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Africa’s Vicious Cycle of Debt and Climate Change

Published: 7 October 2025

Policy Brief

Across Africa, climate shocks and debt distress fuel each other in a vicious cycle. With external debt more than tripling since 2008, rising costs and plunging currencies are squeezing public finances - leaving little room for vital climate resilience investments.

Alexander Dryden, Ulrich Volz

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Climate adaptation

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Africa’s Vicious Cycle of Debt and Climate Change

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