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La Banque africaine de développement accueillera le Secrétariat de la Communauté de pratique pour la comptabilisation du capital naturel en Afrique (Africa NCA CoP)

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (www.AfDB.org) a annoncé officiellement qu’il accueillerait le Secrétariat de la Communauté de pratique pour la comptabilisation du capital naturel en Afrique (Africa NCA-CoP), renforçant ainsi son rôle de chef de file en matière d’intégration du capital naturel dans les stratégies de développement climato-résilientes sur le continent. 

En tant que nouvel hôte, le Groupe de la Banque fournira des locaux au Secrétariat de la NCA-CoP au sein de son siège d’Abidjan, en Côte d’Ivoire, et il examinera et mettra en œuvre sa stratégie et son plan d’action, conformément à la priorité qu’il accorde à la valorisation des ressources naturelles. Il travaillera avec des partenaires tels que la Banque mondiale, la Commission économique pour l’Afrique des Nations unies (UNECA) et l’Union africaine afin de mobiliser des ressources pour intensifier les activités sur l’ensemble du continent. 

Lancée en 2020, la Communauté de pratique pour la comptabilisation du capital naturel en Afrique comprend désormais plus de 500 membres issus de 48 pays africains. La NCA-CoP promeut le renforcement des capacités techniques, l’élaboration de politiques fondées sur les données et le partage des connaissances sur la comptabilité du capital naturel. Elle était précédemment hébergée par la Banque mondiale. 

La Banque africaine de développement a fait cette annonce lors d’un événement parallèle organisé en marge du Sommet africain sur le climat 2.0 (en anglais, Africa Climate Summit 2, ACS2), qui s’est tenu récemment à Addis-Abeba et qui a réuni des décideurs politiques, des partenaires du développement et des praticiens pour discuter de l’importance de l’intégration du capital naturel dans les politiques nationales, la planification économique et les stratégies d’investissement. 

Le directeur du Centre africain de gestion et d’investissement en ressources naturelles du Groupe de la Banque, Fred Kabanda, a souligné l’engagement de l’institution en faveur du capital naturel : « La Banque africaine de développement accorde la priorité au capital naturel, comme indiqué dans son Plan d’action de gestion et d’investissement en ressources naturelles (2025-2029), qui est ancré dans sa Stratégie décennale (2024-2033). L’accueil du Secrétariat de l’Africa NCA CoP permettra à la Banque de renforcer ses capacités, de favoriser la collaboration et de veiller à ce que le capital naturel soit pleinement intégré dans les politiques et les investissements qui favorisent un développement résilient au climat dans toute l’Afrique. » 

Les abondantes ressources naturelles de l’Afrique sont vitales pour ses économies, ses moyens de subsistance et ses efforts de réduction de la pauvreté. Pourtant, la valeur du capital naturel est fréquemment sous-représentée dans les mesures économiques conventionnelles, laissant les écosystèmes sous-évalués et les vulnérabilités climatiques ignorées. 

En accueillant le Secrétariat de la NCA-CoP, la Banque africaine de développement s’engage à assurer la continuité, à renforcer l’appropriation continentale et à faire progresser l’engagement politique en matière de comptabilisation du capital naturel, libérant ainsi le potentiel de l’Afrique pour un développement inclusif, vert et résilient au climat. 

Pour obtenir de plus amples informations sur le rôle de la Banque africaine de développement lors du deuxième Sommet africain sur le climat, cliquez sur ce lien (https://apo-opa.co/41YA7Xg).

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Johannesburg, Durban to host Africa’s premier tourism trade shows

Source: Government of South Africa

Johannesburg and Durban have been confirmed as the host cities for Africa’s two flagship tourism trade shows, Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba (ATI) for the next five years, starting in 2026.

Meetings Africa, the continent’s leading business tourism platform, will mark its 20th edition at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, from 23–25 February 2026. Africa’s Travel Indaba, which focused on leisure tourism, will take place from 11–14 May 2025 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban.

Both events serve as critical economic levers, generating leads, promoting investment, and boosting intra-African trade and connectivity.

The Meetings Africa and Africa’s Travel Indaba are Africa’s leading trade platforms for business and leisure tourism respectively, bringing together buyers, exhibitors, media, and tourism stakeholders from across the continent and the world.

