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Zambia’s Maimbo Gains Key Endorsements for AfDB Presidency

2/18/2025

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Samuel Maimbo, Zambia's candidate for AfDB president, gained endorsements from SADC and COMESA, boosting his campaign.
The AfDB presidential election will occur on May 29, 2025, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Maimbo advocates for inclusive growth and regional integration to combat poverty and stimulate economic transformation.
He plans to modernize infrastructure and enhance trade through initiatives like the AfCFTA.
Maimbo competes against four other candidates, including Amadou Hott and Bajabulile Swazi Tshabalala.

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Samuel Maimbo, Zambia's candidate for AfDB president, gained endorsements from SADC and COMESA, boosting his campaign.
The AfDB presidential election will occur on May 29, 2025, in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
Maimbo advocates for inclusive growth and regional integration to combat poverty and stimulate economic transformation.
He plans to modernize infrastructure and enhance trade through initiatives like the AfCFTA.
Maimbo competes against four other candidates, including Amadou Hott and Bajabulile Swazi Tshabalala.