Celebrating 40 years of advancing trade, regional economic integration, and sustainable development across the continent, with Admassu Tadesse, Group President and Managing Director at development bank TDB Group.
Global Finance: Over the past four decades, how has TDB Group’s mandate and geographical footprint evolved, and what have been the most significant milestones in advancing trade, regional...
The narrative presented by TDB Group’s leadership offers a compelling vision of Africa’s development trajectory, emphasizing the role of DFIs in addressing structural financing gaps. The strongest version of this narrative acknowledges the institution’s evolution from a regional trade financier to a multifaceted group with diverse vehicles tailored to different investor preferences and impact priorities. This adaptability is framed as a response to persistent challenges like risk pricing, debt s...