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African Development Bank refutes claims that it plans to provide financial support to the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project

ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire – The African Development Bank has become aware of an inaccurate news article stating that the institution plans to provide financial support to the East African Crude.

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5 Reasons Why African Businesses should not be on Pause

By Ken Giami The whole world may seem to be on Pause and lockdown following the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on people and businesses. Still, African entrepreneurs, businesses and.

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African Development Bank wins’ industry gong for pioneering 2019 social bond issue

This Environmental Finance 2020 bond award was given by an independent panel comprising 30 of the world’s largest green, social and sustainability bond investors ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast — The African.

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Akinwumi Adesina: Africa’s Optimist-in-chief & ALM African of the Year 2019

Easily one of Africa’s most illustrious sons, the continent’s promoter – in – chief, and President, African Development Bank Group Dr. Akinwumi Adesina’s pro-Africa shuttles across the globe is receiving.

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First Bank Nigeria – 125 years of redefining banking and enabling dreams across Africa

The banking ecosystem in Nigeria is in a state of constant change which is evident in the increased use of technology and other innovations to create a seamless banking experience.

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African Leaders call for a connected continent at the 8th African Leadership Persons of the Year event in Johannesburg

…SA Deputy President David Mabuza; AfDB President Adesina, others receive the persons of the Year Awards   Johannesburg, South Africa. 1st March, 2020. African business and policy leaders have jointly called.

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AfDB to create 9 Million jobs by 2025 – AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina

…receives the ALM African of the Year Award Johannesburg, South Africa: March 01, 2020:  The President of the African Development Bank, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has said that the bank is.

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Africa’s free-trade agreement needs supporting interventions

By Victor Williams The economic benefits of the African Continental Free-Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), which is set to come into effect in July, will be substantial if non-tariff trade barriers are.

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GE, African Leadership Group to Build New Generation of African Digital Leaders

In efforts to equip African youth with skills required to take part in the fourth industrial revolution, the Africa Leadership University (ALU) and General Electric have announced the commencement of.

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Wendy Dobson: Corporate Africa’s moment to shine

As Africa grapples with a plethora of social, economic and environmental challenges, there is a substantial opportunity for large corporates to introspect and determine whether they are still staying true.

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