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ADF-17 Replenishment Meeting - Remarks by Dr Sidi Ould Tah President African Development Bank Group

· Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank Group (International)

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ContextRemarks in London at the meeting where donor countries pledged money for the 17th replenishment of the African Development Fund.

Why it mattersDecides how much money the fund will have to finance Africa's poorest countries in the coming years.

Problems raised
  1. The African Development Fund needs replenishment.
  2. Private investment is not unlocked.
  3. Challenges ahead are large.
Solutions proposed
  1. Conclude the ADF-17 replenishment.
  2. Emphasise financial innovation and de-risking.
  3. Build enabling environments for private investment.
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