Africa Faces Economic Risk from Middle East Conflict
Middle East accounts for 15.8% of Africa's imports and 10.9% of exports.
LNG shortages will impact fertilizer production during planting season.
29 African countries' currencies have depreciated, raising import costs.
2026 GDP growth could drop 0.2% if conflict lasts six months.
Conflict may trigger cost-of-living crisis via higher food/fuel prices.
Humanitarian aid costs could rise, diverting donor funds.
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