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Swedfund is investing $30m in Access Bank Nigeria to reach underserved MSMEs
Investment for enhanced access to finance for MSMEs in Nigeria Swedfund is investing $30 million in Access Bank Nigeria Plc to reach underserved ...
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To end hunger we need more investment in rural development and better ways to mobilize funding
“Our best chance of delivering on our commitment to end hunger by 2030 lies in scaling up investments, and developing new and innovative ...
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Nigeria’s youth advocate for sustainable democracy
Young leaders drawn from across Nigeria have called for greater opportunities to be involved in the country’s democratic processes. At a convening organized ...
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Zimbabwe drought victims receive $32m in insurance payouts from ARC Group
Severe crop failures were experienced around the country because of the drought. According to Africa RiskView, ARC’s technical software for early warning and ...
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NHEA 2024 celebrates healthcare excellence
The 10th edition of the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Award (NHEA) held in Lagos recently. The prestigious event recognized 35 individuals and organizations for ...
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African Development Bank unveils initiative to tackle Africa’s debt challenges
The African Development Bank‘s African Development Institute on has launched the African Debt Managers Initiative Network (ADMIN), a new program to provide home-grown solutions ...
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President Tinubu seeks LGA autonomy in Supreme Court case against state governors
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken legal action against the Governors of the 36 States of the Federation at the Supreme Court, ...
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Nigeria marks world culture day, emphasizes cultural values for national development
The Executive Secretary and CEO of the National Institute for Cultural Orientation (NICO), Otunba Biodun Ajiboye, has highlighted the importance of placing culture ...
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Revitalizing growth, development and collaboration amid global fractures
At a moment of geopolitical fragmentation, the World Economic Forum Special Meeting 2024 charts a path to renewed dialogue, collective action and a ...
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$4T is new annual financial target to save SDGs, says AfDB’s Adesina
Adesina delivers keynote address as Islamic Development Bank marks its 50th anniversary Climate and health initiatives are of paramount importance Riyadh, 29 April 2024—African Development ...
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United Kingdom’s harmful Rwanda bill becomes law
It is a dark day in the United Kingdom as the Safety of Rwanda Bill becomes law after passing its final stages in parliament. ...
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UN chief wants reform of international financial system to drive SDGs in Africa
At least $500 billion a year is needed to scale up affordable long-term financing for development, alongside structural reforms. In a strong call ...























