The escalation of tensions between the United States and Iran sent global oil prices surging by more than 50 percent as of late March, triggering a wave of currency volatility across African markets. At least 29 African currencies have weakened, according to a joint assessment by the African Union
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Faith Omoboye is a foreign affairs correspondent with background in History and International relations. Her work focuses on African politics, diplomacy, and global governance.

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