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In Egypt, Banlastic is a social enterprise full of green fibre

Elwin Mandowa,
“Plastic bags are useful on average for five minutes … and have a lifespan of 400 years,” says Ahmed Yassin. Wherever you go in the world, these bags are damaging the environment, especially marine biodiversity. Ahmed and two of his friends are from the Egyptian port city of Alexandria. They decided to take action to help achieve the 2030 Sustainable… Read More
Africa Investments 

Digital technologies key to inclusive growth in Africa – African Union Commissioner

Elwin Mandowa,
Digital technologies could offer Africa a great chance to unlock new pathways for rapid, inclusive economic growth and job creation, according to Ambassador Albert Muchanga, the African Union’s Commissioner for Economic Development, Trade, Tourism, Industry and Minerals. In an address to the recent 55th Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Muchanga said the continent needed to… Read More
Africa Business World 

Near Blockchain Operating System is Now Live

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NEAR Protocol, the open-source and climate-neutral blockchain, has officially gone live as a Blockchain Operating System (BOS), which makes Web3 usable for all. BOS is  a revolutionary, industry-first category, that establishes the NEAR Protocol as the entry point for browsing and discovering apps and experiences that are compatible with any blockchain. The BOS removes one of the main challenges of… Read More
Africa Investments 

Madagascar: African Risk Capacity Group-African Development Bank partnership issues $1.5 million insurance pay-out for Tropical Cyclone Freddy…

Elwin Mandowa,
Madagascar: African Risk Capacity Group-African Development Bank partnership issues $1.5 million insurance pay-out for Tropical Cyclone Freddy recovery efforts | 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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African Development Bank-supported Cameroonian start-up provides low-cost greenhouses, sustainable solutions to boost livelihoods

Elwin Mandowa,
African Development Bank-supported Cameroonian start-up provides low-cost greenhouses, sustainable solutions to boost livelihoods | 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 Development Bank’s Africa Climate Change Fund dialogues with Global Affairs Canada delegation

Elwin Mandowa,
The Director of the African Development Bank’s Climate Change and Green Growth Department, Prof. Anthony Nyong, on 25 April in Abidjan, received a delegation from Global Affairs Canada’s Cooperation for Pan-African and Regional Development Program in Cote D’Ivoire. The delegation, led by Mrs. Lara Bremner, Head of the Program, was in Abidjan as part of its engagement with key Pan-African… Read More
Development Health Advice 

Health systems show first major signs of post-COVID-19 recovery

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“It is welcome news that health systems in the majority of countries are starting to restore essential health services for millions of people who missed them during the pandemic,” said Dr. Rudi Eggers, director for integrated health services at the World Health Organization (WHO). “But, we need to ensure that all countries continue to close this gap to recover health… Read More
Development Health Advice 

Countries urged to take more action against chemical pollution

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Over the course of two weeks of meetings, countries are expected to make progress on adding new so-called “forever chemicals” to the list of toxic substances to be banned or restricted under the Stockholm Convention – the global treaty protecting human health and the environment from long-lasting chemical pollution. They will also seek ways to further regulate the use of… Read More
Africa Investments 

Be God’s Instrument of Change – Commencement Address to the Class of 2023 Calvin University, Michigan, USA By Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina President…

Elwin Mandowa,
Be God’s Instrument of Change – Commencement Address to the Class of 2023 Calvin University, Michigan, USA By Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina President African Development Bank Group, 29 April 2023 | 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
Africa Investments 

Policy Dialogue: Asia-Africa Cooperation on Natural Gas

Elwin Mandowa,
What: Policy Dialogue on presenting a new vision for Asia-Africa Cooperation on Natural Gas. Who: African Development Bank Group When: Tuesday, 16 May 2023; 8:00-10:00 AM GMT | 13:30-15:30 PM (India Standard Time) | 16:00-18:00 PM (China Standard Time) | 17:00-19:00 PM (Japan/Korea Standard Time) Where: Virtual (Click here to register) The African Development Bank’s Asia External Representation Office (PEXT)… Read More
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