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BADEA : record budget of $18.375 billion for the 9th five-year plan
The Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) has announced a historic budget of $18.375 billion (11,695 billion CFA francs) for its 9th five-year plan, covering 2025-2029. This 120% increase from the previous plan reflects BADEA’s commitment to Africa’s development. The funding will support infrastructure modernization, industrialization, entrepreneurship, and the creation of sustainable jobs by 2030.