Our expertise by sector

Contributing to a fairer, more sustainable world

On the side of the most vulnerable and in support of major transitions, AFD Group mobilizes financing to fight poverty and inequality and to protect global public goods.

In every sector of intervention, we act according to three strategic priorities: protecting the planet, reducing multidimensional and gender inequalities, and promoting citizen and democratic participation along with the protection of human rights.

Sectors

Agriculture and rural development

Supporting sustainable agricultural value chains to safeguard food security and promote inclusive rural development
Biodiversity

Restoring and sustainably managing ecosystems in partnership with local populations, while integrating biodiversity across all our actions
Climate

Aiming for 100% of financed projects to be aligned with the Paris Agreement
Combating inequality

Acting at all levels to reduce inequalities and promote more equitable development, grounded in research and analysis
Crises and conflicts

Acting before, during, and after crises to strengthen peace and resilience, key drivers of sustainable development
Cultural and creative industries

Promoting inclusive access to culture as a common good, a driver of social cohesion, and a lever for development
Digital technology and innovation

Supporting our partners’ digital transition to make innovation a driver of sustainable development and inclusive growth
Education for citizenship and international solidarity

Promoting civic engagement for a fairer, more inclusive, and more sustainable world, in partnership with civil society organization
Education and training

Promoting quality education accessible to all, at every stage of life
Employment

Promoting inclusive and sustainable growth through quality jobs, social entrepreneurship, and private sector support
Energy

Meeting the challenge of sustainable energy access for all and supporting countries in their energy transition
Financial systems

Building sustainable economic, social, and environmental pathways in partnership with financial institutions and regulators
Governance

Promoting effective public action, citizen participation, and fair migration policies
Gender equality

Adopting a feminist approach to development and advancing France’s feminist diplomacy by integrating gender equality into all our actions
Human rights and rights of nature

Supporting human rights and democracy everywhere, combating disinformation, and rethinking our relationship with nature to build a new model of development
Health and social protection

Meeting the challenge of universal access to quality health and social protection services in the face of demographic, economic, and environmental pressures
Infrastructure

Supporting sustainable infrastructure across all sectors (transport, energy, water, and digital) to serve people, businesses, and territories
Mobility and transport

Improving access to safe and efficient transport through sustainable mobility systems that combine infrastructure, services, and regulation
Social & Inclusive Business

Supporting economic actors committed to sustainable development at every stage of their growth
Sport and development

Using sport as a lever for inclusion, peace, and equality by supporting access to sport for all, everywhere in the world
Sustainable cities

Promoting sustainable, inclusive, and resilient cities that ensure equitable access to services, transport, and employment
Water and sanitation

Meeting the challenge of universal access to water through sustainable infrastructure and nature-based solutions

News

Team Europe joins Thailand and international partners to strengthen flood resilience around Bangkok

Why does France’s development bank finance climate action in other countries?

Financial Systems
Climate

Published on October 7, 2026

What role does AFD Group play in international environmental negotiations?

Climate
Biodiversity

Published on October 7, 2026

Our projects by region

In figures

856 new projects signed in 2024
2,827 projects in progress
€10.1 billion committed in 2024 by AFD

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