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04 December 2023

ECAs launch net-zero alliance at COP28

Eight ECAs have used COP28 to launch the UN-convened Net-Zero Export Credit Agencies Alliance in a bid to decarbonise global trade and facilitate joint action from public...

23 November 2023
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Climate finance

Will COP28 speed up change?

With COP28 due to kick off at the end of month and, based on previous COP outcomes, expectations of progress low, Uxolo takes a look at what progress MDBs have been...

22 November 2023
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Social projects

Africa Healthcare Network secures $20m

Africa Healthcare Network, which provides dialysis services in Africa, has secured $20 million in equity and debt funding from Africa50 and AfricInvest and Tokyo-based...

10 November 2023
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Climate finance

World Bank supports greening of Turkish firms

The World Bank has approved a $155 million loan for the greening of firms through equity financing and mobilized private capital, and expand climate financing in...

09 November 2023

Reimagining MDBs: ODI’s initial findings on callable capital

MDB callable capital represents an eye-watering $1.2 trillion in nominal terms, although it has yet to be properly quantified or harnessed. ODI, with funding from the MDB...

30 October 2023
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Waste and water

ADB approves $90m for water infra, Bangladesh

ADB has approved $90 million for the development of drinking water, sanitation and solid waste management (SWM) services for three towns in the Chattogram Hill Tracts...

30 October 2023
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Finance and other

ShafDB approves $12m to Vista Bank

The board of Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) has approved a $12 million line of credit for Vista Bank Guinee, based in Conakry.Vista Bank Guinee will use the...

27 October 2023

N'Sele on shortlist for next AfDB Presidency

Elections for the next AfDB President are coming up and Hassatou Diop N’Sele, current VP of Finance and CFO, is on the shortlist of prospective candidates, says an...

23 October 2023
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Social infrastructure

EIB finances Czech rail infrastructure improvement

The EIB has inked its largest-ever loan agreement for the Czech Republic, sealing a CZK24 billion ($1 billion) deal with the Ministry of Finance to bolster the...

20 October 2023
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Renewable energy, Traditional energy

Improving the bankability of green hydrogen projects: A closer look at offtakes

DFI and MDB support will be required for hydrogen projects in promising developing markets like Africa. But offtake contracts will be key – and even in developed markets...

17 October 2023

EIB and Slovenská sporiteľna support Slovak SMEs & mid-caps

Slovenska sporiteľna and the European Investment Bank will make available €200 million in new financing to Slovak SMEs and mid-caps. A maximum of 30% will be...

17 October 2023

EIB, CDP sign €400m deal to support Italian SMEs

The EIB and CDP have signed an agreement to provide €400 million ($436.1 million) for investments in research, development, innovation, and green transition of...

16 October 2023
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Finance and other

AfDB to issue first hybrid capital bond by year-end

The African Development Bank is planning to issue its first hybrid capital bond before year-end if financial markets are stable, its chief financial officer said.The bond...

13 October 2023
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Waste and water

NADBank launches RFP for projects via its Community Assistance Program

The North American Development Bank (NADBank) has published a request for proposals for grant financing through the Community Assistance Program for the implementation of...

11 October 2023
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Social projects

New financing package to eradicate polio

The European Commission, the European Investment Bank, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced a new financing partnership to address critical global health...

11 October 2023
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Social infrastructure

JICA supports transport system in Kigali City

The JICA has entered into a grant agreement with Rwanda, pledging grant aid of up to JPY2 billion ($13.5 million) to support the Intelligent Transport System Project in...

06 October 2023
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Finance and other

CDC, CEB enhance partnership

CDC and CEB have inked a MoU aimed at strengthening the collaboration between the two financial institutions.The MoU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation...

05 October 2023
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Renewable energy

Growing the African carbon credit pot

The Africa Carbon Markets Initiative (ACMI) has secured $650 million of commitments for future carbon credits at the inaugural Africa Climate Summit. And given Africa’s...

27 September 2023

ADB, Maxwealth sign deal to expand MSME access to lease financing in China

ADB and Maxwealth Financial Leasing have signed a CNY1 billion ($140 million) senior loan to support lease financing for MSMEs and spur inclusive growth and job creation...

21 September 2023

Big Issue Invest launches 4th Social Impact Debt Fund

Big Issue Invest has launched its fourth Social Impact Debt Fund which will provide loans of between £1 million and £4 million to established social...