PM Abiy Consults with AfDB President on Strengthening Development Finance

Addis Ababa, February 14, 2026 (ENA)—Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held a productive discussion with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit.

Building on their previous engagement during the G20 meetings, the leaders focused on strengthening the Bank’s role in advancing inclusive growth, expanding development finance, and scaling up strategic investments across Africa.

Following the meeting, Prime Minister Abiy noted that the discussions served as a follow-up to their G20 dialogue, aimed at reinforcing AfDB’s contribution to promoting inclusive growth, enhancing development finance mechanisms, and supporting transformative investments throughout the continent, according to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister underscored the importance of coordinated and strategic investment efforts to bolster Africa’s economic resilience and accelerate sustainable development.