The decision follows a rigorous and competitive procurement process overseen by South African Tourism, which saw several cities and provinces across the country submitting compelling bids to host the flagship events.

Johannesburg and Durban were selected for their compelling bid commitments, exceptional track records, world-class infrastructure, and alignment with South Africa’s strategic tourism objectives.

Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille has congratulated both Johannesburg and Durban, highlighting that the events are not just about tourism, but economic opportunity, job creation, and positioning Africa as a globally competitive destination.

The Minister said the department looks forward to continuing its strong partnerships with both cities and the private sector for the next five years.

“We are committed to supporting the execution of innovative, fit-for-purpose trade shows that deliver real value for all delegates, whether they are buyers, exhibitors, or stakeholders across the tourism value chain.

“We will achieve these, together with the Tourism Business Council South Africa and the various tourism stakeholders,” de Lille said.

Johannesburg Tourism Company Chairperson, Nandipha Zonela, said securing Meetings Africa for another five years underscores the city’s global competitiveness.

“This demonstrates Johannesburg’s competitiveness as a global city – a city that has differentiated itself as an all-year-round travel market leader in South Africa, recording 4.29 million arrivals and achieving R69 billion total tourism spend in 2024. Joburg is honoured to remain the home and heartbeat of Meetings Africa – where Africa connects,” Zonela said.

KwaZulu-Natal’s MEC for Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Reverand Musa Zondi, said hosting Africa’s Travel Indaba is a major opportunity for the province to show the world and the tourism trade that KZN “is indeed an exceptional destination, to do business in and come for both leisure and business travel.”

“ATI also presents immeasurable opportunities for our emerging tourism entrepreneurs who can strike business deals that can propel their business to even greater heights. Having KZN as the backdrop of one of the biggest tourism trade shows also positions us as possible film destination for blockbuster movies that can also be shot in KZN,” Zondi said. – SAnews.gov.za

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‘Impartial’ Madlanga Commission to make findings based on evidence

Source: Government of South Africa

Chief evidence leader of the Madlanga Commission, Advocate Terry Motau SC, has emphasised that the Commission will take an impartial approach to all the evidence that will be presented at the Commission.

Motau delivered an address at the commencement of the hearings held at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Tshwane today.

“[The] starting point must be the allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi at the 6 July media briefing. However, this investigation assumes no facts and does not depart from the premise that the allegations made by Lt Gen Mkhwanazi are true. Any findings made by the Commission must and will be based on evidence.

“When the Commission investigates an issue, the legal team remains impartial and will not presume a particular outcome. Witnesses may offer varying or conflicting accounts of events. The Commission’s role is to examine and explore all relevant versions and material,” Motau said.

READ | Madlanga Commission: Lt. General Mkhwanazi gives evidence

He highlighted that the Commission will also not function as a court.

“The Commission is not conducting a criminal trial of specific individuals, nor is it bound by the procedural and evidentiary rules that govern judicial proceedings. Rather, this Commission operates in an inquisitorial capacity: its primary objective is to uncover facts and establish an accurate record of events, thereby enabling informed recommendations.

“Throughout this process, the Commission will uphold the principles of natural justice and fairness for all parties. The Commission and its evidence-leading team approach these responsibilities without any preconceived agenda, other than the pursuit of truth,” he said.

Furthermore, findings will be made “transparently and accordingly identify and report those responsible”.

“Conversely, if the evidence does not substantiate the allegations, the Commission will equally make such findings accordingly.

“The Commission’s mandate is to establish the facts; not to prosecute. Nonetheless, its fact-finding will be rigorous and thorough so that, where appropriate, prosecutions or other corrective measures may follow,” Motau said.

The proceedings began with the evidence of KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. – SAnews.gov.za

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‘Criminal justice system is key to the rule of law’ – Justice Madlanga

Source: Government of South Africa

The Madlanga Commission has kicked off proceedings at the Brigitte Mabandla Justice College in Tshwane today.

The commission kicked off on Wednesday with an address by Chairperson Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga setting out the map for the commission.

