African activists speak out against IMF and World Bank as cost-of-living soars

Peotesters clash with police during a demonstration against the World Bank near Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, the venue of IMF/World Bank 2026 Annual Meetings, in Bangkok, Thailand October 15, 2026.

Photo credit: Reuters

By  Luke Anami

Correspondent in Nairobi, Kenya

Nation Media Group

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