As the world navigates yet another chapter of economic uncertainty, typified by increased protectionism and a fresh round of tariff wars, particularly between the United States and China, African countries find themselves at a critical juncture.
Business Insider Africa presents the top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in April 2025.
This list is courtesy of the Forbes currency calculator.
Tunisian Dinar ranks number 1 on the list.
While Africa may not be the main player in the present trade hostilities, the continent is undoubtedly within the cross fire of the consequences.
In this climate, one of the most powerful tools an African country can use is a strong, stable currency.
A strong currency is more than simply a sign of national pride, it is a barrier against foreign shocks, a magnet for investment, and a crucial lever for strategic economic progress.
When global powers impose tariffs on one another, the outcome is generally increased costs for commodities as supply chains are disrupted and corporations rush to get resources from alternate markets.
For African nations that rely significantly on imports, whether it’s gasoline, machinery, medicines, or food, a strong domestic currency functions as a cushion.
It helps keep import costs under control, protecting local customers from abrupt price hikes.
As global tariffs increase uncertainty in trade pricing, African nations with strong currencies can better safeguard their economies against pass-through inflation.
Developing currency strength is not simple. It requires a disciplined fiscal strategy, export diversification, political stability, and strong central bank independence.
However, for those African states that can handle it, the payoff is enormous, especially today, as the world’s economic tectonics change and resilience becomes the new currency of power.
With that said, here are the strongest currencies currently according to the Forbes currency converter, last updated on the 22nd of April 2025.
For this month, the Tunisian Dinar, Moroccan Dirham, Seychellois Rupee, and Ghanaian Cedi, posted stronger values than the month prior.
Save the Eritrean Nakfa, which remained the same month-on-month, every other currency on the list got a little weaker this month.
Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in April 2025
Rank Country Currency value per US$ Currency
1. Tunisia 2.95 Tunisian Dinar
2. Libya 5.46 Libyan Dinar
3. Morocco 9.24 Moroccan Dirham
4. Botswana 13.77 Botswanan Pula
5. Seychelles 14.22 Seychellois Rupee
6. Eritrea 15.00 Eritrean Nakfa
7. Ghana 15.46 Ghanaian Cedi
8. South Africa 18.62 South African Rand
9. Namibia 18.77 Namibian Dollar
10. Lesotho 18.77 Lesotho Loti
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