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IDA for Africa Heads of State Summit

   

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African Leaders unveiled a bold transformation agenda at the Heads of State Summit in Nairobi. They rallied around an ambitious vision, aiming to improve lives and create opportunities, with the World Bank’s IDA as a cornerstone for success. The summit also witnessed the launch of a coalition uniting civil society, foundations, the private sector, and young people to champion a robust replenishment of IDA's resources.

WHAT IS IDA?

The International Development Association (IDA) is the part of the World Bank that invests in the future of people and planet, with projects across 75 countries. Established in 1960, IDA aims to reduce poverty by providing grants and zero- to low-interest loans for programs that boost economic growth, reduce inequalities, and improve people’s living conditions.

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(All times are in Nairobi, Kenya's local time zone.)

09:00 – 09:10

Opening Remarks
Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u, Cabinet Secretary, National Treasury & Economic Planning, Kenya

09:10 – 09:12

Welcome Remarks
Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group.

09:15- 09:30

Keynote Address
By H.E. William Samoei Ruto, PhD, C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya

09:30 – 11:40

Statements
By Heads of State and Government

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Between 13:30 and 15:30 (Exact time TBC) Highlights of the Communiqué
Declaration by the Government of Kenya

 

Remarks: Unity and the Catalytic Power of IDA
- H.E William Samoei Ruto, PHD, C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya
- Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group

 

Launch of the IDA21 Coalition - Remarks from the IDA Coalition

 

Closing Remarks
H.E. William Samoei Ruto, PhD, C.G.H. President of the Republic of Kenya

Moderated by Yvonne Ndege, Former International TV Correspondent and UN Spokesperson.

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