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Build Capacity to Respond to Food Crises
The food crisis that hit West Africa in 2008 highlighted the necessity to strengthen emergency food security reserves at national and local levels, and to create a solidarity mechanism at regional lev...
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Improving drinking water supply for the city of Guilin and preserving resources
Due to rapid urban development, the city of Guilin is facing a sharp rise in demand for water. AFD is supporting a project that will increase the drinking water treatment capacity by 200,000 m3 per da...
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Environmentally friendly wastewater treatment in Xiangyang
The city of Xiangyang is experiencing strong population and economic growth which requires substantial short-term investments. The project to construct a wastewater treatment plant in the new Dongjin...
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Supporting Colombia’s fight against climate change
Colombia has a relatively low level of greenhouse gas emissions, but is one of the most vulnerable countries to climate change. This second climate loan aims to encourage Colombia to continue its effo...
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Improve Dhaka’s transport policies
With the support of the European Union, AFD is providing technical assistance to Dhaka’s transport authority. The goals are to ensure better planning of transport infrastructure projects, streamline t...
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Afric'Innov project: Supporting the development of innovative entrepreneurship in Africa
African incubators and innovative companies are experiencing structural difficulties in accessing financing. AFD is addressing them by supporting the Afric’innov program. This will create new jobs and...
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Preserving and developing the biodiversity of Tianma Nature Reserve
Located in Anhui Province, Tianma National Nature Reserve is home to abundant biodiversity but faces major ecological and economic challenges. AFD is providing financial and technical support to local...
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The ecological restoration of Wolong Lake, a major contribution to preserving biodiversity in China
An ambitious ecological restoration project supported by AFD in northeast China has helped to revive a vital wetland while also developing new sustainable activities. The project is a success for Fran...
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Completing the North power grid to improve living conditions for residents
The “completion of the North power grid” is part of the objective for the full electrification of the North of Grande Terre by connecting the municipalities of Pouebo, Ouégoa and Poum to the interconn...
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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 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
Located at the heart of the Maghreb, Algeria has several strong assets: a strategic geographic position, significant hydrocarbon resources, and a young population. However, the country now faces sever...
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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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Supporting the upscaling of Nigeria's 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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