CGIAR's Executive Managing Director, Ismahane Elouafi will participate in the 2025 Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank Group, joining leaders from across the continent and beyond to engage in critical discussions on Africa’s economic development, resilience, and sustainability.

 CGIAR's focus at this event is on deepening conversations around food systems transformation, climate-smart agriculture, and innovation-led partnerships. As the African Development Bank Group’s flagship event, the 2025 Annual Meeting brings together finance ministers, central bank governors, heads of state, and development partners to review the Bank’s operations and strategize future priorities. Themed around mobilizing private sector financing for climate and green growth in Africa, this year’s discussions will explore how the continent can build resilience through sustainable investment.