May 18, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Approves $15 Million Loan for Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company Limited to Support Infrastructure Financing in Nigeria
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank has approved a $15 million subordinated loan to Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company Limited (InfraCredit) to strengthen… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings 2023 - The African Pharmaceutical Technology Foundation
Who: The Government of Egypt; the Government of Germany; European Investment Bank Global; African Development Bank; African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases Read more »
May 15, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group 2023 Annual Meetings - Panel Discussion - 'Collaboration Between Private and Public Sector Is Essential for Financing the Green Transition in Africa'
WHO: African Development Bank, Absa Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group 2023 Annual Meetings - Commemorating Africa Day
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Africa: African Development Bank-Funded Enterprise Produces Affordable, Healthier Vegetables Using Urban Rooftop Hydroponics
Ifeoluwa Olatayo, founder of Nigeria's Soupah Kitchen & Company, inspects the condition of vegetables in her hydroponic farm Read more »
May 16, 2023
Africa: The African Development Bank Invests in Energy Efficiency a Central Pillar for Energy Transition
"Energy efficiency is no longer an option, it is a priority because we are in a climate emergency," says Jalel Chabchoub, chief investment officer in the African Development Bank's… Read more »
Africa: Climate Finance in Africa - African Development Bank Spearheading Innovative Mechanisms and Instruments
At its Annual Meetings in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, from May 22-26, 2023, the African Development Bank will explore innovative approaches to boost private sector finance for climate… Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Approves $11.7 Million to Facilitate Access to Fertilizers for African Farmers
The African Fertiliser Financing Mechanism aims to expand access to fertilizer, agricultural inputs and technical assistance for smallholder farmers in Africa. Read more »
May 16, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings 2023 - (Side Event) Title - 'Ifrs Sustainability Disclosure Standards: Better Information to Enable Capital Markets to Support Sustainable Economic Development in the African Continent.'
WHAT: (Side Event) Title: 'IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards: better information to enable capital markets to support sustainable economic development in the African… Read more »
Africa: Zimbabwe Commits to Implementing Key Reforms to Resolve Debt Burden, End 21 Years of Sanctions
African Development Bank Group's Adesina calls for urgency in implementing reforms Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings in Egypt - An Ideal Setting for Concrete Proposals Towards Inclusive, Sustainable Growth in Africa
The African Development Bank invests heavily in agriculture, one of the key sectors contributing to inclusive growth and sustainable development in Africa. Read more »
Africa: Virtual Consultation On the Preparation of the New African Development Bank Group's Ten-Year Strategy
The African Development Bank is pleased to inform you that a virtual consultation workshop on its forthcoming new Ten-year strategy 2023-2032 (TYS) will be held with Regional… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings 2023 - Thematic Knowledge Event 2 - Harnessing Natural Capital to Finance Climate and Green Growth in Africa
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Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings 2023 - Thematic Knowledge Event 3 - Key Actions to Achieve Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in Africa
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Africa: African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings 2023 - Thematic Knowledge Event 1
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May 15, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group 2023 Annual Meetings - Panel Discussion On Financing the Green Transition in Africa
What: SIDE EVENT: AfDB-Absa Panel discussion on financing the Green Transition in Africa Read more »
May 12, 2023
Africa: At Isdb Annual Meetings, African Development Bank Head Calls for Stronger Global Partnerships to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals in Africa
African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi Adesina, delivered a rousing address at the Annual Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, calling attention to the… Read more »
May 11, 2023
Africa: Change Africa's Narrative Through Partnerships and Investment, Says Africa Investment Forum's Senior Director
Africans should reject the status quo view of their continent and work with the private sector, governments and development partners to take advantage of its immense opportunities,… Read more »
Africa: 'Don't Overlook the Role of Juniors in Climate Change Mitigation Efforts' - Kenyan-Born Young Environmentalist
10-year-old Karen hopes for "tangible outcomes" to boost climate action in Africa to emerge from the 2023 African Development Bank Annual Meetings Read more »
Africa: Women Must Play a Larger Role in Peace Building and Resolving Conflicts - -African Development Bank Chief
Women's proven role in conflict resolution makes the unique position of First Ladies even more important as agents for resolving conflicts in Africa. Read more »
May 09, 2023
Africa: Côte d'Ivoire - Gninlnagnon Koné Dreams of Supplanting the Leading Players in Food Supplements in Côte d'Ivoire With His Chérubins Baby Formula
Even as a child, Gninlnagnon Koné , a young man from Katiola in north central Côte d'Ivoire, liked to follow his parents, who grew tubers and maize, to their farm. Read more »
Africa: Japanese Investors Say They Want More Business With Africa
Construction of Mozambique's multibillion dollar gas project to restart in Q3 2023 Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Debars Goldsun Investments Company Limited for 24 Months for Fraudulent Practices
The African Development Bank Group, on 9 May 2023, announces a 24-month debarment of Goldsun Investments Company Ltd. with effect from 31 January 2023. Goldsun Investments Company… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group to Launch 2023 African Economic Outlook (Aeo) Report At the Bank's Annual Meetings
What: Launch of the 2023 African Economic Outlook (AEO) report Read more »
May 08, 2023
Africa: Côte d'Ivoire - Viviane, a Young Graduate Swearing By Agriculture to Achieve Her Dreams
Viviane Kakou, who has a master's degree in geography, didn't want to spend her career in an office. She chose agriculture out of passion. Thanks to the African Development Bank,… Read more »