insert_link Opinion Pieces Russia-Africa Partnership Under Scrutiny: Draft Joint Statement Of On-going Forum Sparks Concerns Over Neocolonialism and Deceit By Khwima Nkhonjera The first Ministerial Conference of the Russia-Africa Partnership Forum has kicked off in Sochi, Russia, amid headlines about the gathering not just being about strengthening bilateral ties. A joint statement drafted for the summit has raised eyebrows, with claims of cooperation which pro-democracy supporters argue are “misleading” or “downright false.” This two-day gathering, organised by Roscongress Foundation, seeks to implement decisions made at the 2023 summit […] todayNovember 12, 2024 24
insert_link Africa World Bank cuts Africa growth forecast The World Bank has downgraded its economic growth forecast for sub-Saharan Africa. Bloomberg reports that Sub-Saharan Africa will likely grow 3% this year, somewhat lower than an April forecast of 3.4%, the Washington-based lender said in its Africa Pulse report published Monday. The slower growth rate was largely blamed on the conflict in Sudan which started 18 months ago and has continued to escalate. todayOctober 15, 2024 14
insert_link Africa From humble beginnings to Africa’s development partner of choice: Former and current staff reflect on the African Development Bank’s transformation The African Development Bank has kicked off activities to celebrate 60 years of its transformative impact on Africa's development. Since September 1964 when representatives of 25 African countries gathered in Khartoum, Sudan, to agree on the vision for a bank to drive economic development across Africa, it has been a journey of resilience and passion, including a fair share of bumps and bruises. Georges Rigobert Aithnard, the Bank's […] todaySeptember 11, 2024 21
insert_link Africa A Day Of Joy As The African Development Bank celebrates 60 Years The President of Cote d’Ivoire Alassane Ouattara led celebrations on Tuesday to mark the African Development Bank’s 60th anniversary. “This is an historic milestone and a cause for celebration, but it is also an opportunity to see that the African Development Bank has financed some pivotal infrastructure and helped improve the living conditions of millions of Africans. The Bank is a source of pride and hope for Africa,” President […] todaySeptember 11, 2024 19