As the driving force behind transformation in West Africa, the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) finances priority sectors in the subregion, which support regional integration in line with the ECOWAS agenda.

The Bank also mobilises financing from within and outside the sub-region and works in collaboration with international institutions such as India Exim Bank.

In 2025, EBID’s vision remains unchanged: to become the leading regional development and investment bank in West Africa, promoting industrialisation, job creation, and economic well-being.

In this newsletter, you will learn about the actions taken by EBID as part of its GRO (Growth, Resilience, Optimization) strategy to promote sustainable development in West Africa. The Bank is stimulating growth by financing transformative projects in the areas of energy, education, industry, and infrastructure. In terms of resilience, the Bank is strengthening internal risk management frameworks and preparing for external shocks. Finally, in terms of optimization, the Bank is leveraging partnerships to maximize impact, ensuring that each investment translates into measurable progress.

Together, these pillars position EBID as a catalyst for a more prosperous, integrated, and climate- friendly West Africa.

Join the Bank in its efforts to transform ECOWAS Communities and promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth through strategic investments.

Anita SOMDA-DALA
Head of Division, Communication and External Relation
[email protected]