African Development Bank Group’s Post

Since independence, our continent has stagnated, and the seminars held by international organizations like this, struggle to address urgent needs. The fight against corruption and the creation of a federal African military force are essential for resolving our conflicts. Without peace, Africa will not develop. We are lagging in the energy transition, even though our constant sunlight offers a unique opportunity. If we cannot provide affordable electricity to our citizens, we will only worsen their poverty. It is urgent to ask why we continue to wait for the West to define our strategies. Why aren’t we taking our destiny into our own hands? Educating Africans about our unity is crucial, but it is also time to recognize that current organizations only represent a small group traveling with the taxpayer’s money . A radical change is needed, as they are clearly out of touch with today’s challenges.

Good afternoon, esteemed panelists and participants, As MEAL, a Somali LNGO We believe that renewable energy is not just a tool for resilience but a lifeline for communities affected by displacement, climate shocks, and poor infrastructure. However, financing sustainable energy in fragile contexts remains a challenge. We would like to urge energy stakeholders to prioritize partnerships with local humanitarian organizations like MEAL, to: Co-develop small-scale renewable energy projects tailored to the needs of IDPs and host communities. Ensure inclusive energy financing models that support localized, sustainable solutions. Promote training programs to empower local communities to manage and maintain these energy systems.

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Great developments from Zambia as shared by HE. Hichilema I would like to add that energy transition is crucial for Africa a debate that should have begun yesterday, as it offers a pathway to sustainable development by addressing energy poverty, reducing reliance on fossil fuels, and combating climate change. It also promotes economic growth through job creation in renewable energy sectors and ensures energy security for a rapidly growing population. I pray this Summit comes up with solid resolutions that will be game changers for Africa and its people.

Now you fellow Africans: Electricity is important. But it's not a lifeline. Let's avoid hype. That way, we can tackle reality. So, electricity is a vital enhancement to livelihood. Ask, how do we reform our social dynamics, drawing in electricity, and so improving our productivity? The answer is local. Every pocket of our human ecosystem will have unique characteristics.

women should not be put aside ...we.should include women into this mission300...empowering women

Hichilema: 'We can't avoid the private sector.' But how? The international private investor isn't interested in social complexity (the risk). Way forward? Develop a relationship between international money and domestic money pools. Tough! But we can do it.

The President of Ghana has made a commendable statement, and we are delighted by his critical perspective and the options he presents for enhancing and sustaining ownership. His emphasis on preventing corruption is crucial, as he highlights that effective governance in procurement is a key factor for progress.

H.E President it's great our generation capacity increased in Ethiopia but the distribution and transmission network is so substandard; that caused a lot of frequent blackouts. So we need to have standard systems to impro6the reliability on top of generation. we also need to create enabling environment for private sectors and other stakeholders so as we can speed up access to all parts of Ethiopia l.

Energy -> Automation -> Manufacturing (READ::add value) -> Industrialization