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The Comoros
A small island nation in the Indian Ocean, the Union of the Comoros is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Protecting biodiversity, improving access to water and energy, strength...
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Environmental and Social (E&S) Complaints Mechanism
Any individual, group or community harmed by environmental or social incidents caused by an AFD-financed project can file a complaint via the Environmental and Social Complaints Mechanism.
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Climate change: a MOOC for more sustainable construction in the Mediterranean
From heat waves and droughts to water stress, the Mediterranean is on the front line of climate change. How can buildings be designed to remain comfortable and energy-efficient under these conditions?...
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Viet Nam
From the "Doi Moi" reforms of the 1990s to the "Ky Nguyen Moi" era in 2025, Viet Nam has experienced rapid development, and aims to continue on this path to become a high-income country by 2045. At CO...
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European Union and France mobilise €118 million to provide Durrës with an upgraded wastewater treatment system
The EU, the French Development Agency and Albania today marked the launch of the first phase of a major project to upgrade Durrës’ wastewater infrastructure in line with EU standards, improving sanita...
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French Polynesia
French Polynesia is made up of islands and atolls scattered over 5.5 million km² in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Because of its geographical isolation, it encounters significant economic challenge...
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Contact AFD
Would you like to contact Agence Française de Développement (AFD)? Find the contact details for our offices in France and the different ways to reach our teams, depending on the nature of your request...
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Inclusive economic and social recovery around Lake Chad
The security crisis around Lake Chad has led to the displacement of millions of people. To address the crisis, AFD, in the context of the Sahel Alliance, is supporting activities for economic recovery...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Group? How is it financed? Who benefits from its work? Find the answers to the most frequently asked questions about AFD Group here.
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Agence française de développement successfully prices a new 4.125% EUR 1.5 billion benchmark due 25 May 2034
On Wednesday 9 September 2026, Agence française de développement (AFD), rated A+ (stable) by S&P and A+ (stable) by Fitch, successfully issued a new EUR 1.5 billion short 8-year benchmark due 25 May 2...
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How do we Measure Adaptation to Climate Change?
Since 2015, AFD Group has stepped up its commitment to initiatives that boost adaptation to climate change. A recent evaluation of 35 projects with an "adaptation" component in sub-Saharan Africa enab...
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Holistic Forest Conservation in Madagascar: Is it Working?
The lush forests of Madagascar are home to a bewildering variety of wildlife and biodiversity. But they are threatened by deforestation and the destruction of natural habitats. The Holistic Forest Con...
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Strengthening the protection of children affected by the Syrian crisis
The NGO Terre des Hommes Lausanne, the largest Swiss children’s aid organization, is working in Lebanon and Jordan to strengthen the protection of children against violence, exploitation and abuse, by...
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Strengthening access to water and mental health and psychosocial support services
The NGO Action Against Hunger (ACF) is working in Jordan and Iraqi Kurdistan to assist communities affected by the Syrian and Iraqi crises, with a focus on access to healthcare and water. AFD is suppo...
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Amal – Hope: Bringing hope through jobs for young Jordanians and Syrian refugees
Directly support 1,350 young Jordanians and Syrian refugees to increase their employability and help them become economically empowered through market-driven training, job placement and entrepreneursh...
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Marie-Pierre BOURZAI
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Director, Latin America Department
Latin America, urban development, external action by local authorities
PEA - TCHAD Project: partnership for energy transition
Build an international training centre for electrical engineering in Chad – this is the ambition of the PEA-TCHAD project, which was selected for the first edition of the “Academia Partnerships Africa...
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Mauritania
A bridge between the Maghreb and sub-Saharan Africa, Mauritania is a large and diverse country, home to 5 million people across more than one million square kilometers. It is rich in natural resources...
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Support Fund for Feminist Organizations: actively promoting the rights of women and girls (FSOF)
The Support Fund for Feminist Organizations (FSOF) forms part of France’s feminist diplomacy and supports feminist organizations operating in AFD’s partner countries.
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