As the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) navigates a global landscape marked by both challenge and opportunity, the Bank remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering sustainable development and inclusive growth across our vibrant region. This edition provides a comprehensive overview of our recent strategic initiatives and significant achievements, underscoring our unwavering dedication to the socio-economic advancement of West Africa.

This quarter, EBID is proud to announce its Board of Directors’ approval of a substantial investment of US$308.631 million to catalyse progress in critical sectors such as clean energy, industrial capacity building, social development, and private sector growth. This newsletter highlights exciting articles on the proactive engagement of EBID President, Dr. George Agyekum Donkor on the international stage, where he championed the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence and innovation at the Rebranding Africa Forum 2025. His energetic advocacy for scalable climate finance for Africa’s growth at AFIS 2025 and the presentation of innovative financing models to boost Africa’s creative economy further illustrate the Bank’s leadership in building a prosperous future for the continent.

EBID’s commitment to empowering regional businesses and fostering human capital development is evident in the extension of a USD 10 million facility to Vista Bank Sierra Leone and a USD 40 million credit line to Vista Gui, both aimed at bolstering SME and SMI activities in key sectors. Additionally, EBID has granted a EUR 50 million credit line to boost human capital development in Togo, recognising the paramount importance of education and skills in driving national progress.

Finally, this newsletter reviews the latest news from EBID, including the eagerly awaited announcement of the 4th edition of the President’s Roundtable on the theme “From the Farm to the Port: Financing the Value Chains of West Africa’s Cash Crops”. This prestigious programme continues to serve as an essential platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the development of innovative solutions to address the most pressing development challenges facing West Africa.

Discover the rich content of this informative and inspiring newsletter as we work collectively to build a more resilient, prosperous, and inclusive West Africa.

Anita SOMDA-DALA
Head of Division, Communication and External Relation
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