IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and CGD President Masood Ahmed discuss the IMF’s upcoming Annual Meetings and the international agenda for addressing multiple crises.

On Wednesday 7th September 2022, the African Development Bank (“AfDB”), rated Aaa (Moody’s) / AAA (S&P) / AAA (Fitch) / AAA (Japan Credit Rating), launched and priced a new EUR 1.25 billion 7-year Global Benchmark transaction, in a Social Bond format, due 14 September 2029. The bond pays a coupon of 2.250% with a re-offer yield of 2.310%.

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IMF Executive Board Concludes 2022 Article IV Consultation with Austria

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Africa received its highest proportion of private sector investment in infrastructure in 2020, sending an important signal to governments and investors.

African Development Bank head Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, has commended the Japan Policy and Human Resources Development Grant, established by the Bank and the government of Japan, for its support to the Japan Africa Dream Scholarship program.
The Japan Africa Dream Scholarship program awards two-year scholarships to high-achieving African students to pursue post-graduate studies in priority development areas across Africa and in Japan.

 
What:               Civil Society Forum 2022
Who:                Civil Society and Community Engagement Division, African Development Bank
When:              6 & 7 October 2022
Where:             Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire - Hybrid format
 

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