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Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, is taking centre stage at the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where it will host world leaders, policymakers, and investors to chart Africa’s future.
Running from September 15 to 25, this year’s UNGA will feature UBA-led dialogues and events designed to showcase Africa’s opportunities and foster global partnerships.
A highlight of the bank’s activities will be the launch of a first-of-its-kind whitepaper titled “Banking on Africa’s Future: Unlocking Capital and Partnerships for Sustainable Growth.” The paper lays out actionable strategies to unlock the continent’s vast potential across trade, infrastructure, digital innovation, climate finance, and inclusive development.
UBA’s Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, said the whitepaper and other engagements will move conversations beyond rhetoric to deliver “feasible and actionable decisions” for Africa’s development.
“The United Nations General Assembly is the largest and most official gathering of world leaders, and we cannot let such an opportunity pass without major African players like UBA taking centre stage to showcase Africa’s potential,” he said.
In addition to the whitepaper launch, UBA will host a Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) Roundtable through UBA America and its annual UBA Reception. These sessions will convene global leaders, policymakers, and private sector executives to drive investment and development dialogue.
UBA’s Group Managing Director/CEO, Oliver Alawuba, stressed the importance of private sector-led action.
“The whitepaper underscores UBA’s commitment to the continent. We want more organizations to match their words with concrete actions and proven capabilities,” he said.
With operations in 20 African countries and key financial centres in the United Kingdom, United States, France, and the UAE, UBA employs over 25,000 staff and serves more than 45 million customers worldwide. Its growing influence has positioned the bank as a driver of financial inclusion and a leading advocate for Africa’s global integration.
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