Africa in 2025 is a high-potential, variable-stability proposition. UK investors will have to navigate political, legal, and fiscal risks skillfully—growth is there, but trust and state durability are imperative.

The UK economy faces recession risk with high interest rates and inflation expected to increase borrowing by £15 billion by 2030. Economic forecasts for 2025-2026 have been downgraded, and consumer sentiment has hit a 15-month low due to job insecurity and high taxes.

2024 saw key UK insurance rulings on COVID-19 business interruptions and jurisdictional challenges in high-risk regions, emphasizing the need for clear policy wordings and robust legal strategies.