The establishment of the commission follows serious allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi about an alleged criminal syndicate that has spread influence into law enforcement, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and intelligence services.

“The interest shown by the South African public in this investigation is not surprising. I say so because the allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi on 6 July 2025 concern a grave subject matter: the subject of the alleged infiltration of, or exertion of undue influence on, the criminal justice system.

“If the allegations are proved to be true, that spells doom for South Africa’s criminal justice system. A healthy criminal justice system is key to the rule of law and, in turn, to a functioning constitutional democracy,” Madlanga said.

READ | Madlanga Commission: Lt. General Mkhwanazi gives evidence

He warned that if a criminal justice system is “populated by malleable and corrupt functionaries, many criminals – especially those holding positions of influence – will rarely, if ever, answer for their criminal deeds”.

“Also, malleability, corruption and dysfunctionality in the criminal justice system are at odds with what we, South Africans, expect of and are entitled to from a criminal justice system.

“At the centre of any functioning constitutional democracy is a well-functioning criminal justice system. If you subvert the criminal justice system, you subvert the rule of law and constitutional democracy itself,” he said.

Pressing further, the chairperson highlighted that subversion of justice may take other forms.

“Without purporting to be exhaustive, it may come as downright intimidation. It may consist of improper promises or inducements. It may take the form of corruptly influencing the decision-making or functioning of those responsible for the smooth running of the system. All these forms and others are a cancer to what a proper criminal justice system should be.

“Ours, from today onwards, is to investigate whether our criminal justice system is what it should be or whether it has been infiltrated by criminal syndicates. Words from us must end here, and we must start with the investigative process,” Madlanga said. – SAnews.gov.za

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Deputy President to address Public Works and Infrastructure MinMEC

Source: Government of South Africa

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Thursday deliver the keynote address at the two-day Public Works and Infrastructure Minister and MECs (MinMEC) sitting, scheduled to take place at the Eastcape Training College in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape.

The Deputy President will attend the sitting at the invitation of the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson. He is expected to address the occasion on “the significance of infrastructure service delivery in driving the economy and creating much needed jobs”.

The MinMEC is a government forum chaired by the Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, and includes the Deputy Minister of Public Works, Sihle Zikalala, as well as Members of the Provincial Executive Councils (MECs) of Public Works and Infrastructure of all the nine provinces.  

Its strategic focus is to reflect on the priorities of the department, mitigate the risks and evaluate progress on all the priority areas, while using public assets for the public good and contributing meaningfully to economic development and job creation. 

The forum also provides a platform for strategic dialogue, knowledge exchange and policy alignment. 

The MinMEC proceedings will be preceded by an oversight visit to the Umoyilanga Energy Project, an innovative energy security infrastructure that combines solar photovoltaic with wind and battery energy storage system (BESS) technologies. Upon completion, Umoyilanga will offer reliable dispatchable renewable power to the national grid. 

This unique combination of wind and solar resources with battery energy storage system, enables Umoyilanga to provide 75 MW reliable energy to the national grid. 

“Government continues to upgrade and construct public infrastructure such as water supply facilities, energy, schools and health clinics to improve the living standards, restore dignity of the people as well as foster social cohesion and national unity,” the Presidency said. – SAnews.gov.za

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KZN Transport partners with vehicle testing body to curb fraudulent certificates

Source: Government of South Africa

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

The KwaZulu-Natal Transport Department has announced a partnership with the Vehicle Testing Association (VTA) to clamp down on private vehicle testing stations issuing fraudulent roadworthy certificates.

This follows a spate of learner transport accidents in the Umgungundlovu District, with three incidents recorded in just four days.

The most recent accident occurred on Monday, when a minibus taxi carrying learners from several schools veered off the road and plunged off KwaKhetha Bridge on the P127 near Impendle in the Midlands.

According to traffic officials, 20 learners from Matomela High, Luthando High and Sthunjwana Primary sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Gomane Clinic and Harry Gwala Regional (Edendale) Hospital.

The taxi driver fled the scene and remains at large.

Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma said it was disturbing that the taxi driver fled but law enforcement agencies are looking for the driver.

Duma called on the South African National Taxi Council in KwaZulu-Natal to take stronger responsibility for incidents involving its members.

