Archive: MCC DCEO Chidi Blyden

Deputy CEO of MCC.

The archived tweets of Chidi Blyden, DCEO of Millennium Challenge Corporation from February 16, 2022 to January 20, 2025.

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

🚨 MCC’s updated scorecards are live!
With the passage of the MCC Candidate Country Reform Act, 33 new countries have been added to our income pool.

➡️ Explore how countries are leveraging this critical tool: https://t.co/3qIdMvTMWA

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

MCC and the Government of Mauritania 🇲🇷 signed a $27M threshold program. This partnership will support Mauritania’s goal of universal access to electricity by 2030, build energy management capacity, and advance environmental sustainability.

Learn more: https://t.co/Mawh6qLXHL

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

As part of the National Defense Authorization Act, President Biden signed the MCC Candidate Country Reform Act into law, expanding our candidate country pool to 33 additional countries. This legislation strengthens our mission to reduce poverty through economic growth.

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

Healthy soils are vital for agriculture, food security, and community resilience. MCC partners with countries to improve soil health and productivity, supporting millions of livelihoods.

This #WorldSoilDay, let’s celebrate the power of healthy soils for a sustainable planet!

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Excited to represent @MCCgov at the @WACAmerica conference where we showcased 20 years of transformative results. We continue to lead with innovative, country-led strategies that prioritize economic growth and development, meeting today’s complex global challenges head-on.

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

🚨MCC’s FY25 Country Scorecards are out now! Of the 76 countries evaluated, 26 passed, highlighting progress in good governance, economic freedom, and investing in people.

➡️See how scorecards drive reforms & explore your country’s score: https://t.co/3qIdMvUkM8

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

This International #DayoftheGirl, we celebrate girls' vision for the future! MCC is committed to empowering adolescent girls by tackling educational barriers, gender-based violence, and promoting access to opportunities.

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Excited to speak on the Unlocking Africa’s Potential panel with @devex at #UNGA79. @MCCgov is committed to driving economic transformation through strategic investments and policy reforms that empower Africa to compete in global markets.

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Proud to witness @MCCgov signing the Sierra Leone Compact today! This new $480 million grant will provide affordable and reliable electricity, empowering communities and creating a more prosperous Sierra Leone. A more energy-secure #Salone means a more secure West Africa region.

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

Today, @MCC_CEO Alice Albright & Sierra Leone Minister of Finance Sheku Bangura signed a $480 million compact designed to help millions of people gain access to affordable & reliable electricity.

Learn more: https://t.co/JDMv8lR5VW

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Grateful to Rep. @IlhanMN for the invitation to represent @MCCgov at the Our Africa, Our Future panel during the #ALC53. Insightful conversations along
@PowerAfricaUS, @DFCgov on Africa's path to sustainable development, and how MCC is fueling growth in the region.
@CBCFInc

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

@MCC_DCEO Chidi Blyden welcomed over 40 @PIFgov Fellows to MCC! The PIF program unites the nation’s brightest minds with federal agencies to drive innovation and digital transformation.

Stay tuned for 2025 applications opening late summer 2024! #DigitalInclusion #MCC20
@USGSA

[Global Africa Business Initiative @GlobalAfricaBiz]

We're excited to announce that Chidi Blyden, Deputy Chief Executive Officer, @MCCgov, will be a distinguished speaker at our flagship Unstoppable Africa event.

Register to attend the event virtually: https://t.co/b3RRd7hL5h

#GABI2024 #UnstoppableAfrica #AfricaRising UN @globalcompact @MCC_DCEO

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

💬 Join our @MCC_DCEO Blyden this morning with @RepGwenMoore at the @USGLC Town Hall.

👉 Don't miss it! Watch here: https://t.co/zbCv4rGfi5

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

‼️ Attention all stakeholders ‼️
We need your expertise on MCC’s approach to country ownership. Your input is essential in shaping how we will continue to collaborate with partner countries to implement sustainable programs.

💬 Share your thoughts 👉🔗 https://t.co/v3ewXmkVla

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Excited to attend the #AGOAForum, highlighting @MCCgov’s commitment to strengthening US-Africa trade ties. MCC’s model through our compacts is supporting critical infrastructure and driving sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. #MCC20

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Insightful panel discussion at the @WorldBank today on Empowering Women for Leadership—a key aspect of @MCCgov's mission in partner countries.

Glad to share my experience alongside British Robinson @ProsperAfricaUS, @_AnabelG, and @MamtaMurthi.

#MCC20

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

Thanks to @RepMcCaul, Ranking Member @RepGregoryMeeks, Reps. @JoaquinCastrotx and @RepYoungKim, as well as the @HouseForeign and @HouseForeignGOP Committee for favorably marking up H.R.3042 —the MCC Candidate Country Reform Act—today. 

#MCC20 #MCCEffect

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

🚀 Exciting news from @MCCgov! Today, the MCC Board approved $125M for education & energy in Belize 🇧🇿 and $480M for energy in Sierra Leone 🇸🇱. These investments will drive economic growth, reduce poverty, and promote democracy.

Learn more: https://t.co/IS8UpH8jS2

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

VP Cameron Alford met with Minister of State Abdoulaye Bio Tchané @abtofficiel to celebrate MCC’s partnership with Benin. The partnership aims to improve 77 km of roadway, facilitating efficient transport of goods through the Port of Cotonou and into the West Africa region.

[Millennium Challenge Corporation @MCCgov]

@POTUS, alongside other G7 Leaders, announced historic progress made on his commitment to @US_PGI. To date, the United States has mobilized more than $60 billion towards PGI investments.

Learn how @MCCgov is contributing to these efforts: https://t.co/s1WIjvAiva