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Clean Oceans Initiative
An estimated 12 million tons of plastic waste enter the oceans every year. The Clean Oceans Initiative was launched in October 2018 by the European Investment Bank together with the French and German...
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Brazil
In Brazil, AFD Group supports the transition toward a more inclusive, low-carbon, and climate-resilient development model. In line with international commitments on sustainable development and climate...
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Urban Fabric Initiative (UFI) Nairobi under the second Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Program (KISIP 2)
Within the frame of Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Program (KISIP 2), AFD is launching a call for proposals for the Urban Fabric Initiative (UFI) in Nairobi. The aim is to fund small-scale publ...
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Support for geothermal exploration (Menengai)
This project promotes Kenyan growth in low carbon through the development of renewable energy by supporting geothermal exploration.
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The Sustainable Housing Initiative (Shi) to Promote Access to Affordable Homes
AFD has launched the Sustainable Housing Initiative (SHI) to support access to decent housing. This multi-country facility aims to support the implementation of affordable and sustainable housing poli...
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Upgrading the drinking water supply in Soweto
AFD is supporting the upgrade of the drinking water network infrastructure and the improvement of the water supply service quality in Soweto.
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Rehabilitation of Kenyan coastal water and sanitation systems (Mombasa, Kilifi, Malindi, Kwale)
Rehabilitation of potable water production capacities of Baricho and Marere and extension of the network to Nyali.
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Reliability of electricity distribution - Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa
As part of its partnership with Kenyan authorities in the energy sector, AFD is providing direct funding to Kenya Power to support the implementation of part of its master plan.
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Strengthening the Nairobi Power Grid: Nairobi Ring
As part of its partnership with the Kenyan authorities in the energy sector, AFD supports the structuring of the national electricity grid by supporting the setting up an electric ring around the capi...
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African Mines: how to avoid the extractive trap?
Against the backdrop of the worldwide rush to acquire critical minerals, what are the challenges and opportunities for the mining sector in Africa? Agence Française de Développement organized a webina...
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Promoting private investment in MH&H
Ethiopia set up the first Development Impact Bond (DIB) pilot project to promote gender equality by leveraging private sector investment to absorb the risk involved in providing Menstrual Health and H...
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ETHIOPIA: Scientific cooperation to preserve Ethiopia’s cultural heritage and tourism
The project addresses the urgent need to restore and preserve Lalibela's churches through scientific and technical cooperation to build local capacity required for the preservation and management of E...
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ETHIOPIA: Maze National Park preservation support
This is a project designed to improve the long term integrity and management of natural resources and biodiversity in Maze National Park for the benefit of ecosystems and communities.
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ETHIOPIA: Civil Society Innovation Fund for diversification
The Civil Society Innovation Fund (CSIF) aims to support the development of a more democratic, pluralist and innovative Ethiopian civil society landscape.
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ETHIOPIA: Reviving agriculture post-conflict
This project will contribute to food security through the rehabilitation of agriculture in conflict-affected areas of Ethiopia and the strengthening of the seed value chain.
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ETHIOPIA: Boosting menstrual health product markets
The goal of this project is to increase sustainable access for girls and women to quality, affordable and environmental friendly menstrual hygiene products by developing the value chain of these produ...
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ETHIOPIA: Groundwater mapping for drought regions
As part of AFD’s "Climate Resilience for Rural Africa" initiative, the Bureau de Recherches Géologiques et Minières (BRGM) is conducting a study of aquifer recharge potential as an integrated tool to...
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ETHIOPIA: EEP technical support by RTE International
The aim of this partnership is to provide EEP with technical assistance in areas of strategic importance for the safety and sustainability of its network, plus support to optimize and improve network...
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ETHIOPIA: Drinking water access in 43 towns
This project aims to improve living conditions for communities in 43 small and medium towns in Ethiopia by improving access to clean drinking water.
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KENYA: Solar-wind hybrid power for rural grids
AFD is supporting Kenya’s plan to provide affordable, sustainable electricity by retrofitting diesel-powered mini-grids with solar energy.
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