African Development Bank 4 articles

African Development Bank is a multilateral development finance institution focused on economic and social development across Africa. It provides sovereign and private-sector financing, supports infrastructure and regional integration, and works with governments on policy and institutional capacity. Its role combines long-term project finance with development programmes and capital mobilisation, making it distinct from institutions centred mainly on short-term macroeconomic stabilisation.

Trade

Kenya ramps up digital trade with new infrastructure drive

October 10, 2026, 7:27 AM

Kenya is moving fast to claim a bigger role in Africa’s digital trade, targeting infrastructure gaps and payment hurdles through state and international alliances.

Economy

Kenyan Businesses Face Surging Costs as Inflation Pressures Mount

October 6, 2026, 8:14 PM

Kenya’s private sector is feeling the sharpest jump in costs in nearly three years. Inflation and supply snags are putting the country’s economic recovery at risk.

Economy

Africa’s economic corridors put to the test as governments push for control

October 8, 2026, 10:55 PM

Africa’s infrastructure corridors are at a crossroads. Governments want to turn mineral wealth into regional industry, but face tangled governance and shaky financing.

Economy

Egypt pushes new long-term financing for national and private projects

October 8, 2026, 9:33 AM

Egypt is rolling out new long-term financing tools to back national and private sector projects, aiming to reshape its economy and boost private business.