Political stability, security, macroeconomic resilience and climate risk continue to shape the investment landscape across Africa’s largest economies, according to the Africa Risk Dimension Report – June 2026 released by Sompa & Partners.
The latest edition marks a significant expansion of the report, increasing its coverage from seven countries in 2025 to the continent’s 15 largest economies by nominal GDP, based on the International Monetary Fund’s April 2026 World Economic Outlook. The broader scope provides a more comprehensive assessment of the opportunities and risks facing businesses, investors and policymakers across Africa.
Among the report’s findings, Nigeria recorded the highest overall risk score, followed by the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola, while Egypt, Algeria and Morocco ranked among the lowest-risk economies assessed. The report notes, however, that headline scores tell only part of the story, with each market presenting distinct political, economic, security and operational considerations.
The analysis points to several trends expected to shape Africa’s business environment over the coming year, including evolving political dynamics, improving macroeconomic conditions in some markets, shifting security risks, climate-related disruptions and major infrastructure investments.
Rather than ranking countries on perception alone, the report applies a consistent seven-dimension assessment framework supported by publicly verifiable data and source-based analysis.
It also examines the practical implications of each market’s risk profile and outlines strategic considerations for organisations operating or investing across the continent.
The full report, including the country-by-country analysis, methodology and supporting references, is attached below.
