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Calls for a common African currency to tackle climate crisis

African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi Adesina. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]

The First Africa climate summit in Nairobi intensified calls for a common African currency to address climate finance gaps.

A section of African ministers and experts indicated that currency could stimulate economic growth, enhance access to capital markets, and reduce risks for international investors, all while promoting regional cooperation.

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