African Development Bank Annual Meetings to be held in Congo in May 2026

The Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB) are scheduled to take place from May 25 to May 29, 2026, in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, according to official announcements.

The gathering will bring together governors, policymakers, and financial stakeholders from across Africa and beyond to discuss priorities for the continent’s economic development and financing strategies.

The central theme of the 2026 edition will focus on mobilizing large-scale resources to support Africa’s development needs, particularly in areas such as infrastructure, energy, and economic transformation.

The meetings are expected to serve as a key platform for discussions on how to strengthen investment flows into African economies at a time of tightening global financial conditions and rising development financing gaps.

The choice of Brazzaville underscores the role of Republic of the Congo in hosting major continental economic events and reflects ongoing efforts by the AfDB to engage member states in shaping development priorities.

Further details on the programme and participating delegations are expected to be released closer to the event.