The Automobile Association estimates that 70 000 minibus taxis are involved in crashes annually, with the sector recording double the crash rate of other passenger vehicles.

Duma said the new partnership with the VTA, which represents private vehicle testing stations under the Retail Motor Industry Organisation, will target corruption in the issuing of certificates of roadworthiness.

“We have agreed to work together to isolate elements that are operating vehicles without roadworthy certificates and to ensure that those issuing fraudulent certificates are arrested,” Duma said.

As Transport Month approaches in October, Duma said the department will announce its collaboration with the VTA to introduce further reforms, including: 
•    Strengthen legislation governing the taxi and scholar transport industry, with clear provisions on driver vetting, vehicle standards, and operational oversight.
•    Enforcing stricter compliance and accountability measures across the province, supported by transparent reporting and independent audits.
•    Require biannual Certificates of Roadworthiness for all heavy passenger vehicles, replacing the current annual requirement.
•    Ensure that all minibuses are inspected within the KZN province at accredited municipal or private testing, and in alignment with their designated route permits. – SAnews.gov.za

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African Development Bank to Host Africa Natural Capital Accounting Community of Practice (Africa NCA COP) Secretariat

Source: APO

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has officially announced that it will host the Secretariat of the Africa Natural Capital Accounting Community of Practice (Africa NCA-CoP), strengthening its leadership role in integrating natural capital into climate-resilient development strategies across the continent.  

As the new host, the Bank Group will provide premises for the Secretariat at its Abidjan headquarters, review and implement the Africa NCA CoP strategy and action plan in line with the Bank Group priority for natural resources value addition and work with partners including the World Bank, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and the African Union to mobilize resources to scale up activities across the continent. The NCA-COP, launched in 2020 and now comprising more than 500 members from 48 African countries, promotes technical capacity building, data-driven policymaking, and knowledge sharing on natural capital accounting.  It was previously hosted by the World Bank. 

The Bank announced the development during a side event at the recently concluded Africa Climate Summit 2.0 in Addis Ababa that brought together policymakers, development partners, and practitioners to discuss the importance of mainstreaming natural capital into national policies, economic planning, and investment strategies. 

Fred Kabanda, Manager of the Bank Group’s African Natural Resources Management and Investment Centre, stressed the Bank’s commitment to natural capital. “The African Development Bank is prioritizing natural capital as outlined in its Natural Resources Management and Investment Action Plan (2025–2029), which is anchored in the Ten-Year Strategy (2024–2033). Hosting the Africa NCA CoP Secretariat allows the Bank to strengthen capacities, foster collaboration, and ensure that natural capital is fully integrated into policies and investments that drive climate-resilient development across Africa.” 

Africa’s abundant natural resources are vital to its economies, livelihoods, and poverty reduction efforts.  Yet the value of natural capital is frequently underrepresented in conventional economic measures, leaving ecosystems undervalued and climate vulnerabilities unaddressed. 

By taking on hosting the NCA CoP Secretariat, the African Development Bank is set to ensure continuity, strengthen continental ownership, and advance policy engagement on natural capital accounting, ultimately unlocking Africa’s potential for inclusive, green, and climate-resilient development. 

Read here (https://apo-opa.co/4gtkiOm) for more information on the African Development Bank’s role in the second Africa Climate Summit.

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Media Contact:
Sonia Borrini,
Climate Change & Green Growth Department,
email: s.borrini@afdb.org 

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Éthiopie : la Banque africaine de développement fait un don de 400 000 dollars à une plateforme de publication d’informations pour stimuler le marché des capitaux

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (www.AfDB.org) et l’Autorité éthiopienne des marchés de capitaux (ECMA) ont signé un accord de don de 400 000 dollars pour la mise en place d’une plateforme de divulgation d’informations et le lancement de nouveaux produits financiers, notamment des fonds indiciels cotés (en anglais « Exchange Traded Funds », ETF) et des obligations vertes, sur la Bourse éthiopienne (Ethiopian Securities Exchange – ESX).

Ce don, qui soutiendra le Projet d’appui au développement du marché des capitaux éthiopien, est financé par le Fonds fiduciaire pour le développement des marchés de capitaux (CMDTF). Cette initiative s’appuie sur le soutien antérieur du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement, notamment la création du cadre juridique du marché des capitaux éthiopien en 2021.

