On the margins of the #SpringMeetings, ES @ClaverGatete had a fruitful discussion with World Bank ED @Zaweki . The two institutions agreed to strengthen collaboration on #AfCFTA implementation, #DRM, RVCs & climate resilience among others. 1/2

"Energy security is an important catalyst to Africa's devt" said ES @ClaverGatete during his meeting with World Bank ED @Zaweki. The two agreed to work together in supporting the AU to implement its Energy Strategy. 2/2

ED Dr. Zarau Kibwe & AED Ms. Lonkhululeko Magagula met with Eswatini Government at the 2025 #WBGSpringMeetings. Discussed #IDA21, jobs, and the upcoming ED Mission in May. Strong push for small states & private sector growth. #AfricaGroup1 #SM25 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe Ms. Lonkhululeko Magagula

Dr. Zarau Kibwe met with Lesotho’s delegation at the #WBGSpringMeetings to discuss economic reforms, private sector growth, and the vital role of #IDA21 in supporting small states. Zarau Wendeline Kibwe #SM25 #AfricaGroup1 #Lesotho

Met with #Sudan’s Finance Minister Dr. Gibril Ibrahim at the 2025 #WBGSpringMeetings. Discussed peace progress, revenue recovery & economic outlook. Looking forward to strengthening our partnership. #SM25 #AfricaGroup1 Sudan Ministry of Finance Gebreil Ibrahim Zarau Wendeline Kibwe

ED Dr. Zarau Kibwe met MOFED&IP during the 2025 #WBGSpringMeetings. Productive discussion on re-engagement, debt resolution & private sector investment. Strong momentum on the #SMP & #SDP. #AfricaGroup1 #SM25 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe Hon Prof Mthuli Ncube

Great meeting with #Mozambique’s delegation at the 2025 #WBGSpringMeetings. We discussed climate resilience, security-driven FDI, and #IDA support for the 20-year plan. Proud of their role in #Mission300. #AfricaGroup1 #SM25 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe

Engaged with Rwanda’s delegation led by Hon. Minister Yusuf Murangwa during the 2025 #SpringMeetings to discuss their strong portfolio, ongoing reforms & deepening our development partnership. #Rwanda #AfricaGroup1 #WBGSpringMeetings #SM25

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Congratulations to Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi for being elected the World Health Organization Regional Director for Africa, for the term 2025-2030. With decades of expertise and experience in the health sector, I have every confidence that you have all that it takes to

Proud to co-host the 1st-ever #AfricaDay at World Bank HQ! Grateful to Ambassadors & reps from #AfricaGroup1 countries for joining us in reaffirming Africa’s leadership in global development. #AfricaGroup1 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe Ms. Lonkhululeko Magagula

ED Dr. Zarau Kibwe is in #Mogadishu for a two-day mission to advance #Somalia’s development priorities & deepen collaboration with authorities, partners & the private sector. Thank you @FinanceSomalia for the warm welcome! #AfricaGroup1 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe Abdirahman Bashir S

Great meeting with H.E. Bihi Iman Egeh (Bihi Egeh), #Somalia’s Finance Minister (@MoF_somalia), in #Mogadishu. We discussed leveraging #IDA21 to advance reforms & inclusive growth. Grateful for the strong partnership! #AfricaGroup1 Zarau Wendeline Kibwe

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