Africa: The 5 most indebted countries to the IMF in June 2026 – La Nouvelle Tribune

According to IMF data, Egypt is Africa's top debtor with 7.2 billion SDRs, followed by Ivory Coast, Kenya, Ghana, and Angola. These countries have turned to IMF financing to cope with budget constraints and rising debt service costs. The assistance programs come with economic reforms and fiscal adjustments that limit investments in health, education, or infrastructure. The article also discusses debt transparency and sustainability challenges, citing Senegal and Mozambique.