April 02
Africa: The Guiguidou Hydro-Agricultural Rice Project Showcases Agricultural Cooperation Between the African Development Bank and China
Given the key role sustainable agricultural development will play in Africa's future, the African Development Bank has embarked on a groundbreaking partnership aimed at… Read more »
March 28
Africa: African Development Bank Debars China Henan International Cooperation Group Company Limited for 12 Months for a Fraudulent Practice
The African Development Bank Group, on 28 March 2024, announces the conclusion of a negotiated settlement agreement with China Henan International Cooperation Group Company… Read more »
March 19
Africa: Austrian Expertise in Renewable Energy Could Benefit Africa, Says African Development Bank's Vice President Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade
The African Development Bank Group's Vice President for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade has said as Africa develops its renewable… Read more »
February 23
Africa: In Unprecedented Visit, Japanese Vice Finance Minister Kanda Applauds the Leadership of the President of the African Development Bank and Affirms the Strategic Importance of the Bank
Masato Kanda, Japan's Vice Minister of Finance for International Affairs, visited the African Development Bank headquarters on Thursday, the first such visit, signifying his… Read more »
December 01, 2023
Africa: What Lessons Can Asia Offer Africa in Developing the Green Minerals Value Chain?
A new vision is needed for Africa to harness its significant advantage in green mineral resources, experts say, and collaboration with Asian nations and learning from their… Read more »
November 17, 2023
Africa: Aif2023 - African Development Bank Head Adesina Welcomes Japan-Africa Partnerships, Investments to Spur Growth
Japanese investment in Africa driven by both start-ups and major conglomerates. Read more »
September 29, 2023
Africa: A New Vision for Africa Policy Dialogue - Enhancing Africa-Asia Cooperation On Green Minerals
What: Policy Dialogue for African and Asian Audiences on Enhancing Cooperation Between Africa and Asia in Developing Green Minerals Value Chains Read more »
September 14, 2023
Africa: Adesina to Korean Investors - Africa Is the Leading Market Frontier With Huge Untapped Potential
"Africa is not as risky as you hear. It is a continent of opportunities, waiting to be tapped." Read more »
September 13, 2023
Africa: After 'Learn From Africa' Visit, Japan Sophia University Students Call for Stronger Partnerships Between Africa and Japan
Students from Sophia University in Tokyo, visiting the Bank. They are here with the Bank's administrator for Japan, Brazil, Argentina, Austria and Saudi Arabia, Takaaki Nomoto… Read more »
Africa: Korea and Africa Rally Additional Finance and Technology for Universal Energy Access and to Make Africa World's Breadbasket
33 African finance ministers, ambassadors, heads of pan-African institutions and NGOs, CEOs and Korean private sector leaders gathered in Busan for the 7th KOAFEC Ministerial… Read more »
September 14, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group, Korea Sign $28.6 Million in Grant Agreements to Support Africa's Development
African Development Bank, Korea sign agreements for additional funding at 2023 KOAFEC Read more »
September 12, 2023
Africa: Korea and the African Development Bank Strengthen Drive Towards Africa's Food Security
From left to right: Korea National Assembly's Forum for Africa Co-Chair Myoung Su Lee, African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina, Korea-Africa Foundation President Lyeo… Read more »
September 09, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group to Co-Host 7th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (Koafec) Ministerial Conference in Busan, Republic of Korea
African Development Bank Group president Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina will lead a delegation to the 7th KOAFEC Ministerial Conference in Busan, Republic of Korea. Read more »
August 21, 2023
Africa: The 7th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (Koafec) Ministerial Conference
What: The 7th Korea-Africa Economic Cooperation (KOAFEC) Ministerial Conference Read more »
August 02, 2023
Africa: India Commits $2 Million As New Partner in Africa Digital Financial Inclusion Facility to Boost Digital Financial Inclusion Across Africa
The Indian government will contribute $2 million to the Africa Digital Financial Inclusion Facility (ADFI), housed and managed by the African Development Bank, affirming its… Read more »
July 13, 2023
Africa: African Economic Outlook 2023 - Opportunities Abound for Asian Investors in Africa, Says Experts
"Good time for Asia businesses to invest in Africa ", experts say, as African Development Bank presents the 2023 edition of its flagship African Economic Outlook report to Asian… Read more »
Africa: African Economic Outlook 2023 - Opportunities Abound for Asian Investors in Africa, Experts Say
"Good time for Asia businesses to invest in Africa ", experts say, as African Development Bank presents the 2023 edition of its flagship African Economic Outlook report to Asian… Read more »
Africa: African Economic Outlook 2023 - Opportunities Abound for Asian Investors in Africa, Experts
"Good time for Asia businesses to invest in Africa ", experts say, as African Development Bank presents the 2023 edition of its flagship African Economic Outlook report to Asian… Read more »
June 30, 2023
Africa: Seminar On African Development Bank's African Economic Outlook 2023 for Asian Audiences
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June 16, 2023
Africa: Exploiting Natural Gas Can Be a Win-Win for Both Africa and Asia - - Experts
Against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its impacts on food and fuel prices worldwide, representatives of the private and development sectors attending an online… Read more »
June 12, 2023
Africa: Webinar to Connect African and Japanese Women Entrepreneurs
What: Young African and Japanese women entrepreneurs networking webinar Read more »
May 09, 2023
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 »
April 28, 2023
Africa: Policy Dialogue - Asia-Africa Cooperation On Natural Gas
What: Policy Dialogue on presenting a new vision for Asia-Africa Cooperation on Natural Gas. Read more »
April 26, 2023
Africa: Japan - Smart Water Drainage Facility Reduces Cost of Damage Caused By Floods By 90 Percent
A paragon of climate adaptation at its best Read more »
April 25, 2023
Africa: African Development Bank Group, Jica Sign $350 Million Loan Agreement to Support Africa's Private Sector
The African Development Bank and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) today signed a JPY 44,100,000,000 ($350 million) loan to finance the Bank's support for private… Read more »