Daouda Sembene

To all our Partners, Friends and community, thank you for an impactful 2025.

AfriCatalyst convenes its inaugural Advisory Board meeting. Members include Ibrahim Mayaki, @MMohieldin27 , @SongweVera, @mnsanzabaganwa, @sobel_mark & Farrah Barrios. Read More: africatalyst.com/africatalyst-c…

Yesterday I spoke at @ForeignPolicy’s Forum at #UNGA alongside @lauraabcarvalho and @DaoudaSembene on Borrower Leadership & Systemic Reform. Investment and purpose-driven finance must be part of the solution for debt reform. Read our paper on blended finance - Mind the Mission not the Gap ➡️ ucl.ac.uk/bartlett/publi… Read our @g20org discussion paper on the principles for an inclusive and sustainable global economy ➡️ ucl.ac.uk/bartlett/ucl-i…

AfriCatalyst joined the AU Debt Conference in Lomé, where Dr. Daouda Sembene and leaders called for urgent reforms to tackle Africa’s debt crisis. Key: stronger governance, fairer credit ratings & innovative finance for Agenda 2063. 🔗 africatalyst.com #DebtSustainability

As part of the Joint Credit Ratings initiative by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) x AfriCatalyst.

In this episode, our guest, @jeanmarckilolo , an economist at @ECA_OFFICIAL , discusses the governance challenges facing credit rating agencies and explores potential solutions for a more transparent and accountable rating system. @DaoudaSembene

Happy International Women's Day! This year, we embrace the theme #AccelerateEquality, recognizing that progress towards #GenderEquality requires intentional efforts and sustained action.

New Report Alert! Today, on the sideleines of the #G20SouthAfrica/ #fics2025 summit in Cape town South Africa, we launched our new report titled; "Chasing Capital: African Sub-Regional Development Banks in Focus".

As the @_AfricanUnion Commission embraces new leadership, several key focus areas will be critical in driving Africa's progress, including political acumen, economic insight, cross-border collaboration, and effective communication.

Speaking at the Presidential Breakfast on Credit Ratings, Kenyan President William Ruto highlighted the urgent need for accurate #creditratings & acknowledged the work of @UNDP & @_Africatalyst in strengthening Africa's creditworthiness. #AUSummit2025 📺 youtube.com/watch?v=exeQzr…

Four skills the ⁦@_AfricanUnion⁩ Commission’s new leadership needs! ⁦@DaoudaSembene⁩ ⁦@_Africatalyst⁩ ⁦@SAIIA_info⁩ african.business/2025/02/politi…

As the @_AfricanUnion elects new leaders this weekend, @MOGinAfrica, @Siderop and @DaoudaSembene outline 4 key skills needed from those at the helm. ⬇️

In their latest blog, @Naykemonty & @DaoudaSembene dive into @_Africatalyst's paper on IDA's potential to help borrowers mitigate risks of external debt crises. Here's how IDA can give low-income countries an opportunity for resilient economic growth: bit.ly/4gPfxgQ

2024 has been a year of growth, impact, and meaningful collaboration for us at AfriCatalyst. From key events and dialogues to strong partnerships, we’ve expanded our reach and built meaningful connections along the way. Here’s a look at the moments that shaped our journey.🧵

#AfriCatalyst is looking for two talented individuals to join our team and make an impact across Africa! 1️⃣ Project Manager: Sustainable Development Finance & Capital Markets (DAKAR) - Bilingual 🔗Apply here jobs.smartrecruiters.com/TALENT2AFRICA/… #LifeAtAfriCatalyst

Key highlight: Our CEO, @DaoudaSembene shared @_AfriCatalyst's perspective on pull financing & Africa's climate finance opportunities. Thank you to all partners! Together, we’ll keep driving strategies for climate resilience & sustainable development #ClimateAction #COP29 @KPMG

Did you know? Africa's debt crisis is worsened by reliance on foreign currency-denominated debt which exposes many low-income countries to exchange rate volatility? Our new report explores how MDBs can provide solutions by offering local currency loans to ease debt burdens and ensure stable debt servicing. Read more: africatalyst.com/wp-content/upl… #AfriCatalyst #DebtCrisis #LocalCurrencyLoans #SovereignDebt #AfricaDevelopment #FinancialInclusion #DebtRestructuring #EconomicStability

With only six years left to meet #SDGs & climate goals by 2030 MDBs must prioritize methane abatement. Our new policy paper outlines transformative MDB strategies for methane reduction across Africa. 🔗africatalyst.com/wp-content/upl… #COP29 #MethaneActionAfrica #Africatalyst

⏰REMINDER This is happening today, with @ecuarauz, @niramer24, @DaoudaSembene & Pep Bardoullie, discussing #SDRs as a tool to create a fit-for-crisis global financial safety net. Please register ASAP: tinyurl.com/SDRsSideEvent

Tinkering at the edges is not enough. I’ve joined dozens of economists, civil society leaders, and other experts in calling on @IMFNews to end its dangerous surcharge policy once and for all. bu.edu/gdp/2024/10/10…