AFRICAN UNION DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (AUDP)
United for a Sustainable Future
50 Years of the African Development Fund Making a Difference in Low Income and Fragile African Countries
Powering Progress, Building Futures
The African Union Development Project (AUDP) contributes to the promotion of economic and social development in least developed African countries by providing concessional funding for projects and programs, as well as technical assistance for studies and capacity-building activities.
We are transforming Africa's agricultural backbone from subsistence to prosperity. Our investments modernize farming with climate-resilient techniques, irrigation infrastructure, and access to markets. By supporting smallholder farmers and agribusinesses, we boost food security, create rural employment, and drive inclusive economic growth from the ground up.
Agriculture and Rural Development
Access to clean water and sanitation is a fundamental human right and a pillar of public health. The AUDP finances critical infrastructure—from urban treatment plants to community boreholes—ensuring reliable water for households, farms, and industries. Our projects combat disease, empower communities, and build resilience against droughts and climate change.
Water Supply & Sanitation
We are lighting up Africa and powering its industries. The AUDP funds a diverse energy mix, from massive solar farms and geothermal plants to regional grid interconnections. By expanding access to affordable, reliable, and clean electricity, we unlock potential, fuel economic activity, and connect communities to new opportunities.
Electricity/Power
Our focus is on moving Africa up the value chain. We finance projects that add value to the continent's vast natural resources, from mineral processing plants to manufacturing hubs. This strategic approach creates higher-skilled jobs, fosters economic diversification, and ensures that Africa's wealth generates lasting and equitable development.
Industry, