The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Professor Amon Murwira, yesterday, received credentials from the new Country Manager of the African Development Bank (AfDB) for Zimbabwe, Ms. Eyerusalem Fasika,
Speaking at the credentialing ceremony, Ms. Fasika reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to supporting Zimbabwe’s economic recovery.
“The African Development Bank remains committed to supporting Zimbabwe through the arrears clearance process and advancing ongoing economic reforms,” she said.
She highlighted the Bank’s continued focus on strategic sectors.
“Our support will concentrate on agriculture, energy, social services, and private sector development, in alignment with Zimbabwe’s National Development Strategy 2, Agenda 2063, and the Sustainable Development Goals,” Ms. Fasika said.
The Bank is also reviewing its current engagement in Zimbabwe to guide a new three-year strategy.
“We are assessing our current operations to inform a robust three-year strategy aimed at strengthening Zimbabwe’s economic growth and development,” she said.
Ms. Fasika added that the Bank would continue to engage closely with Government ministries, private sector actors, and development partners to ensure interventions are targeted and impactful.
“Our aim is to align our support with national priorities to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth,” she said.
Professor Murwira expressed appreciation for the Bank’s continued engagement and emphasised the role of international partners in advancing national development.
“We value the African Development Bank’s partnership as we pursue economic reforms, arrears clearance, and private sector growth,” he said.
Meanwhile the credentialing marks a significant step in revitalising Zimbabwe-AfDB relations and signals a shared commitment to advancing sustainable economic growth.
