insert_link APO International 16 Days of Activism: Efforts underway in Torit to address sexual exploitation and abuse “I assure you, we will drive change against sexual exploitation, as our mothers and sisters are bearing the brunt of these injustices,” said Elias Taban Elias, the Guild President of the Torit Health Science Institute. As Eastern Equatoria State commits to the global mission of eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls, students in Torit have received training on how to prevent such atrocities to protect themselves and […] todayDecember 7, 2024 6
insert_link APO International United States (U.S.) Supports Community-Led Wildlife Conservation at Second Annual Wildlife Corridor Forum in Arusha The United States supported the Second Annual Wildlife Corridor Forum in Arusha to highlight the collective progress achieved by government, local communities, and international partners to ensure that people and wildlife thrive in Tanzania. Through USAID, the U.S. has invested $10 million annually in recent years in Tanzania for community-driven conservation. Wildlife corridors are critical to sustaining communities, conserving wildlife habitats, and reducing human-wildlife conflicts. Community leadership and involvement in […] todayDecember 7, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Africa Investment Forum Market Days 2024: African Development Bank (AfDB), Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and institutional investors sign agreement for new African multi-originator synthetic securitization platform The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org), together with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and key institutional investors Academy Securities, Africa50, and Newmarket, today signed a Letter of Intent to explore the establishment of a multi-originator synthetic securitization transaction. The signing took place during the Africa Investment Forum 2024 Market Days, which is taking place in Rabat, Morocco from 4-6 December 2024. It marks a significant step in the […] todayDecember 6, 2024 12
insert_link APO International African Development Bank and Trade and Development Bank (TDB) Group strengthen trade finance partnership through a Trade Finance Unfunded Risk Participation Agreement The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB Group) have signed an agreement for a $150 million Trade Finance Unfunded Risk Participation Agreement (RPA) facility. The agreement was concluded on the sidelines of the African Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco. The RPA aims at bolstering intra-Africa trade, promoting regional integration, and contributing to the reduction of the trade finance gap in […] todayDecember 6, 2024 5
insert_link APO International Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center, Tunis debuts in the heart of the city, setting a new standard for hospitality in Tunisia Nestled between Tunis' renowned City of Culture and the Convention Palace, the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel&Convention Center, Tunis (https://apo-opa.co/4f5mr0l), establishes a new benchmark for hospitality in the capital, as it marks the official debut of the Radisson Blu brand in the city. Ideally positioned on Avenue Mohammed V, the hotel offers stunning views of the city and Lake Tunis as well as offering effortless access to top attractions and […] todayDecember 6, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Equinor Applauds Angola’s Oil Reforms; The African Energy Chamber (AEC) Backs Vision for Africa’s Energy Future Norwegian multinational energy firm Equinor has commended Angola’s recent Incremental Production Decree as a landmark reform that enhances the country’s ability to attract oil and gas investments, while boosting production and driving economic growth. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/), as the voice of the African energy sector, proudly endorses Equinor’s statement recognizing Angola’s well-structured oil and gas reforms as a powerful model for attracting investment and boosting hydrocarbon development […] todayDecember 6, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Africa Investment Forum 2024: Africa, the most urbanised continent by 2050, needs more investment to prevent a surge in shanty towns (experts warn) Africa’s urban population will triple in the next 25 years and African countries will need to invest up to 5.5 percent of their gross domestic product (GDP) in urban development if they are to avoid rapid growth of shanty towns. This was the conclusion shared by experts at a round-table discussion, “Mobilising finance for urban development and planning” which took place at the Africa Investment Forum, held from 4-6 December […] todayDecember 6, 2024 7
insert_link APO International The African Energy Chamber (AEC) Supports Africa Energy Bank, Bridging Africa’s Energy Financing Gap Launched by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in partnership with the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO), the Africa Energy Bank – set to commence operations by March 2025 – represents a bold step towards empowering African nations to take control of their energy future. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/), as the voice of Africa’s energy sector, proudly endorses the AEB, a landmark institution designed to revolutionize energy financing across […] todayDecember 6, 2024 5
insert_link APO International SACE and African Development Bank Group to work together under the “Mattei Plan” SACE, the Italian insurance-financial group specializing in supporting businesses and the national economic system under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org), today signed a collaboration agreement to provide credit protection to foster investment in Africa, under the “Mattei Plan”. The signing took place during the African Investment Forum 2024 Market Days currently underway in Rabat, Morocco. The collaboration agreement, signed by Michal Ron, […] todayDecember 6, 2024 7