Author: InvestAdvocate

Europe Needs a Coordinated Approach to Industrial Policy

(Credit: Tramino/iStock by Getty Images) December 16, 2024/IMFBlog By Alfred Kammer, Andrew Hodge, and Roberto Piazza Industrial policy is having a moment in Europe, as countries increasingly turn to sectoral policy interventions to address the challenges of geopolitical fragmentation and economic security, enhance productivity, and accelerate the green transition. State aid […]

AfDB to Make $30 Million Equity Investment in AFC to Catalyse Climate Action

The investment is projected to contribute to the creation of over 1,600 full-time equivalent jobs by 2031, while also fostering regional integration, and generating clean, reliable energy December 16, 2024/AfDB The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors has approved a $30 million equity investment in Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) for […]

UBA Donates N500 Million to Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Pledges Support for State’s Effort at Improving Security

December 16, 2024/UBA United Bank for Africa(UBA) through UBA Foundation, its corporate social responsibility arm, has donated the sum of N500 million to the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF), as part of its continued commitment to secure environment for individuals and businesses. The N500m cheque was presented to the […]