Inflation has continued to bite hard across Africa, remaining one of the toughest economic pressures weighing on households, governments, and businesses in 2025.
Persistent currency depreciation, rising food prices, higher import costs, and global supply disruptions have kept inflation elevated across the continent.
The latest figures for September and October 2025 show that several African nations are still dealing with double- and in some cases triple-digit inflation, straining household finances and complicating policy responses for governments and central banks.
Sudan maintained its position at the top of the list with the highest inflation rate in Africa, while Nigeria also remained among the top six, despite easing inflation in October.
Top 10 African countries with the highest inflation rates – October 2025
- Aug 2025: 11.80%
São Tomé and Príncipe saw inflation climb to 12.80% in September from 11.80% in August, marking one of its highest inflation readings in recent years. The island nation—heavily dependent on imports—continues to face rising global shipping costs, higher commodity prices, and currency pressures.
Historically accustomed to single-digit inflation, the move toward 13% has forced monetary authorities into tightening mode. If external price pressures persist, inflation could edge toward 14% before year-end.
