The Nigerian stock market ended the first half of 2026 as Africa's best performer, returning about 59.5% in dollars despite a June sell-off.

The ranking marks a remarkable turnaround for a market that only a year ago was struggling with currency volatility and weak foreign investor confidence.

As June draws to a close and Africa enters the second half of 2026, the continent's financial markets are ending the first six months of the year on a note of resilience and…