Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - 28 August 2024 – The PIDA Steering Committee concludes in Addis Ababa, focusing on invigorating the implementation of the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) Priority Action Plan 2 (PAP2). As the PAP2 (2021-2030) nears its midterm, this meeting has served as a critical juncture for evaluating progress and strategizing on overcoming existing challenges to meet ambitious project objectives.
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - 28 August 2024 – The PIDA Steering Committee concludes in Addis Ababa, focusing on invigorating the implementation of the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA) Priority Action Plan 2 (PAP2). As the PAP2 (2021-2030) nears its midterm, this meeting has served as a critical juncture for evaluating progress and strategizing on overcoming existing challenges to meet ambitious project objectives.
In a significant step towards driving economic growth and transformation across Africa, the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) has partnered with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, the African Union Commission, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to launch the "Standard Assessment Guide for Accelerated Industrial Development for Africa (AIDA) & the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
In a significant step towards driving economic growth and transformation across Africa, the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) has partnered with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, the African Union Commission, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to launch the "Standard Assessment Guide for Accelerated Industrial Development for Africa (AIDA) & the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
A sense of renewed focus returned to Africa's infrastructure dialogue as PIDA Week unfolded, marking a modest recovery from the uncertainties that had clouded the continent's development agenda in recent years. Since its inception in 2015, PIDA Week has been a beacon of collaboration and progress, navigating through various challenges and milestones.
A sense of renewed focus returned to Africa's infrastructure dialogue as PIDA Week unfolded, marking a modest recovery from the uncertainties that had clouded the continent's development agenda in recent years. Since its inception in 2015, PIDA Week has been a beacon of collaboration and progress, navigating through various challenges and milestones.
The objective of these PIDA implementation guidelines is to serve as a quick introduction for persons and institutions new to PIDA PAP 2 to participate and maximise the value of PIDA PAP2 for themselves and the institutions they represent. The guidelines provide enough information to understand the ....
The objective of these PIDA implementation guidelines is to serve as a quick introduction for persons and institutions new to PIDA PAP 2 to participate and maximise the value of PIDA PAP2 for themselves and the institutions they represent. The guidelines provide enough information to understand the ....
Infrastructure projects in Africa are often seen as the backbone of economic development, driving growth and enhancing connectivity across the continent. However, one of the most significant challenges faced by these projects is the difficulty in accurately estimating the number of jobs they will create.
Infrastructure projects in Africa are often seen as the backbone of economic development, driving growth and enhancing connectivity across the continent. However, one of the most significant challenges faced by these projects is the difficulty in accurately estimating the number of jobs they will create.
In the quest for economic transformation, and in line with the African Union (AU) Agenda 2063, the AU has spearheaded initiatives to promote industrialisation and boost intra-African trade. AIDA, initiated in 2008, and the AfCFTA, launched in 2018, stand as cornerstones of this vision. Member States’ adoption of AIDA’s principles and ratification of the AfCFTA mark a steadfast commitment to this transformative path.
In the quest for economic transformation, and in line with the African Union (AU) Agenda 2063, the AU has spearheaded initiatives to promote industrialisation and boost intra-African trade. AIDA, initiated in 2008, and the AfCFTA, launched in 2018, stand as cornerstones of this vision. Member States’ adoption of AIDA’s principles and ratification of the AfCFTA mark a steadfast commitment to this transformative path.
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Coverage of PIDA Projects
PIDA PAP 1 & 2 outline the priority infrastructure projects and programmes for the development of Africa's regional integration.
The SDM provides technical assistance to early-stage project preparation to countries and agencies that originate PIDA projects.
Specialized border crossing points that aim to facilitate trade and movement of goods and people between neighboring countries.
Specialized border crossing points that aim to facilitate trade and movement of goods and people between neighboring countries.
A selection of infrastructure projects that are highlighted on a weekly basis. These projects are chosen to showcase the diverse range of PIDA infrastructure development efforts taking place across the continent.
The Beira Port Development project focuses on expanding the port's infrastructure, including the construction of new berths, storage facilities, and improved cargo handling equipment. This expansion will increase the port's capacity to handle larger vessels and accommodate growing trade volumes.
By investing in the development of the Beira Port, the projects aims to promote regional integration, stimulate economic growth, and create employment opportunities in Mozambique and the surrounding countries. The project aligns with the broader objectives of the Program for Infrastructure Development in Africa (PIDA), which seeks to improve transportation, energy, and ICT infrastructure across the continent.
The Inga Dam Hydropower Project is a flagship initiative of PIDA that focuses on harnessing the hydropower potential of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The project aims to develop a series of hydropower plants in the Inga region, with the ultimate goal of creating the largest hydropower complex in the world. The Inga Dam project has the potential to generate significant amounts of clean and renewable energy, estimated at around 40,000 megawatts. This project has the capacity to provide electricity to millions of people across the African continent and support industrial development
The project is currently in the feasibility stage (S2B) and has garnered interest from the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the World Bank during the BPREF CEMAC round table in Paris in April 2020.
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