Sidi Ould Tah, former Mauritanian Finance Minister, is campaigning for the African Development Bank (AfDB) presidency at the upcoming Board of Governors meeting in Abidjan. He aims to implement internal reforms, improve project timelines, and attract talent.
His leadership vision includes increasing development financing, reforming Africa’s financial architecture, and enhancing collaboration among financial institutions. Tah emphasizes the potential of Africa’s youth and advocates for reforms in education and vocational training.
He addresses climate change and the role of Artificial Intelligence in development as key policy areas. Acknowledging the challenges ahead, he highlights the need for cooperation among African financial institutions. Tah is competing against four other candidates for the position.
