Development Reimagined™

An independent, award-winning African-led international #development consultancy, with strong expertise on #Africa-#China advice/support.

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

Mom! Dad! We’re in VOGUE! Beautiful coverage by ⁦@VogueIta⁩ ⁦@sennait⁩ of our #africareimagined showroom and show, plus the incredible concepts behind the new collections our brands/designers brought to Shanghai Fashion Week 2025. #proud https://t.co/4CKL1dRGFD

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Earlier today, our Beijing team joined the consultation of the Future of Development Cooperation Coalition, co-hosted by @AcetforAfrica and @CGDev , contributing perspectives on how international development cooperation can evolve in response to shifting geopolitical, climate and demographic realities.

An important discussion on the future of development cooperation and Africa’s role within it.

#DevelopmentCooperation #GlobalDevelopment

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

As the week winds down, here’s a reading recommendation.
War in Iran, crisis in Africa?
Not necessarily.
Our experts @rugrat001 and Samiha Chowdhury explore the risks, opportunities, and often-overlooked implications of the conflict for African economies.

Worth a read: https://t.co/D6kiU8GI1i
#Africa #Trade #Geopolitics #GlobalEconomy

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Who speaks for borrowing countries when the rules of global debt governance are being shaped?

📢 Our CEO, @hmryder, will join African finance ministers and senior policymakers at the @_AfricanUnion Commission’s Fridays of the Commission session on “The Borrowers’ Platform: Strengthening Africa’s Voice in Global Debt Governance and Development Finance.”

The discussion will explore how borrowing countries can strengthen coordination, technical capacity and collective engagement in shaping global debt reforms.

📅 5 June 2026
⏰ 15:00–18:00 EAT
💻 Virtual

Register: https://t.co/lsDs7es0z7

Ahead of the discussion, explore our work on the Borrowers Club: https://t.co/WvIbrLHS6z

#DebtGovernance #DevelopmentFinance #Africa

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What will it take for Africa to benefit from shifting global trade patterns?

In @ChinaDaily , our Policy Analyst, @OvigweEguegu argues that greater market access must be matched by stronger manufacturing industries, increased intra-African trade and policies that support value addition across the continent.
Read more:https://t.co/XjrbEIO83h

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The conversation on Africa-China relations often focuses on what China is building, financing and selling in Africa.

On the Frontier Matters podcast, our CEO @hmryder explores another important dimension: how African businesses can sell more to China and build stronger manufacturing industries at home.

Listen to the full episode: https://t.co/uTeQJFys50

#AfricaChina #ChinaAfrica #Trade #Manufacturing

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

As conversations around risk, debt and global finance dominate headlines, it's worth asking: who pays the price when credit rating agencies disagree?

Our Report, 'The Africa Disagreement Tax' explores how rating divergences increase borrowing costs for African multilateral financial institutions, including Afreximbank, Africa Finance Corporation and Trade and Development Bank.

Read the report here: https://t.co/YdpKk0lNvG

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Are African development banks being unfairly penalised by global credit rating methodologies?

In a new submission to Moody’s, DR argues that current rating frameworks apply commercial banking assumptions to African-led development banks, overstating risk and potentially increasing the cost of financing development across the continent.

Read our full response and join the conversation:
https://t.co/5YfCr4PVaV

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Africa’s development ambitions cannot be financed through traditional borrowing alone.

Our recent infographic explores how innovative financing instruments can diversify sources of capital and unlock new pathways for investment, alongside the policy actions needed to realise their full potential.

Explore the infographic: https://t.co/p8UWk9qRq6

#DevelopmentFinance #InnovativeFinance

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Our Beijing team earlier in the week joined the Africa Day Gala Dinner and had the opportunity to share a light moment with the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps, HE Martin Mpana and members of the African diplomatic community.

As we reflect on this year's Africa Day theme, "63 Years of Unity, Integration and Development," the evening was a reminder of the value of connection, collaboration and a shared vision for Africa's future.

#AfricaDay #AfricaDay2026

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

Our Research Intern, @gabriella_56558, has just published a new article in @Diplomat_APAC exploring what the recent #Trump-Xi summit means for Africa.

She argues that while the easing of #US-China tensions may have bought the world some time, African countries should use this moment to strengthen their own resilience through greater fiscal space, renewable energy investment, industrialisation and stronger African financial institutions.

Read the full article: https://t.co/JjF3U3Q53W

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As conversations around Africa’s cost of capital and global financial reform continue to grow, our recent report explores how rating differences between Fitch, Moody’s and S&P may be driving higher borrowing costs for African multilateral financial institutions.

The findings raise important questions around credit rating transparency and the financial cost of rating disagreements for African institutions.

Read the full report: https://t.co/o0Ek3VhwBb

#DevelopmentFinance #GlobalFinance

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“Policy made in China and the United States echoes around the world. Naturally, analysts worldwide were watching the Trump-Xi summit with keen interest. Beyond the pomp and circumstance, how did these talks really play out?”
https://t.co/wg6NSzr7tU

[Hannah Wanjie Ryder (芮 婉 洁) @hmryder]

This is the first time the #African Ambassadors Group in Beijing have organised such an open public event for #Africaday - kudos to @DrHodanOsman for the initiative and drive - our pleasure and honour to have supported! #africareimagined

[African Business @AfricanBizMag]

As leaders gather in Brazzaville, attention is turning to the AfDB’s next direction under Sidi Ould Tah.

Could the bank be preparing for a far more ambitious role across Africa?

⬇️ Read the full analysis below.

[African Development Bank Group @AfDB_Group]

#AfDBAM2026: Congo’s President @SassouNGuesso_ announced visa-free access for all Africans on #AfricaDay 2026 and urged further action to deepen unity across Africa. His announcement at the @AfDB_Group Annual Meetings in #Brazzaville, marks another major step forward for continental integration.

More from the #AfricaDay2026 session: https://t.co/dLcvoWhgm9

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

Members of the DR Beijing team attended the Africa Cultural Festival in Beijing celebrating Africa Day through music, dance, cultural exhibitions and community.

From African drum sessions to traditional performances, the festival brought together Africans and friends of Africa in a vibrant celebration of culture and connection 🌍
#AfricaDay2026 #AfricaDay

[Development Reimagined™ @DevReimagined]

63 years later, the vision of a united, prosperous and self-determined Africa continues to evolve through the work, resilience and ambitions of Africans everywhere.

This Africa Day, members of the DR team reflect on unity, freedom, dignity and the future of the continent.

Happy Africa Day 2026! 🌍

#AfricaDay2026 #AfricaDay #Agenda2063

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As the @AfDB_Group Annual Meetings begin today, conversations around how Africa finances its development priorities are once again taking centre stage.
Our new infographic explores how innovative financing instruments like Panda, Samurai, Sukuk, Masala and Diaspora bonds could help African countries diversify beyond costly Eurobond dependence.
Explore the infographic here: https://t.co/wMsNdc7Ydu
#AfDBAM2026 #DevelopmentFinance

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Ahead of the @AfDB_Group Annual Meetings, one thing is clear:

Africa’s financing future cannot rely on one instrument alone.

Diversification matters.

Read the full infographic here:
https://t.co/gwEvrmONSG

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Africa cannot finance Agenda 2063 and the SDGs using expensive debt alone.

Since 1997, 21 African countries have borrowed over US$150bn through Eurobonds but at what cost? 🧵
https://t.co/gwEvrmONSG

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Innovative financing is not a silver bullet.

But if structured strategically, it could help African countries borrow on terms that better support development, industrialisation and economic transformation.