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Improving waste management in Antananarivo
Waste in the capital of Madagascar saturates the Andralanitra landfill and poses serious health problems. AFD is helping the city secure and reorganize the landfill’s activity.
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Improving access to essential drugs for the population
Basic healthcare provision is extremely limited in Madagascar. AFD has set out to improve the situation by building the supply and storage capacity of the country’s central medical store.
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Renovation Of The Warsak Hydroelectric Power Plant
Pakistan is going through a major energy crisis. In order to help solve this problem, the Pakistani government is relying partly on hydropower – a source of energy that is both economical and does not...
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Skill Development In Hydroelectricity In Mangla
Pakistan suffers from a lack of skills in the hydroelectric power sector. With the establishment of this training centre, aimed at becoming a centre of excellence in hydropower in Pakistan, this proje...
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Developing Hydroelectricity In Pakistan With The Harpo Power Plant
While it is heavily dependent on fossil fuel imports, Pakistan has huge untapped hydropower potential. AFD supports the Pakistani government in its mission to develop the hydropower sector through the...
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The EU-AFD Research Facility on Inequalities
Funded by the European Union and implemented by AFD, the Research Facility on Inequalities aims to strengthen knowledge on inequality in low and middle income countries. After the success of the first...
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Algeria
Algeria, which is located in the centre of the Maghreb, has some real assets: an advantageous strategic position, abundant hydrocarbon resources and a young population. However, the country is current...
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Developing Pakistan's Hydroelectric Resources With The Jabban Power Plant
Faced with a sustainable energy crisis, Pakistan seeks to further develop its hydroelectric resources. A core feature of the government programme, this project enabled the rehabilitation of the Jabban...
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Extension Of The Aga Khan University Hospital In Karachi
The Aga Khan University Hospital in Karachi is Pakistan's most renowned health facility and plays a decisive social role in improving and providing access to health care. This project will finance the...
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Mohmand-Munda Multi-Purpose Dam (First Phase)
Financing of the first phase of the Munda Multipurpose Dam project, including detailed pre-project studies and preparatory work.
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Increasing Hydroelectric Power Production With The Jaggran II Plant
The Pakistani authorities are facing a crisis of sustainability in the electricity sector. In order to meet demand and reduce the country's dependence on oil prices, this project calls for the constru...
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Cifre PhD: A Specific Mechanism for Doctoral Students
Are you a doctoral student, and would you like to benefit from the Cifre mechanism to join AFD while you prepare your PhD? AFD publishes two to three calls for applications a year. You will find all...
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Upgrading Johannesburg and Cape Town international airports
AFD is supporting the development of South Africa’s airport infrastructure. The aim is to promote the development of tourism and trade, and thereby create jobs. This development will strengthen their...
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Support the Upscaling of the Electric Power Industry
The reform of the power sector is one of the main pillars of Nigeria’s growth strategy. AFD contributes to its success by supporting the modernization of training in the sector.
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Reduce Food and Nutrition Insecurity in West Africa
Deeply affected by under- and malnutrition, countries of the Economic Community of West African States are also exposed to recurring food crises. AFD favors the strengthening of its prevention and int...
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Biogas reservoirs to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions in Karnataka
AFD assisted the NGO GoodPlanet, as well as a local NGO, in the development of an innovative approach to financing access to energy for disadvantaged rural families.
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Support agriculture and income activities
AFD is supporting the financing of productive investments (equipment and land acquisition), particularly in the field of agriculture and livestock raising, in order to offset the lack of long-term fin...
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CICLIA: Cities and Climate in Africa
Initiated in 2016 by AFD and supported by the European Union and SECO, CICLIA supports African cities in the preparation of low-carbon and resilient urban projects. More specifically, CICLIA funds stu...
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Large-scale development program to meet housing and equipment needs in Greater Nouméa
Two comprehensive development areas (ZAC) with complementary purposes – accommodate housing and business activities – have been created. The aim is to address the challenges of urbanization and develo...
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Strengthening electricity distribution in Dhaka
Securing its electricity supply is a priority for Bangladesh in order to support its economic and social development. AFD is helping the Dhaka Power Distribution Company (DPDC) to modernize its networ...
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