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Africa Private Capital Mobilisation Day Opening Session 17 December 2025 | London, United Kingdom 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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· Sidi Ould Tah Wiki · African Development Bank Group WikiAfrica Private Capital Mobilisation Day Opening Session 17 December 2025 | London, United Kingdom Remarks by Dr Sidi Ould Tah President, African Development Bank Group

ContextOpening remarks in London, before a UK minister and ambassadors.

Why it mattersPitches Africa to private investors with risk-sharing tools.

Problems raised
  1. Private capital for Africa is insufficient.
  2. Risks deter investors.
  3. Development needs are large.
Solutions proposed
  1. Mobilise private capital at scale.
  2. Use risk-mitigation and blended finance.
  3. Partner with the UK government.
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