Sustainability

By Edith Kikonyogo  The cost of electricity in sub-Saharan Africa is 3,188% of the income per capita, making it the highest globally and nearly three...

This second conference came at a time of record momentum for African tourism. The continent welcomed 74 million international arrivals in 2024, a seven per cent increase over 2019 and 12 per cent more than in 2023, signalling a strong recovery and renewed global interest in African destinations.

In 2017, El-Sisi became the first Egyptian head of state to visit Vietnam, a gesture that resulted in several cooperation documents aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Vietnam is also a founding member of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), signalling its growing role in regional economic development.

“This report is a record of the tangible, large-scale impact we’ve always aimed for—driven by disciplined capital, strategic partnerships, and a focus on outcomes that matter,” said Samaila Zubairu, President & CEO of AFC. “From clean energy to industrial ecosystems and regional rail links, AFC’s investments are transforming challenges into opportunities and unlocking Africa’s potential at scale.”