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African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • Global and African Financial Experts Urge Action to Enhance Smallholder Farmer Financing (1)
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Global and African Financial Experts Urge Action to Enhance Smallholder Farmer Financing

The conference represents a pivotal step in mobilizing the billions needed annually to support Africa’s smallholder farmers, who make up some 80% of the continent’s farming population but control less than 5% of agricultural land

Leading global and African financial experts have issued a resounding call to align financial structures with the needs of smallholder farmers. Speaking at a two-day conference on financing Africa’s smallholder farmers in Nairobi, Kenya, the experts underscored the crucial role of government intervention in creating an enabling environment for financial…

West Africa Think Tank (WATHI)

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    • In the face of attacks of boorishness and malevolence, the fight for women's rights continues
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In the face of attacks of boorishness and malevolence, the fight for women's rights continues

In the current climate, where all forms of extremism are commonplace, where boorishness is tolerated, where the law of the strongest is celebrated, we must continue to explain why we must eliminate inequalities between men and women, while working intensively on "how we do it" and "with whom

In his column published on March 8, International Women's Rights Day, Gilles Yabi, founder and executive director of West Africa Think Tank (WATHI), (www.WATHI.org/) reminds us that the issue of women's rights, equal opportunities and equal rights between girls and boys, between men and women, is raised in much the…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • Africa’s Green Growth Agenda: Unlocking Opportunities for a Climate-Resilient Future
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Africa’s Green Growth Agenda: Unlocking Opportunities for a Climate-Resilient Future

By leveraging platforms like AGES, Africa can strengthen partnerships, unlock funding, and implement policies that drive a sustainable and resilient future

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) participated in the third edition of the Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) (https://apo-opa.co/4izmWCf) in Cape Town, South Africa, from 18 – 21 February, 2025. The annual Summit, hosted by the African Union, brought together policy makers, stakeholders, private sector and experts who discussed Africa’s…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • Dr. Akinwumi Adesina receives the prestigious honor of the Chief of the Order of Golden Heart from Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto (1)
    • Dr. Akinwumi Adesina receives the prestigious honor of the Chief of the Order of Golden Heart from Kenyan President Dr. William Samoei Ruto (2)
    • “I am proud of the journey we started together ten years ago; I can see its fruits. Kenyans can feel its benefits,” President Ruto told Adesina who was accompanied by his wife, Mrs Grace Yemisi Adesina
    • “Since I was elected President, the Bank has financed a total of 57 projects, with total financing commitment of $4.44 billion
    • “Dr Adesina transformed the African Development Bank into a globally recognized institution for financial innovation and development impact and under his leadership, the Bank’s general capital grew from $93 billion to $318 billion”
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Kenya’s President Ruto awards African Development Bank’s Adesina highest national honour

Dr Adesina becomes the 20th recipient of the honour that was established in 1967 and first awarded to Kenya’s founding father and former President, H.E. Jomo Kenyatta

“I am proud of the journey we started together ten years ago; I can see its fruits. Kenyans can feel its benefits,” President Ruto “What a great honour! What a rare privilege! What a historic recognition!” Adesina Kenya’s President H.E. William Samoei Ruto has conferred the country’s highest honour, Chief…

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)

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    • AFC welcomes the Union of Comoros as its 44th member, strengthening Africa’s infrastructure development
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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Broadens its Regional Footprint with Comoros Membership

AFC’s diverse membership spans all regions of Africa, reinforcing its role as a leading infrastructure solutions provider for Africa

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has welcomed the Union of Comoros as its 44th member country, reflecting continued support from more than three-quarters of Africa’s nations​. This membership provides a platform for Comoros to explore opportunities in advancing critical infrastructure in the country. Comoros’…

Mitrelli Group
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Mitrelli Committed to Accelerating Africa’s Economic Growth

As Africa cements its role as a key engine of global growth, Mitrelli is strengthening its commitment to Africa’s progress and has appointed Rodrigo Manso as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Africa is experiencing unprecedented economic momentum, attracting record levels of foreign investment and reshaping its economic trajectory. Infrastructure megaprojects like the Lobito Corridor are driving this transformation, supported by increasing global commitments to infrastructure, energy, technology and connectivity. By 2035, Africa is expected to have the world’s largest working-age population,…

Energy Capital & Power
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African Markets Digitalize Mining Licensing to Boost Investments

Zambia, South Africa, Tanzania, Rwanda and Nigeria are digitalizing mining licensing processes to unlock mineral wealth, set to be showcased at the upcoming African Mining Week

African countries rich in minerals are accelerating the digitalization of their mining licensing processes to attract investment and maximize resource exploitation for economic growth. As part of this push, Zambia launched its Zambia Integrated Mining Information System last month, aiming to streamline the awarding of licenses. The digital platform is…

GoDaddy
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.africa TLD Now Available on GoDaddy.com for Global Registrations

The .africa domain, synonymous with regional identity, offers businesses a strategic tool to localize their online presence

Registry Africa, the official operator of the .africa top-level domain (TLD), and GoDaddy (www.GoDaddy.com), a world leader in domain registration and web services, have announced that the .africa domain is available on www.GoDaddy.com. This will help increase Africa’s digital ecosystem while catering to the rising international demand for connectivity with…

Umrah and Ziyarah Forum

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    • City of Madinah to host forum with spotlight on elevating every step of the Umrah journey
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    • Event organisers Tahaluf to bring award winning organisational expertise to expand the forums reach
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Umrah and Ziyarah Forum Returns Under the Patronage of His Royal Highness (HRH) Prince Salman bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Governor of the Madinah Region

The Kingdom’s impressive milestone of welcoming over 14 million visitors to Madinah in 2023 underscores the growing importance of a seamless and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage experience

City of Madinah to host forum with spotlight on elevating ​every step of the ​​​​​ Umrah​ journey​​     ​  Presented by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the three-day event will welcome over 150 exhibitors and 25,000 visitors   Content sector focus includes technology, healthcare, airlines, mobility, and transport  Event organisers…

EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC)

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    • Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence (AI) B2B: Unlocking B2B Innovation and Opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire, Supported by the Netherlands Trust Fund V Ghana Tech Project
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Blockchain & Artificial Intelligence (AI) B2B: Unlocking B2B Innovation and Opportunities in Côte d'Ivoire, Supported by the Netherlands Trust Fund V Ghana Tech Project

With the support of Binance Africa, a leading player in the blockchain industry, the event will gain increased visibility and outreach

The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (www.EU-Africa-Chamber.org) is pleased to announce the Blockchain & AI B2B, taking place in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) on 8-9 April 2025, with the support of the International Trade Center (ITC) and the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the Netherlands Trust Fund V Ghana Tech Project. …

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