African Development Bank and USAID Sign $600 Million Landmark Regional Development Agreement for the Sahel

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African Development Bank and USAID Sign $600 Million Landmark Regional Development Agreement for the Sahel
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The African Development Bank Group and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) have signed a landmark Regional Development Objective Agreement (RDOAG) to strengthen social and economic development in the Sahel. The signing ceremony was held at the U.S. Embassy in Dakar, Senegal.

Director General for West Africa Regional Development and Business Delivery Office Lamin Barrow and USAID/Senegal Mission Director Alyssa Leggoe signing the landmark Regional Development Objective Agreement to strengthen social and economic development in the Sahel.The Africa n Development Bank Group and the United States Agency for International Development have signed a landmark Regional Development Objective Agreement to strengthen social and economic development in the Sahel.

The Bank was represented by its Director General for West Africa Regional Development and Business Delivery Office Lamin Barrow, and the Country Manager for Senegal, Mohamed Cherif. USAID was represented by USAID/Senegal Mission Director Alyssa Leggoe and Sahel Regional Program Office Director Juan Gamboa, alongside senior USAID officials.

Leggoe added,"USAID is proud to partner with the African Development Bank to address the root causes of instability in the Sahel. This agreement will build on the long-standing relationship between the two institutions to provide meaningful and direct opportunities for the people of the region, ensuring they have access to economic growth, governance, and essential services."

With this new partnership, both institutions reaffirm their commitment to fostering sustainable development and improving the lives of millions across the Sahel.). To contact the copyright holder directly for corrections — or for permission to republish or make other authorized use of this material,Ms.

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