🎯 “My job is not to market Africa’s challenges. My job is to market Africa’s opportunities & to manage its challenges” — African Development Bank Group president Akinwumi A. Adesina at the #allAfricaMediaSummit2024 #AMLS2034

This study examines how access to formal financial services, like bank accounts and savings plans, acted as a safety net for Nigerian families during the economic hardships of COVID-19.

The research focuses on how these financial tools lessened the negative impact on household…

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♀️ #WomenWhoInspire
As International Women's Month draws to a close, we revisit this evergreen interview with UNDSG Amina J Mohammed. Her words still remain apt, relevant and thought-provoking.
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Throwing 🔙 this #ThrowbackThursday #Food4Thought

Wait… I can now read all Nigerian newspapers from the 1990s and 2000s?

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Never give up: When dust gathers on the windscreen of a car in motion, the driver does not stop, he (she) just uses the wiper blades at faster speed with soapy water. Keep on driving towards your goal. Clear the dust, never stop and never give up!

This week we’re in Addis Ababa at the #PIDA Steering Committee meeting. We'll discuss PIDA PAP 2 progress and the upcoming 8th PIDA Week. We will also be engaging #RECS and partners for enhanced inter-institutions collaboration and resources mobilisation.

Delighted to be in conversation this week about the intersection of artificial intelligence + journalism _ and the role of journalism in this AI era _ with the great Djordje Padejski, Sarah Cohen + Marina Walker. Join us tomorrow Cronkite School! cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/cr…

Mr. Kamal Kishore of India has been appointed as the United Nations Special Representative for Disaster Risk Reduction.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres today announced the appointment of the new head of UNDRR: ow.ly/63uv50R3rM2

Photo: GFDRR

#AfDBAM2024 : African Development Bank Group SG Vincent Nmehielle and Chief Economist/VP Prof. Kevin Chika URAMA to host a press conference on the 2024 Annual Meetings at the African Development Bank Group’s HQ in #Abidjan and via videoconference.

Media are invited to register: bit.ly/3Jfk3qt

Thrilled to share that Dr. Ahmed Ogwell Ouma from #Kenya has been chosen as the next Vice President of Global Health Strategy at the United Nations Foundation! 🌍 Dr. Ogwell, who most recently served as Acting Deputy Director-General at the Africa CDC, will lead efforts in health…

#FeedAfrica : Government video of wheat harvesting in Jigawa State, Nigeria, where African Development Bank Group's African Emergency Food Production Facility (AEFPF) supports the Government to provide seed & fertilizer for 40,000 hectares of crops. #AEFPF supports 120,000ha in 15 Nigerian States.

This webinar by Climate and Development Knowledge Network opens opportunities for research & mainstream media collaborations. #ClimateAction

Looking forward to giving this talk at University of Oxford's Environmental Change Institute on integrating actions for #sustainable #development with a #coralreef lens. Addressing global constraints within local contexts, and justifying who should do what #equity #SafeAndJust ECI, Univ of Oxford

🏀 Thrilled to play netball after nearly 40 years with girls in Apia, Samoa.

I’m so energised by their talent, vibrancy and tenacity. I wish them good luck with their competition next week.

#YearOfYouth @SamoaGovt Commonwealth Youth 🇼🇸

.ECA & African Development Bank Group are natural partners in fostering Africa’s devt, says #USG Claver Gatete. In a meeting with #AfDB senior officials, he called for stronger collab. among regional finance & dev't institutions in areas like digital tech, #RegionalValueChains & #pharma

Alii from Palau. Pacific Ocean Commissioner Dr Filimon Manoni who starts working in Palau this week visited Palau's Minister of State Honourable Gustav Aitaro & discussed OPOC's transition from #Fiji to Palau and potential #ocean collaborations.

We are aware of the major incident that occurred this morning in Baltimore. The priority is ensuring the safety of those affected as a search and rescue operation is underway. We expect an investigation report will be submitted to IMO in due course. #Baltimorebridge

Delighted to convene the first strategy meeting for #LDC Group in Lilongwe under Malawi Chairpersonship. Our negotiators will delve into #COP28 results, and gear up for #SB60 in Bonn & #COP29 . Together, we advocate for just and strong outcomes for our most vulnerable communities.

After 3 years on the job, I have informed António Guterres of my intention to step down in June.

To everyone at UN Humanitarian, it's been the privilege of my life. I am deeply in your debt.

To all partners and supporters, thank you for championing the cause of people in crises.