EBRD forecasts slower growth in sub-Saharan Africa in 2026
Higher energy costs, fiscal pressures and trade disruptions weigh on outlook
03 Jun 6202
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Overview: about the EBRD
Learn about the EBRD's journey to investing more than €220 billion in over 7,800 projects.
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Overview: how the EBRD operatesAcross three continents, the EBRD supports the transition to successful market economies.
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The EBRD works across three continents to support the transition to successful market economies. Our focus is on delivering prosperity by enabling a well-run and sustainable private sector. We do this with our unique business model, combining financing, advice and policy reform.
€220 billion
Invested since 1991
7,800
Projects and counting
Higher energy costs, fiscal pressures and trade disruptions weigh on outlook
03 Jun 6202
Regional growth projected at 5.6 per cent in 2026 and 5.3 per cent in 2027
03 Jun 2026
Strategy focuses on deepening impact through systemic change
03 Jun 2026
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