Publications and media
Sargassum strandings in the Caribbean - How can we integrate knowledge, innovation, and governance to find a s...
Although of natural origin, Sargassum has proliferated under the combined effects of climate change—warming waters, increased nutrient inputs, and altered ocean currents. The phenomenon has expanded a...
East Jerusalem: Strengthening Saint Joseph Hospital
Amid mounting pressure on the Palestinian health system, France – through AFD – is supporting an ambitious project to renovate and expand the Saint Joseph Hospital in East Jerusalem.
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2024 Sustainable Development Goal bond reporting
In 2020, to increase the consistency of its 100% Paris Agreement and 100% Social Link commitments with its presence on the markets, the AFD Group set up a framework for bond issues aligned with the Su...
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Why does AFD also finance China, India, Brazil and Türkiye?
China, India, Brazil, Türkiye… Why does the AFD Group also operate in these major emerging economies, often perceived as established powers rather than “natural” priorities for development aid? Becaus...
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Carbon market integrity: How to move beyond the limitations and uncertainties?
Carbon markets are expanding rapidly, driven by net-zero commitments and the rise of compliance mechanisms. Yet their environmental integrity remains fragile: information asymmetries, over-crediting,...
AFD in Fiji
The second largest economy among the Pacific Islands, the Fiji archipelago has a population of nearly one million, whose daily lives remain deeply rooted in community bonds. Since opening its office...
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Unseen and Unheard: How Technology Facilitates Gender-Based Violence and What We Can Do About It
This conference is part of the "TechTalks" series.
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Promoting menstrual health and hygiene Impact and lessons learned from two projects in Ethiopia and Madagascar
Menstrual health and hygiene is a global issue affecting nearly 500 million people. Despite being on the international agenda, there is still a lack of data to identify effective levers for promoting...
Infographic – Our Activity to Support Financial Systems in 2024
In 2024, the loans signed between AFD Group and its clients in the sector of public and private financial systems totaled €2.8 billion, and the loans allocated st ood at almost €3 billion. The Grou...
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Financial Systems – 2024 Activity Report
In 2024, AFD Group redefined its “Financial Systems” roadmap to better address sustainability challenges and the vulnerabilities of financial systems in developing countries. Amid an international...
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At the gates of Europe: Albania faces the challenge of convergence
After 45 years of isolation under a totalitarian communist regime headed by the Party of Labor of Albania (1944-1991), in the early 1990s, Albania engaged in a profound transition marked by considerab...
The transition wall: Assessing climate investment dynamics in vulnerable countries
Some developing economies are approaching what can be described as a “transition wall” – a situation in which they are highly vulnerable to climate change and nature loss, yet unable to mobilize the i...
Ukraine: Rebuilding cities and supporting people
Faced with the destruction caused by the war, Ukrainian cities must rebuild essential services to ensure water supply, mobility, and access to healthcare.
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Assessing CO2 Emissions from Deforestation and Fires in Bolivia Between 2010 and 2023
This study estimates net annual CO2 emissions from deforestation and fires in Bolivia from 2010 to 2023, considering both gross emissions and absorptions resulting from land clearing, land use change,...
Kenya: 100 km of roads to transform residents’ lives
The ASAL Roads Rehabilitation Project is improving connectivity and safety across Kenya’s arid and semi-arid lands.
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Critical Mining Asset Control and Geoeconomic Fragmentation: What Is Left for Developing Countries?
The green economy offers major development potential through climate-focused goods, but access to critical minerals is essential. Developing countries are often limited to supplying raw materials and...
Research Conversations replay - Indonesia: Achieving a Just and Sustainable Energy Transition
This webinar is part of the conference series 'Research Conversations'.
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Simulating the Employment and Inequality Impacts of the Energy Transition in Mexico: An Input–Output Approach
This paper examines the distributive and labor market impacts of Mexico’s transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy using a multisector input–output model calibrated to the 2020 national accoun...
Assessing the Impact of the Monitoring, Follow-Up, and Control Strategy on Territorial Inequalities in Colombi...
This article analyzes the Monitoring, Tracking, and Control Strategy (EMSC) of Colombia's General System of Participations (SGP) as an instrument for reducing territorial gaps in key sectors such as e...
Mexico: An economic model under pressure from Trump 2.0
President Claudia Sheinbaum, inaugurated in October 2024, is facing a number of major internal and external challenges. Tensions with the United States (trade, migration, drug trafficking) have added...
Panorama of worldwide Climate and Nature solutions: supporting low-carbon, resilient and nature-positive transitions
This new edition of the World Tour of Climate Solutions presents a sample of projects, offering concrete and inspiring responses, financed by AFD Group. This collection invites you to discover a sel...
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