debt with the IMF.