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Sustainable Bonds for Responsible Growth

Sustainable bonds are essential for ensuring inclusive, equitable, and responsible development. These financial instruments allow companies and governments, particularly in Africa’s emerging economies, to fund projects

Africa’s Demographic Explosion : Opportunities and Challenges

Africa’s urban population is expected to reach nearly one billion people by 2035. This population explosion represents both challenges and opportunities. The rising population will lead

Land policies : Eight foundations of lasting peace

Comparative studies on land policies in Cameroon, Morocco, and Côte d’Ivoire highlight their significant impact on societal stability. Effective land management can foster lasting peace, while

Billions of dollars in carbon financing for Ethiopia

The Dutch climate organization DGB Group aims to restore 12,000 hectares of native forests in Ethiopia’smountainous regions. DGB’s flagship bamboo project has been added to the prestigious Verra

Senegal : 100 % electric bus network goes live

Senegal has reached a significant milestone in the green revolution with the launch of a 100 % electric bus network in Dakar. This innovative project, the

Water and energy access in Angola : 1.6 billion USD EXIM loan

The U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM) has approved a 1.6 billion USD loan to support solar energy and clean water access in Angola. The project, undertaken by Sun Africa and its

Morocco : New Priorities of the Cherifian Government

On July 30, 2024, King Mohammed VI celebrated 25 years on the throne. This milestone, highlighting national unity around the monarchy, underscores the importance of allegiance

Sustainable development : Côte d’Ivoire aims for energy resilience

Fully committed to the Sustainable Development Goals, Côte d’Ivoire seeks to diversify its energy mix by increasing the share of renewable resources. To achieve this, the local government

Watu Financial promotes green mobility adoption in Africa

This year, Watu plans to introduce 10,000 electric motorcycles in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Watu is committed to increasing its electric vehicle financing portfolio to 40

Paris peace forum 2024 : Promoting sustainable agriculture

For the first time, the Paris Peace Forum is being held outside France and in Africa. Among the notable agreements signed is one between AFD and

Economic transformation of Africa : Infrastructure challenge

Infrastructure gaps in Africa prevent populations from accessing healthcare, education, commercial centers, and economic opportunities. With only 53 % of roads paved, millions of people are

Economic opportunities of Africa’s essential minerals

Africa, renowned for its extractive activities, is rich in strategic mineral wealth. These minerals are crucial for the clean energy solutions industry and offer unique opportunities