3. Digitalization in Sub-Saharan Africa
Author:
International Monetary Fund. African Dept.
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Language:
English
Print Publication Date:
15 Apr 2020
Keywords:
REO; IMF staff calculation; economic activity; Sub-Saharan Africa; price; fiscal policy; internet access; Senegalese authorities; firm level; government response; COVID-19; Mobile banking; Infrastructure; Africa

Abstract

Every second, the region has averaged 106 new internet users.1 This fast-paced digital revolution holds the promise of transforming economies and people’s lives. It takes on added importance as countries across the region grapple with the unprecedented health and socio-economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. All policy levers are being deployed to protect lives and livelihoods. Digital solutions have helped to provide more resilience and allowed for rapid, flexible, and inclusive policy responses to the pandemic.

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Cover Regional Economic Outlook, April 2020, Sub-Saharan Africa
Regional Economic Outlook, April 2020, Sub-Saharan Africa
COVID-19: An Unprecedented Threat to Development
ISBN:
9781513536835
ISSN:
2707-8086
Publication Date:
15 Apr 2020
Publisher:
International Monetary Fund
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5089/9781513536835.086
Pages:
29