La plateforme de divulgation d’informations prévue facilitera la diffusion rapide et précise d’informations sur les entreprises aux investisseurs, aux actionnaires et aux autres acteurs du marché, améliorant ainsi la prise de décision et la fixation de prix équitables sur le marché.

Dans le cadre du développement de produits, de nouvelles offres diversifiées seront lancées, notamment des ETF, un type de fonds d’investissement pouvant être acheté et vendu en bourse, des sukuk (instruments financiers islamiques respectant les préceptes religieux de la charia) et des obligations vertes.

La directrice générale de l’Autorité éthiopienne des marchés de capitaux, Hana Tehelku, a signé cet accord dans ses bureaux d’Addis-Abeba. « Nous sommes fiers de collaborer avec le Fonds fiduciaire pour le développement des marchés de capitaux de la Banque africaine de développement sur ce projet crucial », a-t-elle déclaré. « Ce don reflète notre vision commune d’un marché des capitaux éthiopien dynamique et résilient. Le soutien au développement des infrastructures de l’ECMA et au renforcement des capacités et à la diversification des produits de l’ESX contribuera à attirer les investissements nationaux et internationaux, à stimuler la croissance économique de l’Éthiopie et à élargir l’accès à des financements essentiels à long terme. »

Pour la signataire de l’accord au nom du Groupe de la Banque, Akane Zoukpo Sanankoua, responsable du développement des marchés de capitaux au sein de l’institution, « l’objectif global du Projet d’appui au développement des marchés des capitaux en Éthiopie est de contribuer à l’expansion du secteur financier et de l’économie éthiopienne en améliorant l’accès au financement à long terme pour les secteurs public et privé par le biais des marchés des capitaux. Il renforce l’engagement de la Banque à bâtir des marchés des capitaux résilients, capables de mobiliser des ressources nationales et internationales à long terme, tout en ouvrant de nouvelles opportunités financières ».

Le Premier secrétaire de l’ambassade du Luxembourg à Addis-Abeba, Sebastian Beyenburg, a assisté à la cérémonie de signature, représentant les donateurs du CMDTF, un fonds fiduciaire multidonateurs géré par la Banque africaine de développement.

Le CMDTF est financé notamment par le ministère néerlandais du Commerce extérieur et de la Coopération pour le développement, le ministère des Finances du Luxembourg et l’Agence suédoise de coopération internationale au développement. Il a été créé en 2019 pour soutenir le renforcement et la diversification des institutions des marchés de capitaux africains.

En septembre 2025, le CMDTF disposait d’un portefeuille actif de six millions de dollars couvrant seize pays. Le Projet d’appui au développement des marchés de capitaux en Éthiopie est le premier projet hors Afrique de l’Ouest à bénéficier du soutien du Fonds fiduciaire, qui cherche à étendre ses interventions à d’autres régions.

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Contact médias :
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Contact technique :
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Chargé principal des investissements
Département du développement du secteur financier
Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement
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À propos du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement :
Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement est la principale institution du financement du développement en Afrique. Il comprend trois entités distinctes : la Banque africaine de développement (BAD), le Fonds africain de développement (FAD) et le Fonds spécial du Nigeria (FSN). Représentée dans 41 pays africains, avec un bureau extérieur au Japon, la Banque contribue au développement économique et au progrès social de ses 54 Etats membres régionaux. Pour plus d’informations : www.AfDB.org

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Ethiopia: African Development Bank provides $400,000 for Public Disclosure Platform to boost capital market

Source: APO

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority (ECMA) have signed a grant agreement for $400,000 for the set up of a public disclosure platform and rollout of new financial products including exchange traded funds and green bonds at the Ethiopian Securities Exchange

The grant, which will support the Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project, is being provided by the Capital Markets Development Trust Fund (CMDTF). The initiative builds on previous African Development Bank Group support including creation in 2021 of Ethiopia’s capital market legal framework in 2021. 

The planned public disclosure platform will facilitate timely and accurate dissemination of company information to investors, shareholders, and other market participants, thereby enhancing decision-making and fair price discovery in the market.

