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African Development Bank appoints Simon Mizrahi Vice President for Technology and Corporate Services

Elwin Mandowa,
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 2023. Before his new appointment, Mizrahi—a seasoned senior executive with more than thirty years of experience in exercising strategic leadership on development operations and policies—served as Acting Vice President for the complex, doubling… Read More
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African Development Bank appoints Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade Vice President for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery

Elwin Mandowa,
African Development Bank appoints Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade Vice President for Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery | African Development Bank – Building today, a better Africa tomorrow /sites/default/files/advagg_js/js__2nu-f_-MK33dRIQaWIdLP84wUiGzIZwBgGaMto4f2kY__2pkqXjBO9pMF06nUvX11DkMECNCM7M-5Qm_bWm0bC9k__IeYgW2ZnliT9LFrgfNYwPt5FQPaBOClcZZeRCrpYkxI.js#ie9- /sites/default/files/advagg_js/js__2nu-f_-MK33dRIQaWIdLP84wUiGzIZwBgGaMto4f2kY__2pkqXjBO9pMF06nUvX11DkMECNCM7M-5Qm_bWm0bC9k__IeYgW2ZnliT9LFrgfNYwPt5FQPaBOClcZZeRCrpYkxI.js#ie10+ <!– //–><!—-> African Development Bank Group Read More
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Africa’s impact: US Vice President’s visit to Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia

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In late March 2023, the United States (US) Vice President Kamala Harris visited Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia to discuss, among other things, increasing investment between the US and African countries, the economic empowerment of women, girls and young businesspeople, digital inclusion and food security. On her arrival in Ghana in March 2023, Vice President Harris noted that she was “very… Read More
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From Chicago to Chorkor: US students travel to Ghana to teach and play chess

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With passports and chessboards in hand, six Chicago Public Schools (CPS) students have traveled 6,000 miles to Chorkor, a small fishing community in Accra, Ghana. There, they will teach and play chess and learn about local culture from the experts: Ghanaian students. Sponsored by a grant from the U.S. Embassy in Ghana, this trip is designed to promote cross-cultural understanding… Read More
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Le gouvernement béninois et la Banque africaine de développement initient au profit des acteurs de la chaîne de valeur textile une visite du parc…

Elwin Mandowa,
Le gouvernement béninois et la Banque africaine de développement initient au profit des acteurs de la chaîne de valeur textile une visite du parc textile de la zone Industrielle de Glo-Djigbé | African Development Bank – Building today, a better Africa tomorrow /sites/default/files/advagg_js/js__2nu-f_-MK33dRIQaWIdLP84wUiGzIZwBgGaMto4f2kY__2pkqXjBO9pMF06nUvX11DkMECNCM7M-5Qm_bWm0bC9k__IeYgW2ZnliT9LFrgfNYwPt5FQPaBOClcZZeRCrpYkxI.js#ie9- /sites/default/files/advagg_js/js__2nu-f_-MK33dRIQaWIdLP84wUiGzIZwBgGaMto4f2kY__2pkqXjBO9pMF06nUvX11DkMECNCM7M-5Qm_bWm0bC9k__IeYgW2ZnliT9LFrgfNYwPt5FQPaBOClcZZeRCrpYkxI.js#ie10+ <!– //–><!—-> African Development Bank Group Read More
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Eco Nubia: a model for reviving Egypt's heritage while preserving the environment

Elwin Mandowa,
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 protective goddess Isis, its bas-reliefs and murals make it an exquisite sanctuary in the country. Aboard his small motorboat, Ahmed Yehia sails serenely towards this treasure of Egyptian heritage, nestled… Read More
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Davido’s new album sets streaming record

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Apple Music has said that Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido has set a new record on the streaming platform with his latest album Timeless. It has had the most first-day streams ever for an African album, the music streaming service. .@davido is breaking global records. 🇳🇬 The Nigerian superstar’s #Timeless had the most first-day streams ever for an African album on… Read More
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Kenya prepares to launch its first earth observation satellite

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Kenya has said it would launch its first-ever earth observation satellite this month. The move is being described as a landmark achievement in the country. Kenya’s space exploration efforts would be taken to new heights when the Nation-1 or Taifa-1 in Swahili, launches next week. It is expected to be aboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Vandenberg Space Force… Read More
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Egypt: Benban, a model of clean energy production in Africa

Elwin Mandowa,
In the land of gold, near Aswan, the jewel of the Nile, lies one of the largest solar parks in the world: Benban. This is no coincidence: located between latitudes 22 and 31.5 north, Egypt has among the highest solar energy potential of any country worldwide. The Benban park extends over an area of 37 square kilometres near the “desert… Read More
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Egypt: the Abu Rawash wastewater treatment plant, a model of sustainable development

Elwin Mandowa,
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 wastewater treatment plants, a model of environmental sustainability in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Pakinam Mohamed has a degree in civil engineering from Ain Shams University… Read More