AfDB

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AfDB
Stands forAfrican Development Bank
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AfDB stands for African Development Bank, an international organization abbreviation.

Multilateral development bank that finances infrastructure, agriculture, energy and private-sector projects across Africa. Its members include African countries and non-African shareholders.

Example: The AfDB financed a regional power line linking three countries.

Usage notes

Founded in 1964 and based in Abidjan, it moved temporarily to Tunis from 2003 to 2014 because of unrest in Côte d'Ivoire. Its group includes the African Development Fund, which gives concessional loans and grants to the poorest members. Its leadership is chosen by shareholders in a weighted vote.

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