Under the product  development component, new and diversified product offerings will be introduced, including Exchange Traded Funds, a type of investment fund that can be bought and sold on stock exchanges, sukuks (sharia-compliant financial instruments) and green bonds.

Ms Hana Tehelku, Director General of the Ethiopian Capital Market Authority signed the agreement at its offices in Addis Ababa. She said, “We are proud to collaborate with the African Development Bank’s Capital Markets Development Trust Fund on this vital project. This grant reflects our shared vision for a vibrant and resilient Ethiopian capital market. The support for ECMA’s infrastructure development and ESX’s capacity building and product diversification will be instrumental in attracting domestic and international investment, propelling Ethiopia’s economic growth, and expanding access to crucial long-term financing.

Mrs. Akane Zoukpo Sanankoua, African Development Bank Group Manager for Capital Markets Development signed for the Bank Group. She said, “The Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project’s broad objective is to contribute to the expansion of Ethiopia’s financial sector and economy by improving access to long-term financing for the public and private sector through capital markets.  It reinforces the Bank’s commitment to building resilient capital markets that can mobilize domestic and international long-term resources while unlocking new financial opportunities.” 

Mr. Sebastian Beyenburg, First Secretary at the Embassy of Luxembourg in Addis Ababa, also attended the ceremony, representing donors of the Capital Markets Development Trust Fund (CMDTF), a multi-donor trust fund managed by the African Development Bank.  

The CMDTF is funded by donors including the Ministry for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation of the Netherlands, the Ministry of Finance of Luxembourg and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency. It was established in 2019 to support deepening and diversification of African capital market institutions.

As of September 2025, CMDTF has an active portfolio of $6 million covering sixteen countries. The Ethiopia Capital Market Development Support Project is the first project outside West Africa to be supported by the Trust Fund, which is seeking to expand interventions into other regions.

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About the African Development Bank Group:
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is Africa’s premier development finance institution. It comprises three distinct entities: the African Development Bank (AfDB), the African Development Fund (ADF) and the Nigeria Trust Fund (NTF). On the ground in 34 African countries with an external office in Japan, the AfDB contributes to the economic development and the social progress of its 54 regional member states. For more information: www.AfDB.org  

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Ghana’s Ashanti Green Initiative Partners with African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Drive Mineral Industrialization

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The Ashanti Green Initiative – led by Oheneba Nana Kwaku Duah, Prince of the Ashanti Kingdom of Ghana – has joined the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) as a partner. The foundation’s participation underscores its commitment to strengthening cooperation between Ghana and global mining stakeholders in advancing Africa’s mineral industrialization agenda.

At AMW, the Ashanti Green Initiative will engage in high-level panel discussions, exclusive networking sessions and project showcases, with a particular focus on emerging opportunities within Ghana’s mining sector. The conference provides an ideal platform to highlight the critical role of artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) in driving the growth of Ghana’s gold industry – Africa’s largest and the world’s sixth largest – and to showcase the foundation’s contribution to Ghana’s efforts to formalize and strengthen the ASM sector.

As organizers of the Mining in Motion Summit – Ghana’s premier ASM-focused platform that brings together artisanal miners, large-scale mining companies, policymakers and investors – the Ashanti Green Initiative has established itself as a key driver of Ghana’s gold sector modernization and resilience. The Mining in Motion Summit, held in Accra from June 2–4, 2025, convened over 600 stakeholders, including more than 50 companies across the mining value chain, as well as high-level dignitaries such as Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom; John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana and ministers from across Africa. The gathering fostered best practices to advance Ghana’s gold production and accelerate ASM formalization.

At AMW 2025, the Ashanti Green Initiative is expected to further drive Ghana’s agenda to attract investment across the mining value chain. The event will feature strong representation from Ghana, including Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources; Typhoon Greenfield Development – Ghana’s first small-scale mining firm compliant with London Bullion Market Association standards – and gold producer Gold Fields. Dedicated Ghana-focused panel discussions at AMW will offer the foundation an opportunity to engage directly with global investors while showcasing Ghana’s vision for sustainable mining, economic growth and ASM expansion.

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