Why Samuel Munzele Maimbo Is The Right Candidate For President Of The AfDB

Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo emerges as a candidate whose vision is aligned with the pressing needs of Africa today. His efforts to transforming project delivery, mobilizing strategic financing, strengthening regional integration, reimagining infrastructure, and preparing the next generation for a stronger future positions him as the ideal President for the AfDB.

With a career spanning over three decades, Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo has been at the forefront of transforming the continent through sustainable development. Having a debt understanding of Africa’s challenges and opportunities, he has honed his expertise in development finance and project management. From managing a $5 billion operational budget at the World Bank to securing a record $93 billion financing package for global development. Continuing to turn ambitious plans into measurable results, delivering impact where it matters most.

According to him, Africa has everything it needs to thrive. But with 600M people lacking reliable power, 280M facing food insecurity, and youth unemployment rising, we must move from plans to action.

In his recent announcement for the candidacy President of the African Development Bank, Dr.Samuel Munzele Maimbo is ready to take his vision to the next level.

• To transform project delivery speed and scale

• Mobilize strategic financing for development

• Strengthen regional integration and trade

• Reimagine & expand our definition of ‘infrastructure’

• Set up Africa’s next generation to inherit a stronger Africa.

In his words; “Africa’s future prosperity depends on Africa trading with Africa. Currently at just 15% compared to 67% in Europe, intra-African trade represents our greatest untapped opportunity for growth”

Samuel Munzele Maimbo, outlined his vision for how the African Development Bank can catalyze regional integration through:

• Digital solutions for logistics and transportation

• Pratical implementation of the AfCFTA

• Innovative finance for cross-border infrastructure

• Climate-resilient trade frameworks.

Noting that when we transform our borders into bridges, we create jobs, strengthen industries, and amplify Africa’s voice in global conversations. Most importantly, we keep value within our continent, where it belongs.

His candidacy for the presidency of the African Development Bank is not just about leadership; it is about a transformative vision for Africa’s future. A commitment to delivering large-scale, generational job creation in line with Africa’s strengths and potential. Not just focusing on Africa’s potentials but in delivering results.