Southern Africa’s planting season is here. Is the region ready for the next drought? @mfregene77 of the @AfDB_Group co-authors a timely @News24 Op-Ed on why urgent action is needed to safeguard food and nutrition security. Read: bit.ly/48gtHFt

At IsDB Group Headquarters in Jeddah, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman of the #IsDB Group, warmly welcomed H.E. Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, @AfDBPresident, and his delegation from the African Development Bank Group (@AfDB_Group). The delegation toured the IsDB Group Exhibition, exploring the Group’s development impact across its 57 member countries and the work of its various entities. The visit highlighted the longstanding IsDB–AfDB partnership and the shared commitment to translating institutional collaboration into tangible development results across Africa. @ITFCCORP @ICIEC_IDB @ICD_PS

The @AfDB_Group and @FamilyBankKenya have signed a $10 million Trade Finance Line of Credit to expand foreign-currency financing for Kenyan businesses, helping Family Bank support trade and unlock opportunities for SMEs in #Kenya. ➡️ bit.ly/3UuKAcl

At #CBDCOP17 in Armenia on 20 October, the @AfDB_Group, @FPRCI and West African conservation trust funds launched a protected-area-indexed bond to mobilise €300M for biodiversity conservation across West Africa and beyond: ➡️ bit.ly/4BlXCcD

The @AfDB_Group extends its warmest congratulations to the Government and people of #Türkiye on the occasion of Republic Day.

At the 2026 #BorlaugDialogue, held 20-22 Oct, @AfDB_Group’s @mfregene77 joined global food and agriculture leaders to discuss scaling proven technologies, strengthening markets and mobilising investment to help African farmers thrive. #FoodPrize26

In #BurkinaFaso, an @AfDB_Group-backed initiative is helping young entrepreneur Jacob Dakio grow his dairy herd and diversify into crop farming and livestock – through training, mentorship and business financing. Learn more: bit.ly/3TLtdnu

The @AfDB_Group has partnered with @MashreqTweets, a Dubai-based financial institution, to expand access to trade finance, helping African banks support SMEs and unlock cross-border trade. ➡️ bit.ly/3WpmIY5

The @AfDB_Group has joined partners to launch the $60 million Global Electronics Management (GEM) Programme, a global initiative to advance the circular economy for electronics across 16 countries, including nine in #Africa. ➡️ bit.ly/3UBQloC

The @AfDB_Group and @KeEquityBank have signed a $60 million Trade Finance Guarantee Facility to help SMEs and local corporates access financing, expand trade and compete across African and global markets. ➡️ bit.ly/4i8fEXg

The @AfDB_Group is taking part in the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (#CBDCOP17), being held in Yerevan, Armenia, from 19 to 30 October 2026. Here are some of the sessions we’re participating in this week: 🟢 28 Oct, 10:00-11:00 (GMT+4): Launch of MDB Briefing Note: Identifying Opportunities to Support Biodiversity Objectives Through MDB Operations 🟢 29 Oct, 17:00-18:15 (GMT+4): Mobilising partners for the International Marine Protected Areas Congress: Advancing marine and coastal biodiversity conservation under the Convention on Biological Diversity framework More details: bit.ly/4zfyQZX

The @AfDB_Group and #Tanzania have seen significant improvements in the performance of their joint project portfolio. The Tanzania 2026 Country Portfolio Performance Review (CPPR) workshop found that projects flagged as being at risk fell from over 40% in March 2026 to 26% in September 2026. Read more: bit.ly/4dl6l4M

On the auspicious occasion of the National Day of the Republic of #Austria, the African Development Bank Group extends its warmest congratulations and highest esteem to the Government and the people of #Austria.

On the occasion of the 62nd Independence Day of the Republic of Zambia, the African Development Bank Group extends its warmest congratulations to the Government and people of #Zambia.

The @AfDB_Group will champion domestic capital mobilisation at the Africa Financial Summit 2026, to be held in Luanda, #Angola, on 3 and 4 November 2026. Details on #AFIS2026: bit.ly/4z6qZ1k

From 28 September to 2 October, @AfDB_Group convened 150 public finance stakeholders in Kigali, #Rwanda to tackle debt management challenges, share country experiences and explore practical solutions to strengthen debt transparency. Read more:  bit.ly/47egGMp

As #Nigeria’s construction sector grows, skilled workers are in demand. A $1M @AfDB_Group grant is supporting the Family Homes Artisans Skills Training Programme, which has trained 572 young Nigerians with skills and pathways to employment: bit.ly/47p0jMS #AfDBinNigeria

The @AfDB_Group and @WHO have concluded a supervision mission for the $55M Sudan Health Emergency and Infrastructure Project (SHEIP). The project will support over 21 million people requiring health assistance in Khartoum. ➡️ bit.ly/4s4ZYZd #AfDBinSudan

On Thursday, 22 October, the @AfDB_Group approved a $487 million package to advance economic reforms, strengthen climate resilience and support more inclusive growth in #Morocco.  Details: bit.ly/4i0Ufk2 #AfDBinMorocco 🇲🇦