Message by Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, for the International Women’s Day, March 8, 2021

As we celebrate the International Women’s Day, I celebrate all women around the world. I also celebrate all women at the African Development Bank. Everyone is born by a woman. Women give birth to life, but are often deprived of what they need to support a better life. It goes without saying that women are great leaders. Women are excellent entrepreneurs. Women are peace makers in their nations and communities. They help to form the balm that heals wounds in conflict affected areas, mediating and securing peace. […] Read More