November 15
Africa: African Development Bank, Soff Sign Letter of Intent to Support Africa's Low-Income Countries to Achieve Effective Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems
The African Development Bank Group and the Systematic Observations Financing Facility (SOFF), a United Nations Multi-Partner Trust Fund, today signed a letter of intent to… Read more »
November 14
Africa: African Leaders Want Continent's Natural Assets Worth Trillions of Dollars to Be Part of Measuring GDP of Countries
African heads of state and government are calling for the continent's vast natural capital to be considered when measuring the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of their countries. Read more »
Africa: 'Mission 300' Side Event At Baku Climate Change Conference (COP29)
WHAT: 'Mission 300' Side Event at Baku Climate Change Conference (COP29) Read more »
Africa: COP29 Presentation of Report On 'Measuring the Green Wealth of Nations - Natural Capital and Economic Productivity in Africa'
WHAT: COP29 Presentation of Report on "Measuring the Green Wealth of Nations: Natural Capital and Economic Productivity in Africa" Read more »
Africa: Time Magazine Honours Bank's Vice President for Finance
The prestigious TIME Magazine has named the African Development's Vice President for Finance and Chief Financial Officer Hassatou Diop N'Sele as one of the key "catalysts for… Read more »
November 13
Africa: Africa Investment Forum - Top African Investors Gather in Casablanca Ahead of 2024 Market Days
A group of top African investors made a stop in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday, November 12 to mobilise Moroccan investors and business leaders a few weeks ahead of the Africa… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Lack of Clean Cooking Access Poses Deadly Risks for Millions in Africa, Leaders Urge Action
African policymakers and international partners meeting at this year's UN Climate Change Conference, COP29 on Tuesday highlighted the urgent crisis posed by lack of access to clean… Read more »
Africa: Climate Investment Funds Capital Markets Mechanism Announces Bond Listing On LSE to Boost Climate Finance for Africa
The Climate Investment Funds Capital Markets Mechanism (CCMM) has announced its bond listing programme on the London Stock Exchange, a move that will help to raise new climate… Read more »
Gambia: African Development Bank Launches Project to Empower Vulnerable Youth and Women in the Gambia
A new landmark initiative focusing on fostering self-reliance through social support services, support to entrepreneurs and building their business skills is set to impact… Read more »
November 12
Africa: 'Scaling Up Financing for Climate Adaptation and Green Growth in Africa'
WHAT: Africa Day High-Level Side Event at COP29 Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank, ICRC and Isdb Explore Strengthening Operational Partnerships With Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in Africa
At the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the African Development Bank and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) co-convened a… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group's 60th Anniversary Celebration - Six Decades of Regional Transformation in the Southern Africa Region
What: African Development Bank Group's 60th Anniversary Celebration - Six Decades of Regional Transformation in the Southern Africa Region Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Invests $55 Bln to Bolster Economic Integration Across Africa
The African Development Bank Group has invested $55 billion in regional connectivity across Africa over the past decade, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing continental… Read more »
South Sudan: African Development Institute Empowers Guinea-Bissau, Central African Republic, Somalia, and South Sudan Through National Capacity-Building Initiatives
The African Development Institute, the training and learning arm of the African Development Bank Group, recently conducted workshops in four member countries - Central African… Read more »
Central African Republic: Central African Republic - African Development Bank Grants Ecobank €5 Million Trade Finance Transaction Guarantee Facility to Support Local Businesses and SMEs
The African Development Bank Group's Board of Directors has approved a €5 million Trade Finance Transaction Guarantee Facility for Ecobank Centrafrique. This facility, signed… Read more »
West Africa: Mano River Union Secretariat, African Development Bank, and the United Nations Reaffirm Commitment to Addressing Fragility and Strengthening Resilience in West Africa
The Mano River Union (MRU) Secretariat, African Development Bank and the United Nations recently held a senior-level meeting in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, to reaffirm their… Read more »
November 11
Africa: Climate Change Finance, Natural Capital Accounting By African Countries, Top African Development Bank Group's Agenda At Cop 29
The world's largest annual climate conference opens in Baku, Azerbaijan, on Monday, with African nations ramping up efforts to tackle climate change. At COP29, the African… Read more »
November 08
Africa: 2024 Kofi Annan Eminent Speakers Lecture - Irish President Calls for Urgent Action On Climate Crisis and Debt Reform to Support Africa's Development
In a powerful address during the 2024 Kofi Annan Eminent Speakers Lecture, President Michael D. Higgins of Ireland emphasized the urgent need for global collaboration to tackle the… Read more »
Chad: African Development Fund Provides Nearly $18 Million for Efforts to Stabilise the Lake Chad Basin
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group approved on 5 November a package of $17.97 million to Cameroon and Chad to bolster efforts to stabilise the Lake Chad… Read more »
November 07
East Africa: Web Story - East Africa Joins Other Regions, Launches Bold Plan to Tackle Widespread Child Malnutrition
In Africa, some 63 million children suffer from stunted growth, and another 13 million face other forms of malnutrition. In Asia, the crisis is even greater as global agricultural… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Leads Efforts to Amplify Africa's Climate Priorities At COP29 in Baku
What: African Development Bank Group to participate in COP29 Read more »
Africa: 24th Meeting of the African Water Facility Governing Council
What: 24th Meeting of the African Water Facility Governing Council Read more »
Cote d'Ivoire: Côte d'Ivoire - African Development Bank Grants Loan of Over €24 Million to Improve Fisheries and Aquaculture Sectors, Benefitting Some 700,000 People
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group approved a loan of €24.63 million to Côte d'Ivoire to boost the development of fisheries and aquaculture… Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Group to Host Virtual Ministerial Meeting On 'Measuring the Green Wealth of Nations - Natural Capital and Economic Productivity in Africa.'
When: 06 November 2024 (virtual) Read more »
Africa: African Development Bank Wins Prestigious Award for Its Innovative Adaptation Benefits Mechanism
The African Development Bank has been awarded the Special Jury Grand Prix at the inaugural Finance Your Cities (FYC) Innovation Awards for its groundbreaking Adaptation Benefits… Read more »
