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The article reports on the launch of a public investment and reform program by the Gabon government to transform the country into a diversified emerging market economy by 2025. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) suggested the efficient use of oil and mineral resources to support inclusive economic growth. The country's real gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to increase in 2012 because of rising public investment.

Reports on the funds released by International Monetary Funds for Burkina Faso. Economic performance of the country; Impact on the downfall of cotton and oil increase prices on the economy of Burkina Faso; Actions of the government in respond to economic condition.

Explains that the International Monetary Fund noted that progress in restoring macroeconomic stability has been made in Niger. Higher economic growth; Poverty reduction; Gross domestic product; Strong domestic demand underpinned by investment in social sectors; Niger faces challenges and remains vulnerable to external factors.

This section offers updates on activities of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Africa as of April 2013. The IMF has completed the second Extended Credit Facility (ECF) review for Burundi. The Guinea government and the IMF have agreed on policies following the completion of the second ECF review for the country. Libya has been recognized by the IMF Libya for making strides in economic recovery, growth and development following the 2011 revolution.

Explains that the International Monetary Fund noted that the Democratic Republic of Congo has implemented far-reaching structural reforms but it will take 45 years to reach the 1990 level of development. Creating an environment conducive to private-sector development and economic recovery; Deceleration of inflation; Rehabilitation of key infrastructure; Improvements in the social sectors and regulatory bodies.