President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina, is expected in Marrakesh on Monday for a four-day visit. “This visit renews the African Development Bank Group’s commitment to strengthening the exceptional partnership that has united Morocco with the institution for more than half a century – with results that benefit the population,” AfDB said in a statement. “Morocco is a source of inspiration; a country that demonstrates that, with ambition, will, and resources, transformation can become a reality,” Adesina was quoted in the statement as saying. The AfDB Group has been operating in Morocco for more than 50 years. Its portfolio is worth more than €12 billion, covering health, agriculture, energy, water, transport, human development and the financial sector.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 16, 2022 01:56 UTC