At least 14 heads of State and Governments are currently in Nairobi, Kenya attending the opening session of the International Development Association (IDA21) Replenishment Summit.
The summit is hosted by President William Ruto and the World Bank President Ajay Banga.
The heads of State and Governments who attended the opening session of IDA21 in Nairobi on Monday, April 29, 2024, include;
1. President Yoweri Museveni - Uganda
2. President Samia Suluhu - Tanzania
3. President Évariste Ndayishimiye - Burundi
4. President Nana Akufo-Addo - Ghana
5. President Lazarus Chakwera - Malawi
6. President Julius Maada Bio - Sierra Leone
7. President Azali Assoumani - Comoros
8. President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani - Mauritania
9. President Faustin-Archange Touadéra - Central African Republic
10. President Andry Rajoelina - Madagascar
11. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud - Somalia
12. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali - Ethiopia
13. Prime Minister Amadou Oury Barh - Guinea
14. Prime Minister Nadir Larbaoui - Algeria
Raila in attendance
Azimio leader Raila Odinga, who is seeking an Africa Union Commission (AUC) chairperson job, is among the leaders attending IDA21 Summit in Nairobi.
The gathering of African leaders in Nairobi provides an opportunity for Raila to ask for their support for his AUC bid.
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President William Ruto has also been campaigning for Raila's AUC candidature.
Over the past weekend, Ruto secured Zimbabwe's support for Raila's AUC candidature.
About IDA21
The IDA21 Nairobi summit is a significant event that convenes leaders and stakeholders from around the world to address pressing issues related to inclusive and sustainable development.
The summit provides a platform for discussions, collaborations, and partnerships aimed at accelerating progress towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
With a focus on addressing poverty, inequality, and climate change, the IDA21 Nairobi summit brings together a diverse group of participants, including policymakers, government officials, business leaders, non-governmental organizations, and civil society representatives.
Through panel discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities, participants share best practices, innovative solutions, and challenges faced in implementing development projects.
The summit serves as a catalyst for action, as stakeholders come together to exchange ideas, build alliances, and mobilize resources to drive sustainable development initiatives forward. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the IDA21 Nairobi summit plays a crucial role in shaping the global development agenda and advancing progress towards a more inclusive and prosperous future for all.
