Events
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IDA and the Global Safety Net
Washington DC & Virtual 1640 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States, Washington, DC, United StatesAfriCatalyst and the Center for Global Development (CGD) are organizing an event titled "IDA and the Global Safety Net." The discussion will focus on the progress the International Development Association (IDA) has made in advancing Africa’s development in the face of global challenges. The event will take place on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings…
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Tackling Africa’s Debt Crisis: Pathways to Progress through Improved Credit Ratings
Washington DC & Virtual 1640 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007, United States, Washington, DC, United StatesAfriCatalyst, UNDP, the Brookings Institution, the African Centre for Economic Transformation (ACET), and the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) will co-host an event on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank Group. The event will focus on expanding the dialogue around how improving sovereign credit ratings can reduce…
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A roundtable Discussion on the MVI with International Financial Institutions, International Organizations, Multilateral Banks as well as Development Partners and select representatives from vulnerable countries
AfriCatalyst and UN OHRLLS will convene a roundtable discussion to provide a fora for discussions on how the MVI could be of potential relevance to selected international financial institutions in supporting developing countries to access affordable and appropriate financing that supports the achievement of their sustainable development goals.
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How Should Africa Navigate the New Development and Climate Finance Landscape
Africatalyst, in partnership with the Center For Global Development, will be organizing a side event consisting of 2 sections – a fireside chat and a panel discussion on responses to this crisis with former and current policymakers, thought leaders, economists, and advocacy partners. Participants will discuss the impact of the new development landscape and how…
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Global Economic Governance in crisis: The way forward
For decades, the Bretton Woods institutions played an essential role in shaping global prosperity. They facilitated the post-war economic boom, helped developing nations build infrastructure, and provided a stable financial system. However, in recent years, these institutions have come under increasing strain. We are now witnessing what could be described as the second breakdown of…
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Developing A Credit Ratings Ecosystem In Africa
African economies continue to face significant challenges related to credit ratings, including perceived biases, lack of transparency, and subjective assessments. With over thirty countries across the continent being rated, actions taken by global credit rating agencies directly influence sovereign debt costs, affecting access to global capital markets and financial sustainability. With South Africa hosting the…
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Breaking Barriers: Maximizing ADF-17 for Africa’s Prosperity
Sofitel Abidjan Hotel Ivoire, in the “Salle des Fêtes” room Abidjan, Côte d'IvoireAfrica stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey. Despite immense natural resources, talent, and resilience, many African nations continue to face steep financing barriers from rising debt and high borrowing costs to limited access to global capital. The upcoming seventeenth replenishment of the African Development Fund (ADF-17) represents a crucial opportunity to unlock…
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South South Webinar: Climate Adaptation, Health and Nutrition in NAPs and NDCs
FeaturedAs countries work to enhance the implementation of their National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), the intersection of climate adaptation, health, and nutrition remains a critical yet underexplored area. Addressing these linkages is essential for ensuring that climate policies are people-centered, equitable, and effective in promoting long-term resilience. This South-South webinar aims…
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Shifting Africa’s Role at the G20: From Symbolic Presence to Strategic Influence
Africa’s permanent seat at the G20 represents a significant milestone in the continent’s engagement with global economic governance structures. The African Union in the G20 report, jointly released by GHS and AfriCatalyst, with an accompanying policy brief, Maximizing Africa’s Influence in the G20, comes at a pivotal moment—midway through South Africa’s G20 presidency and amid…
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Reconfiguring Global Credit Rating Practices: African Perspectives on Reforming the Financial Architecture
AU Permanent Observer to the United Nations, 3 Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza, 305 East 47th Street, 5th Floor NY, United Stateshttps://youtu.be/GEneaKetia4 The global financial architecture is undergoing intense scrutiny amidst calls for reform to ensure fair, inclusive, and development-oriented financing for emerging and developing economies. One of the most critical, yet underexplored, dimensions of this reform agenda is the role of international credit rating agencies (CRAs) in shaping sovereign access to capital, determining borrowing costs,…
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Kenya National Workshop on Credit Rating: Building Institutional Capacity and Establishing an Inter-Agency Credit Rating Coordination Committee
Mombasa, Kenya Mombasa, Mombasa, KenyaKenya’s graduation to middle-income status, officially recognized in 2014 when the country rebased its GDP, reflects its significant economic progress, with nominal GDP estimated at USD 110 billion in 2024 and a per capita income exceeding USD 2,100. Yet, this growth belies persistent vulnerabilities: Kenya’s investment needs to achieve Vision 2030 and the Medium-Term Plan…
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G20 Conference in West Africa: Empowering Africa’s Voice Within the G20
Noom Hotel, Dakar Senegal Dakar, Senegal2025 has been an important year for development, especially for Africa. South Africa’s G20 presidency, culminating soon, has presented an opportunity to shape global discussions and advance a Global South development agenda, building on the efforts of the previous three G20 presidencies from the Global South. It has strategically placed African development priorities squarely on…