Africa's weakest currency is held by one of its smallest countries | World | News

While Africa is home to some powerhouse economies, including South Africa, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Ghana, not all of the continent is so lucky. Many are facing severe economic challenges, ranging from rising inflation and decreased buying power to adverse trade conditions.The tiny island country of São Tomé and Príncipe lies in the Gulf of Guinea, off the western coast of Central Africa. With a population of around 220,400, it is the second-smallest and second-least populous African sovereign..