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How Middle East Oil Shocks Affect African Economies | Analysis

Pan African Half Hour
49 minVideo

What happens to African households and businesses when conflict and disruption shake global oil markets? Jay Adewole and Gedeon Baleke discuss fuel costs, inflation, economic vulnerability and the case for greater energy resilience.

In this episode: • How international energy-price shocks can reach African markets • Risks for transport, household costs and businesses • Questions around diversification and long-term energy security

Pan African Half Hour conversation featuring Jay Adewole and Gedeon Baleke. Recorded in March 2026; analysis reflects the time of recording.

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