UBA’s presence at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York was nothing short of remarkable. As Africa’s Global Bank celebrated 75 years of transforming financial landscapes and 40 years of establishing strong connections in New York, UBA’s participation at UNGA 79 underscored its commitment to driving meaningful global conversations and promoting investment in Africa.
Here are the major takeaways from UBA’s impactful outing at this year’s UNGA:
1. Africa’s Global Influence
UBA’s conversations on Africa’s growing importance in global development, emphasising the continent’s potential in infrastructure, sustainability, and trade.
2. Meeting with Bill Clinton and Global Leader
A pivotal moment was the roundtable lunch at the Clinton Global Initiative with former U.S. President Bill Clinton and global leaders, focused on the urgent need for innovative solutions to climate change while fostering sustainable development.
3. Fostering Key Collaborations
Our chairman highlighted the importance of public-private partnerships to address Africa’s infrastructure needs at events.
4. Networking for Investment
The UBA Africa Reception 2024, an exclusive cocktail event hosted influential leaders, including Presidents of Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Gabon, alongside Aliko Dangote and Queen Maxima of the Netherlands. The reception was a platform to spotlight investment opportunities in Africa.
5. Financial Inclusion
UBA reinforced its mission to drive financial inclusion by ensuring access to banking for underserved populations across Africa.
6. Addressing Food Security and Poverty Eradication
TEF’s and UBA’s active participation in the Food Security High-Level Dinner in collaboration with the World Food Programme (WFP) reaffirmed their dedication to addressing food insecurity and poverty across Africa.
With a strong focus on partnerships and innovation, UBA continues to champion Africa’s growth on the global stage.
