Author name: AdmAADFI

In 2025, the Bank of Industry (BOI) has emerged as a leading force in African development finance, demonstrating excellence across multiple fronts — from innovative capital raising to strategic partnerships and sustainable financial leadership. The following report synthesizes BOI’s key achievements and initiatives so far this year. 1. BOI Honored with Syndicated Loan Deal of

On 23 June 2025, the Development Bank of Southern Africa proudly hosted the inaugural South African Development Finance Institutions Forum (SADFIF). This was a groundbreaking initiative to unite development finance institutions (DFIs) across the country for greater impact. The event brought together 23 DFIs representing national, provincial and district level interest, allowing for the establishment of

In a remarkable demonstration of development finance in action, the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) has significantly expanded its investment footprint, positioning itself as a catalyst for Uganda’s industrialization and sustainable economic development. Since its re-establishment in 2016, UDC – Uganda’s state-owned development finance institution – has deployed capital strategically into high-impact sectors such as agro-manufacturing,

The AADFI was represented by its Secretary-General, Mr. Cyril Okoye, at the Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility Closing Event held on June 18, 2025, at The Square in Brussels, Belgium. The event, themed “From Coordination to Collaboration: 5 Years of the ICR Facility,” brought together stakeholders to reflect on the initiative’s achievements and explore the transition to its