Afreximbank Africa Narrative
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Afreximbank President George Elombi calls for an African-owned credit ratings agency to control the continent's economic narrative and attract investment. He also urged African nations to develop domestic electric vehicle battery manufacturing rather than exporting raw lithium, citing the Dangote Refinery's success in stabilizing Nigeria's naira.
Africa Must Control Its Economic Narrative, Afreximbank Chief Elombi Demands, Citing Need for Ratings Agency
Dr. George Elombi, President of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has renewed calls for an African-owned credit ratings agency, asserting that the continent must cease allowing foreign institutions to dictate its economic fortunes and borrowing costs. Speaking at Afreximbank's mid-year media roundtable in Abuja, Elombi stressed the imperative for Africa to own the institutions shaping …
Dangote refinery eased forex pressure, stabilized naira, says Afreximbank chief
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has significantly stabilized Nigeria's naira and eased foreign exchange pressure by curbing dependence on imported fuel, according to George Elombi, President and Chairm…
Negative narratives hinder Africa’s investment drive - Afreximbank President
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) President Dr. George Elombi has called on African journalists to actively reshape the continent's narrative to foster investment and development. Speaking at a…
Africa Should Make EV Batteries, Not Export Lithium, Afreximbank Urges
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) President and Chairman Dr. George Elombi is calling on African countries to cease exporting raw lithium and instead focus on building a robust electric vehicle…
