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African Development Bank (Abidjan)
"We Are Stronger than Ever Before" - African Development Bank
In a major speech delivered on the 16th of February in Abidjan to the heads of the diplomatic missions and international organizations, the African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina shared what has been happening in the Bank. "We are stronger than ever before," said Adesina. "We have improved institutional efficiency, effectiveness and delivery." Referring to changes in senior management posiions, including Vice Presidents, at the Bank, he added that "60% of the new appointments... are women. This is a record in the history of Bank appointments." Read more. More about the AfDB in this BRIEFING.
African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina addressed heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited to Côte d’Ivoire, Abidjan, 16 February, 2017
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At the African Development Bank (AfDB), 2016 was a transformative year. It was a year of operational accomplishment and institutional renewal. A look back on the highlights. Read Read more »
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As the 8th elected President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) Akinwumi Adesina completes his first year in office, the facts on the ground speak for themselves. The new ... Read more »
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