
Akinwumi Adesina
President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Africa's "optimist-in-chief"
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May 2, 2024 • 36min
This bank is turning Africa into a climate investment opportunity
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, discusses how the bank is attracting investors to fund green projects in Africa. Topics include climate investments, solar panels in the Sahel, a hydroelectric dam in Mozambique, and making climate investments more appealing globally.

Sep 26, 2024 • 44min
OpenAI Discusses Giving Altman 7% Stake in For-Profit Shift
Mira Murati, former Chief Technology Officer of OpenAI, discusses the company's major leadership changes and a strategic shift towards a for-profit model. Andrew Forrest, Executive Chairman of Fortescue, highlights groundbreaking green mining initiatives and innovations in hydrogen technology. Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the Africa Development Bank, emphasizes the pressing need for financing to tackle economic challenges in Africa, particularly climate resilience and infrastructure. Together, they share insights on sustainability, leadership, and transformative development in the global economy.

Jun 17, 2024 • 23min
Akinwumi Adesina: Africa rising?
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, discusses the need for international financial backing to boost Africa's economy. Topics include economic growth prospects, challenges like debt and climate change, anti-corruption efforts, climate financing, clean energy initiatives, attracting investments, and creating partnerships for Africa's development.