The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating economic ripple effects that could impact African economies through rising energy and food prices, trade disruptions, and increased fiscal pressures. These shocks risk slowing economic growth and deepening cost-of-living challenges across the continent.

This joint policy brief by the African Union, African Development Bank, UNECA and UNDP examines these potential impacts and outlines policy options to help African countries manage short-term shocks, strengthen economic resilience, and advance long-term stability.