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Middle East Conflict to Hit Africa with 'Imported Inflation,' Cameroonian Economist Warns

Middle East Conflict to Hit Africa with 'Imported Inflation,' Cameroonian Economist Warns

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Middle East Conflict to Hit Africa with 'Imported Inflation,' Cameroonian Economist WarnsThe escalating conflict in the Middle East will have severe... 03.03.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Middle East Conflict to Hit Africa with 'Imported Inflation,' Cameroonian Economist WarnsThe escalating conflict in the Middle East will have severe economic consequences for African nations—even those not militarily involved, Dalvarice Ngoudjou told Sputnik Africa.Key impacts:🟠Oil Prices Surging: The crisis has already driven up barrel prices following strikes on Saudi Arabia's Aramco.🟠Supply Chain Vulnerability: 13% of Africa's refined petroleum imports come from the Middle East, much of it passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Disruptions will directly affect supply.🟠Imported Inflation: Rising fuel costs will push up transport and consumer goods prices, weighing heavily on household budgets.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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