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Public procurement in Mauritius shows progress, but room remains for improvement — African Development Bank assessment

Mauritius has made critical strides in its public procurement system, but additional reforms are needed, according to an assessment report the African Development Bank released to the government on Tuesday. African Development Bank Director of Fiduciary Services and Inspection, Frank Mvula, said that following presentation of the report, the next step  should be the development of a detailed action plan… Read More
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Dakar Financing Summit: African Development Bank is lead financier of PIDA infrastructure projects

The African Development Bank has provided over 50% of financing secured by infrastructure projects under the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA), making it the lead financier of this strategic pan-African initiative. Over 17 flagship infrastructure projects were showcased at the Dakar Financing Summit 2 (DFS2) which concluded on 3 February in the Senegalese capital. Under PIDA, the bank… Read More
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AfricaGoGreen Fund closes $47M in new equity investments to advance climate resilience in Africa

The AfricaGoGreen Fund (AGGF) has made headlines today with the announcement of its successful second fundraising close, securing $47 million in combined investments from top financial organizations, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Nordic Development Fund (NDF), and the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA). The funding will allow AGGF to broaden its financing… Read More
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Seminar: Business opportunities for private sector development and financing in Côte d’Ivoire

What?    Seminar on business opportunities for private sector development and financing in Côte d’Ivoire Who?  African Development Bank and the Government of Côte d’Ivoire When?  Thursday 23 February 2023, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Where?  Azalaï Hotel in Abidjan (by invitation only) The African Development Bank Group and the government of Cote d’Ivoire will hold a seminar on… Read More
Africa Investments 

Driving Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development In Africa

What: High-Level Event on Key Actions to Drive Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in Africa When: 17 February 2023 | 10.30 AM EAT. Where: African Union Commission, Medium Conference Hall, and online Who: African leaders, including: H.E. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson, African Union Commission H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga, African Union Commissioner,… Read More
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Nigeria: President Buhari extends use of old naira notes amid shortages

Buhari said that the old 500 and 1,000 naira notes could only be exchanged at the central bank and other designated places. But the 200 naira will remain in use for the next two months. – Advertisement – The central bank wanted the note swap initiative to curb cash in circulation and control double-digit inflation. But the International Monetary Fund… Read More
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Madagascar: African Development Fund's agriculture rehabilitation project boosts farmers' income

In Madagascar, the South-West Region Agricultural Infrastructure Rehabilitation Project, funded by the African Development Bank Group, has provided a new boost to agriculture, resulting in enhanced farmers’ incomes, according to the project completion report published on 11 January 2023. The project recorded significant achievements: increased production, rehabilitated lowlands, strengthened value chains, and others. The African Development Fund, the concessional lending window… Read More
Africa Investments 

La Banque africaine de développement injecte 10,5 millions de dollars dans le Fonds Tide Africa pour développer les startups en Afrique

La prise de participation au fonds TIDE Africa permettra d’appuyer la chaîne de valeur du financement par capital-risque, en particulier les startups en phase de pré-amorçage et d’amorçage Financement Date d’approbation : 25 janvier 2023 Nom du projet : Fonds Tide Africa II de TLCOM Montant : Prise de participation de 10,5 millions de dollars américains de la Banque africaine de développement Objectifs… Read More
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Presentation of Africa’s Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook

What: Presentation of Africa’s Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook report Who:  H.E Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia; H.E. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson, African Union Commission; and Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, African Development Bank Group President b When: Friday, 17 February 2023. 8:00 AM EAT (GMT+3) Where: African Union Commission, Medium Conference Hall, and online The African Development Bank and… Read More
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21st International Congress of the African Water Association (AfWA) and 7th Faecal Sludge Management Conference

What:     Invitation to the African Development Bank’s side events at the 21st International Congress of the African Water Association (AfWA) and 7th Faecal Sludge Management Conference                            Who:      African Development Bank When:    19-23 February 2023 Where:   Sofitel Hotel – Abidjan, and online The African… Read More