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SUMMARY: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
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://africatalyst.com/event/a-roundtable-discussion-on-the-mvi-with-international-financial-institutions-international-organizations-multilateral-banks-as-well-as-development-partners-and-select-representatives-from-vulnerable/
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SUMMARY:How Should Africa Navigate the New Development and Climate Finance Landscape
DESCRIPTION: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 African leaders can accelerate the process away from aid dependency. \n  \n  \n Register for Event\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://africatalyst.com/event/how-should-africa-navigate-the-new-development-and-climate-finance-landscape/
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SUMMARY:Global Economic Governance in crisis: The way forward
DESCRIPTION: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 Bretton Woods.\nThis Roundtable will discuss the future of the global economic order and different scenarios that we need to be thinking about.
URL:https://africatalyst.com/event/global-economic-governance-in-crisis-the-way-forward/
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SUMMARY:Developing A Credit Ratings Ecosystem In Africa
DESCRIPTION: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 G20 in 2025\, and the African Union (AU) now a permanent member of the G20\, this is a critical moment for African governments to shape the reform of the global financial architecture in a way that supports fair and sustainable access to credit. \nRecent developments in this area include the AU’s establishment of an Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA)\, led by the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM)\, as well as the launch of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) and AfriCatalyst credit ratings initiative in 2024\, aimed at helping African countries navigate their credit ratings processes effectively. \nBuilding on this\, The APRM\, UNDP\, UNECA\, ACET\, AfriCatalyst and the Open Society Foundations are co-hosting a side event titled: Developing a credit rating ecosystem in Africa\, on the margins of the 2025 IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings This event will explore how a well-functioning\, African-led credit rating ecosystem can mobilize financing\, enhance debt sustainability\, and drive Africa’s development agenda at the global level. \nThe event will provide a platform for discussions on several issues related to credit ratings\, including: \na)     The role of credit ratings in shaping Africa’s economic development. \nb)    Challenges and opportunities in the credit rating process for African countries. . \nc)     The rationale and roadmap for establishing an Africa Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA). \nd)     Highlight the current and planned work of credit ratings capacity building initiatives. \ne)     Explore strategies to improve transparency and engagement with global rating agencies. \nf)      Strengthen collaboration between African institutions and international financial organizations. \ng)     Collaboration between African institutions and international stakeholders to enhance the credit rating process.
URL:https://africatalyst.com/event/developing-a-credit-rating-ecosystem-in-africa/
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