Africa: Africa Knowledge Exchange Shares Perspectives On Protecting Forests, Fostering Climate Resilience and Empowering Communities

In March 2023, the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), the Government of Côte d'Ivoire, and the African Development Bank Group held a four-day event to share knowledge from 15… Read more »

Africa: Business Event - Japan-Africa Investment Ecosystem Co-Creation Forum

WHO: African Development Bank, KEIZAI DOYUKAI, United Nations Development Program Read more »

Africa: African Development Bank, European Union, and France Invest $300 Million in Tanzania's Hydropower Project

Kakono Hydropower Project to serve four million inhabitants and spur economic activity in the Kagera Region of Tanzania Read more »

Burundi: Burundi - African Development Bank Approves Trade Finance Transaction Guarantee Facility to Banque Commerciale Du Burundi (Bancobu)

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a trade finance transaction guarantee facility to Banque Commerciale Du Burundi (Bancobu). Leveraging… Read more »

Africa: African Development Bank Group 2023 Annual Meetings to Underscore Resource Mobilization for Climate Change

In just over a month, African Development Bank Group governors will come together in Egypt to find ways to mobilize the robust private investment Africa needs to meet its urgent… Read more »

Mauritania: Mauritanian Waste Collection Company Transforms Into a Profitable Venture From Nothing

Growing up in a humble neighborhood outside Nouakchott, the capital of Mauritania, Lehbib Mohamed El Kory was like many youth in town wasn't expecting much from life. But he… Read more »

Africa: Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism Governing Council to Support Entity's Resources Mobilization Efforts

The Africa Fertilizer Financing Mechanism's (AFFM) Governing Council committed to to mobilize funds to implement the AFFM's Strategic Plan 2022 - 2028 to support the increased… Read more »

Burundi: Burundi to Receive Support From the African Development Bank Group in Key Development Sectors

The African Development Bank Group will mobilise close to $4 million to help Burundi urgently procure over 3,000 tons of fertilizer over the upcoming agricultural season. The… Read more »

Egypt: Egyptian Leader Lauds African Development Bank for Supporting Continent Through Tough Times

The President of the Arab Republic of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has commended the work of the African Development Bank Group in helping the continent to deal with the impact of… Read more »

Morocco: Morocco - At Fez-Saïss Airport, Destinies Cross, Careers Take Flight

Two destinies crossed. Two women's paths. Read more »

Africa: Kumulus Technology - Creating Water From Thin Air

One morning, while on a trip with friends in the Tunisian desert, Iheb Triki witnessed a rare sight. When he woke up, he noticed that their tents were covered with dew. Read more »

West Africa: West African Monetary Institute to Receive $8 Million From African Development Fund to Support Enhanced Banking Identification and Financial Sector Efficiency in the West African Monetary Zone

The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has approved $8 million in funding toward the establishment of a digitally interoperable unique bank identification system… Read more »

Somalia: Bank-Funded Water and Sanitation Project Improving Livelihood in Somaliland

On March 22 as the global community marked World Water Day, residents of a small town in Somaliland also had reason to celebrate. Read more »

Eritrea: Eritrea - The African Development Bank Board Approves U.S.$49.92 Million to Build a 30 Mw Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant in Dekemhare

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Africa: Hear From Women Smallholder Farmers About How Digital Microinsurance, Together With Digital Agronomy Tips Can Help Them Mitigate Against Climatic and Other Risks to Their Crops.

"We are very happy knowing that whenever we face disasters, there is insurance to help us." Read more »

Africa: African Development Bank Business Opportunities Seminar - First Edition 2023

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Africa: African Development Bank Appoints Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade Vice President for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery

The African Development Bank has appointed Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade, a Cameroonian national, Vice President for its Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery… Read more »

Africa: African Development Bank Appoints Professor Kevin Chika Urama Chief Economist and Vice President for Economic Governance and Knowledge Management

The African Development Bank has appointed Professor Kevin Chika Urama as Chief Economist and Vice President for the Bank's Economic Governance and Knowledge Management complex.… Read more »

Africa: African Development Bank Appoints Simon Mizrahi Vice President for Technology and Corporate Services

The African Development Bank has appointed Simon Mizrahi, a British national, Vice President for its Technology and Corporate Services Complex, with effect from the 1st of April… Read more »

Africa: Eco Nubia - A Model for Reviving Egypt's Heritage While Preserving the Environment

Located within a short distance from the famous Aswan Dam, the Temple of Philae, on the islet of Aguilkya, immerses visitors in the history of ancient Egypt. Dedicated to the… Read more »

Zimbabwe: African Development Bank Facilitates 3rd Structured Dialogue Platform Meeting in Harare On Zimbabwe Arrears Clearance and Debt Resolution Process

Zimbabwe moved closer to resolving its debt issues last week as it hosted the third debt and arrears clearance structured dialogue platform meeting with development partners and… Read more »

Africa: Egypt - the Abu Rawash Wastewater Treatment Plant, a Model of Sustainable Development

Eight kilometers northwest of the Pyramids of Giza, the western bank of the Nile is home to the archaeological site of Abu Rawash. Just nearby is one of the world's largest… Read more »

Africa: Transform Political Commitment to Action to Achieve Nutrition Targets in Africa, Nutrition Champion Urges

African Union and development partners underline importance of financing nutrition as a pillar to accelerate and sustain socioeconomic development and prosperity Read more »

São Tomé and Príncipe: Sao Tome and Principe - African Development Bank Signs $3.2 Million Loan Agreement for Upgrade of National Switch Payment System

The African Development Bank Group and the government of Sao Tome and Principe have signed a $3.2 million loan agreement to upgrade the country's National Switch payment system… Read more »

Ghana: Ghana - African Development Bank and Cif Enhance Gender-Responsive Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Capacity in Forestry Sector

The African Development Bank and Climate Investment Funds (CIF) held a three-day workshop to enhance in-country gender-responsive monitoring, evaluation and reporting capacity in… Read more »