The @AfDB_Group has joined partners to launch the $60 million Global Electronics Management (GEM) Programme, a global initiative to advance the circular economy for electronics across 16 countries, including nine in #Africa.
➡️ https://t.co/BgkGspIWrd
The @AfDB_Group and @KeEquityBank have signed a $60 million Trade Finance Guarantee Facility to help SMEs and local corporates access financing, expand trade and compete across African and global markets.
➡️ https://t.co/PHHEmGApob
The @AfDB_Group is taking part in the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (#CBDCOP17), being held in Yerevan, Armenia, from 19 to 30 October 2026.
Here are some of the sessions we’re participating in this week:
🟢 28 Oct, 10:00-11:00 (GMT+4): Launch of MDB Briefing Note: Identifying Opportunities to Support Biodiversity Objectives Through MDB Operations
🟢 29 Oct, 17:00-18:15 (GMT+4): Mobilising partners for the International Marine Protected Areas Congress: Advancing marine and coastal biodiversity conservation under the Convention on Biological Diversity framework
More details: https://t.co/IlRYkYRFmH
The @AfDB_Group and #Tanzania have seen significant improvements in the performance of their joint project portfolio. The Tanzania 2026 Country Portfolio Performance Review (CPPR) workshop found that projects flagged as being at risk fell from over 40% in March 2026 to 26% in September 2026.
Read more: https://t.co/Hpnts4bPTf
On the auspicious occasion of the National Day of the Republic of #Austria, the African Development Bank Group extends its warmest congratulations and highest esteem to the Government and the people of #Austria.
On the occasion of the 62nd Independence Day of the Republic of Zambia, the African Development Bank Group extends its warmest congratulations to the Government and people of #Zambia.
The @AfDB_Group will champion domestic capital mobilisation at the Africa Financial Summit 2026, to be held in Luanda, #Angola, on 3 and 4 November 2026. Details on #AFIS2026: https://t.co/Bcs5lgqBG8
From 28 September to 2 October, @AfDB_Group convened 150 public finance stakeholders in Kigali, #Rwanda to tackle debt management challenges, share country experiences and explore practical solutions to strengthen debt transparency.
Read more: https://t.co/KNE4ebx3cu
As #Nigeria’s construction sector grows, skilled workers are in demand. A $1M @AfDB_Group grant is supporting the Family Homes Artisans Skills Training Programme, which has trained 572 young Nigerians with skills and pathways to employment: https://t.co/JMLWFQWGrg #AfDBinNigeria
The @AfDB_Group and @WHO have concluded a supervision mission for the $55M Sudan Health Emergency and Infrastructure Project (SHEIP). The project will support over 21 million people requiring health assistance in Khartoum.
➡️ https://t.co/mouoUB5YZ9 #AfDBinSudan
On Thursday, 22 October, the @AfDB_Group approved a $487 million package to advance economic reforms, strengthen climate resilience and support more inclusive growth in #Morocco.
Details: https://t.co/EkzHt6SG2R #AfDBinMorocco 🇲🇦
Strengthening institutional partnerships remains essential to advancing #AfCFTA implementation and expanding opportunities for intra-African trade.
H.E. @MeneWamkele, Secretary-General, met with Dr @JoyKategekwa , Director of the Regional Integration Coordination Office at the African Development Bank Group (@AfDB_Group ), to discuss ongoing cooperation in support of the #AfCFTA.
The discussions focused on regional integration, private sector development, regional value chains and opportunities to strengthen support to Member States.
The meeting also reviewed progress under the Bank’s support to the Secretariat and priorities for the next phase of cooperation, reaffirming a shared commitment to Africa’s industrialisation, competitiveness and economic transformation.
#AfCFTA #CreatingOneAfricanMarket
Attending #CBDCOP17 on 22 October?
Join @AfDB_Group for Unlocking Africa’s Nature-Positive Bioeconomy as we explore how blended finance can scale innovation, sustainable value chains, & nature-positive growth across Africa
📍 MDB Pavilion
🕔 17:00-18:15
🔗https://t.co/zcXe59zin9
TODAY: 11th edition of the Africa Energy Market Place (#AEMP2026) in Kampala, #Uganda: https://t.co/Hvpzj4zypW
▶️ LIVESTREAM: https://t.co/UJYb1CXXSy
#PoweringAfrica#Mission300
Africa’s natural capital is valued at $7.6 trillion, and the continent is home to about 25% of global biodiversity. Yet, this wealth remains underfinanced and faces growing pressure from deforestation and biodiversity loss.
@AfDB_Group’s Al-Hamndou Dorsouma calls for greater investment to turn biodiversity commitments into nature-positive growth: https://t.co/JlEvE5MOXf #CBDCOP17
To mark #EthicsDay2026 on 6 October 2026, @AfDB_Group staff explored how to navigate outside activities, manage conflicts of interest, and safeguard institutional resources and the Bank Group's reputation.
From 21 to 22 October 2026, the @AfDB_Group and the Government of #Uganda’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development will convene the 11th edition of the Africa Energy Market Place (#AEMP2026) in Kampala.
LIVESTREAM: https://t.co/flb9otffjd
#PoweringAfrica#Mission300
The @AfDB_Group and Denmark have signed a new agreement to deepen cooperation on green investment, private capital mobilisation, climate resilience, water security and job creation across #Africa.
Learn more about the partnership: https://t.co/iuhYXTSOFu
At #CBDCOP17 in Armenia, the @AfDB_Group is championing biodiversity finance, ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions to help African countries turn commitments into action.
Here’s the Bank Group programme at #CBDCOP17: https://t.co/MoREzI5AnM