Africa Intelligence Brief — March 19, 2026

2026-03-19 - 18:10

What Matters Today 1 Fed held at 3.50-3.75% with hawkish dot plot signalling zero cuts for 2026 — African currencies and bonds reprice overnight; rand under pressure near R16.85/$; SARB meets March 26 facing possible hike; naira weakening; dollar strength tightens financial conditions across continent The Federal Reserve held rates at 3.50-3.75% on Wednesday as