Expert Makalou: « The CFA franc is doing well, but its future remains uncertain »

Malian economist Modibo Mao Makalou states that the CFA franc is performing well in 2026, with a 6.1% growth rate for the UMOA and inflation kept between 1% and 3%. He emphasizes that the currency's stability relies on the fixed parity with the euro, but its future depends on upcoming political decisions, including the potential creation of a common currency by some ECOWAS countries. Makalou notes that the currency remains a colonial legacy, but its economic indicators are strong this year.