African Development Bank approves new water policy for the continent
The AfDB has approved a new policy on water, prioritizing water security and the transformation of water assets.
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Special-Agro Industrial Processing Zones scheme set to launch in 7 states – Vice President
The first phase, set to kick off soon, will involve 7 states: Ogun, Oyo, Imo, Cross River, Kano, Kaduna, Kwara, ...
Buhari approves Oyebode Oyetunde as Executive Director for Nigeria at the AfDB
President Buhari has approved the appointment of Dr. Oyebode Oyetunde as Executive Director for Nigeria at the AfDB in Abidjan, ...
39 million Africans could possibly slip into extreme poverty this year – AfDB warns
The AfDB has warned that an estimated 39 million Africans could possibly slip into extreme poverty this year.
AfDB named World’s Best Multilateral Financial Institution 2021
Sequel to a run of impressive and transformative journey, AfDB has been named 2021 World Best Multilateral Financial Institution by ...
AfDB signs $400k grant with SEC to strengthen securities market regulation
The AfDB has signed a $400, 000 grant with Nigeria's SEC to strengthen securities market regulation.
AfDB and Japan sign $668.1 million loan agreement
Japan and the AfDB have signed a loan agreement to support the African Development Fund.
Africa accounts for only 6% of global energy demand – AfDB
The AfDB has decried Africa's lack of access to electricity and says it will keep increasing due to the COVID-19.
AfDB appoints Ifedayo Orimoloye as Group Chief Risk Officer
Mr. Ifedayo Orimoloye has been appointed by the African Development Bank as Group Chief Risk Officer.
AfDB collaborates with African Guarantee Fund to support women entrepreneurs with $2 billion loans
AfDB's AFAWA, African Guarantee Fund, partner to unlock $1.3 - $2 billion in loans to women entrepreneurs in Africa.
