This policy brief examines how the escalation of the United States–Israel–Iran conflict is affecting Uganda’s economy through global energy markets, trade and shipping disruptions, financial markets, capital flows and remittances. It assesses the resulting pressures on inflation, exchange rates, businesses, households and key productive sectors, while identifying policy options to strengthen Uganda’s resilience to external geopolitical shocks.

The Guideline Handbook for Strengthening African DFIs for Climate-Resilient Development provides a practical framework to help African development finance institutions (DFIs) enhance their capacity to mobilize and deploy climate finance. It examines the evolution, mandates, and institutional challenges of African DFIs and presents actionable guidance on governance, financial readiness, project preparation, ESG integration, human capital, digital monitoring systems, and investment readiness. Through case studies and practical tools, the handbook identifies best practices for strengthening institutional resilience, improving access to concessional and blended finance, and aligning operations with national climate priorities, the Paris Agreement, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The ADFIAP–AADFI Joint International CEO Forum 2025 Summary Report presents the main discussions and outcomes of a high-level forum that convened development finance leaders from Asia, the Pacific, and Africa under the theme “Resilient Future: Harnessing Sustainable Finance for Development.” The report highlights strategic recommendations on sustainable finance, climate resilience, blended finance, digital transformation, governance, regulatory frameworks, and private sector mobilization. It emphasizes the central role of national development banks and development finance institutions (DFIs) in advancing inclusive, climate-resilient growth through stronger partnerships, innovative financing mechanisms, and improved institutional capacity. The report concludes with key policy messages aimed at strengthening sustainable development and regional cooperation across developing economies.

The Principles for Taxonomy Interoperability, launched by the Taxonomy Roadmap Initiative at a Pre-COP30 event in São Paulo, guide policymakers in developing sustainable finance taxonomies that are credible and comparable across borders. As over 50 taxonomies exist globally, interoperability is essential to facilitate cross-border investment and efficient capital allocation. The Principles provide common tenets for taxonomy design, governance, and implementation, enabling greater transparency and investor confidence. By fostering alignment between emerging and developed markets, interoperable taxonomies can mobilize the climate finance needed to achieve decarbonization, resilience, and the Paris Agreement goals.

The 2025 Annual Workshop of the Association of African Development Finance Institutions (AADFI), held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, celebrated AADFI’s 50th Anniversary under the theme “Joining Forces for a More Sustainable and Greener Future for African DFIs.” Hosted by BNI, CDC-CI, and SGPME, and supported by the African Development Bank (AfDB), the event gathered over 250 participants from 36 countries, including senior representatives of DFIs, MDBs, and central banks. Discussions focused on scaling up sustainable investments, innovative financing, and partnerships for climate action. The opening ceremony featured addresses from the AfDB and the Ivorian Ministry of Economy and Finance, reaffirming DFIs’ strategic role in advancing Africa’s sustainable development agenda.