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The @AfDB_Group hosted 13 students and faculty of #Japan’s Sophia University at its headquarters in Abidjan on 11 September as part of the university’s ‘Learn from Africa’ overseas study programme. The initiative brings Japanese students to #Africa for direct contact with African institutions and communities.

Learn more about the project: https://t.co/IBErEHxWsD

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The @Groupe_AfDB, the @WorldBankGroup, and the @the_IDB are joining forces under the Project Implementation Units for Results (PIUneer) initiative to co-create a program to strengthen project implementation through common standards, peer learning, and emerging technologies.

➡️ https://t.co/xzqSxnmItx

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Nigeria’s construction sector continues to expand rapidly, but sustainable growth requires certified, skilled talent. 🛠️🇳🇬

Through the @AfDB_Group-supported FAST Programme, 572 young Nigerians in Abuja & Katsina have earned industry-recognised certifications across 6 key trades, including 94 women breaking boundaries in the sector.

Read more: https://t.co/KKwQ3O7IUE

#JobsForYouth #AfDBNigeria

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

The Maritime Corridor and Regional Trade Facilitation Project in #Comoros is set to position the island nation as a regional logistics hub.

The project, supported with $137 million from @AfDB_Group, will modernise ports, improve trade, and strengthen connectivity across the Indian Ocean.

Recap of the launch event: https://t.co/uJXjWbeUM0  #AfDBinComoros #BlueEconomy

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

The African Development Institute of the @AfDB_Group will host the third edition of the Public Finance Management Academy for Africa (PFMA) Spotlight Learning on Public Debt Management in Transition States with the theme, “Strengthening Capacity for Debt Transparency and Accountability in Africa's Transition States”, from 28 September – 02 October 2026 in Kigali, #Rwanda.

➡️ https://t.co/jSWvTXA10p

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

Women account for around 70% of #Senegal's agricultural workforce, yet fewer than 7% have secure access to land.

@AfDB_Group’s Chief Land Officer Maria Saguti Marealle explains why secure land rights are essential for advancing gender equality, strengthening food security, and building a more resilient future for Africa.

➡️ https://t.co/4lipCSjiXx #COP17

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

Did you know? The Republic of Guinea-Bissau became a member of @AfDB_Group in 1975.

On 24 September 2026, Guinea-Bissau celebrated its 53rd Independence Day. In 2025, the country recorded 5.0% real GDP growth, up from 4.1% in 2024.

Learn more about the #AfDBGroup investments in Guinea-Bissau: https://t.co/g5uDTx9Drc

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Did you know? Mali became a member of the @AfDB_Group in 1964.

On 22 September 2026, the country celebrated its 66th Independence Day.

In 2025, Mali’s economy strengthened, with real GDP growth reaching 5.6%, up from 5.0% in 2024.

Learn more about the #AfDBGroup investments in Mali: https://t.co/4MC0eJxynv

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

Nearly one billion Africans still lack access to #cleancooking, forcing many households to rely instead on wood, charcoal and other traditional biomass fuels to cook. This contributes to indoor air pollution, deforestation, and lost productivity.

At #UNGA81, @AfDB_Group Senior Vice President Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade, who represented President Sidi Ould Tah, said clean cooking could no longer be treated as a secondary issue in the energy transition.

➡️ https://t.co/JNBAHYJh4J

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

On 24 September 2026, the @AfDB_Group, @UNDP, @Google, @apoliticalco and partners launched a free #AI training programme at #UNGA81 in New York to help Africa’s public officials understand, use and lead with AI: https://t.co/CFAsC2o1mp

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

At #UNGA81, the @AfDB_Group reaffirmed its commitment to support strengthening peacebuilding and resilience across Africa through nationally owned prevention efforts, stronger institutions and innovative financing.

WATCH: https://t.co/8PQMhVdKkK #AfDBatUNGA

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

The African Development Bank and the @UN on Thursday signed a Letter of Intent on Strategic Cooperation on Peace and Resilience.

The partnership will focus on:

➡️ Joint analysis and knowledge sharing on conflict, fragility, and resilience

➡️ Innovative financing for peace-positive investments

➡️ Stronger coordination and advocacy at country, regional, and global levels

#AfDBatUNGA #UNGA81

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

At the launch of the Global Grids Accelerator at #UNGA81 in New York, Daniel Schroth, Director for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency at the @AfDB_Group underscored the importance of continued financing to strengthen Africa’s power grids and drive progress towards #Mission300.

WATCH a replay of the session: https://t.co/aQOVjZkg7q

READ more on the Global Grids Accelerator: https://t.co/JzqX7UNhw1 #AfDBatUNGA

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[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

In this issue of Integrate Africa Magazine, we spotlight transformative regional integration projects, including the Lobito Corridor, the Tanzania-Burundi Standard Gauge Railway, and the Lake Victoria #Maritime Project.

These strategic investments are accelerating connectivity, boosting trade and industrialisation, and laying the foundation for Africa’s economic sovereignty and shared prosperity.

Discover how the Bank invests in the infrastructure that unlocks intra-African trade: https://t.co/ZOW7iR36Tk

#WorldMaritimeDay #IntergrateAfrica

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

"Our objective is simple: to move young people from aspiration to employment, enterprise, and leadership." - @AfDB_Group Senior VP @ML_AkinOlugbade, representing @AfDBPresident Sidi Ould Tah at the #UNGA81 side event on the implementation of the Pact for the Future in Africa.

Adopted by @UN Member States in 2024, the Pact for the Future provides a framework for advancing financing for sustainable development, peace and security, digital cooperation, youth engagement. #AfDBatUNGA

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

#AfDBatUNGA: The @AfDB_Group and @theGCERF signed a Letter of Intent to establish a framework for closer cooperation, aligning community-led prevention efforts with development investment in fragile and conflict-affected settings across Africa: https://t.co/RqX16Iy1Kf #UNGA81

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

At #UNGA81, @AfDB_Group is joining global leaders for a high-level dialogue on clean cooking, helping drive greater investment, partnerships and action to expand access across Africa.

Through #Mission300, the Bank Group is supporting countries to advance universal energy access, including clean cooking through national energy compacts.

WATCH live at 15:00 (GMT-4): https://t.co/QjiTtadmOT #AfDBatUNGA

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

Representing @AfDBPresident Dr Sidi Ould Tah, Bank Group Senior VP @ML_AkinOlugbade met with President of #Comoros, @PR_AZALI on Sunday, 20th Sept on the sidelines of #UNGA81.

Akin-Olugbade reaffirmed @AfDB_Group's commitment to supporting the Comoros’ strategic priorities under the new 2026–2031 Country Strategy Paper (CSP). #AfDBatUNGA

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

#AfDBatUNGA: @AfDB_Group Senior VP @ML_AkinOlugbade joined global leaders at @GlobalAfricaBiz's #UnstopppableAfrica conference on Sunday 20 September for a panel discussion on Africa’s growth, transformation and opportunities.

WATCH: https://t.co/MxOQpmVfaO #UNG81