Zambia Diaspora Chamber of Commerce Endorses Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo for AfDB Presidency

By: Francis John, Editor-Publisher, TipsNews.info, TipsTalk, GMTCA: America Media Consultants, Kansas City

Kansas City, MO – May 28, 2025 – The Zambia Diaspora Chamber of Commerce (ZDCC) proudly endorses Dr. Samuel Munzele Maimbo for the presidency of the African Development Bank (AfDB). With over 30 years of experience in development finance, Dr. Maimbo’s leadership is poised to usher in a new era of economic transformation for Africa.

Dr. Maimbo currently serves as the Vice President for Budget, Performance Review, and Strategic Planning at the World Bank. His tenure has been marked by significant achievements, including overseeing the successful IDA20 replenishment with a record $93 billion, benefiting 39 African countries. His extensive background encompasses roles such as Chief of Staff to World Bank Presidents and Director of the International Development Association Resource Mobilization. YouTube+6Oxford Martin School+6Devex+6Oxford Martin School+3African Development Bank Group+3World Bank Blogs+3World Bank Blogs+3World Bank+3Oxford Martin School+3

Freud Musanu, President of ZDCC, stated, “Dr. Maimbo’s vision aligns with our mission to boost US-Zambia investment to $1 billion by 2030. His commitment to intra-African trade and financial integration is exactly what our continent needs.” zdcc.org

The AfDB will elect its next president on May 29, 2025, during its annual meeting in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. ZDCC urges all stakeholders to support Dr. Maimbo’s candidacy, recognizing his unparalleled expertise and dedication to Africa’s development.

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