In partnership with Metropolis, this dedicated forum brought together cities, development finance institutions, and public and private investors to explore concrete pathways for financing urban and municipal projects. Discussions highlighted innovative financing instruments, investment readiness, and opportunities to bridge city needs with global capital and development partners.
Speakers:
- Dr. Jordi Vaquer, Secretary General of Metropolis
- Eng. Bandar bin Abdullah Al-Obaid, Director General of MENA Operations, Saudi Fund for Development (SFD)
- Ms. Nneka Henry, Head, UN Road Safety Fund Secretariat and Office of the UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy for Road Safety
- Mr. Stefan Atchia, Manager, Urban Development, African Development Bank (AfDB)
- Eng. Neji Larbi, Urban Mobility Specialist, African Development Bank (AfDB)
- Mr. Wola Asase, Deputy Director, Head of Syndications, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)
- Mr. Nasiru Braimah, Associate Vice President of Capital Mobilization and Partnerships, Africa Finance Corporation, African Finance Corporation (AFC)
Moderators:
- Dr. Kyle Farrell, Senior Urban & Regional Economist, UN-Habitat KSA
- Ms. Karen Maguire, Head of Local Employment and Economic Development Program, OECD
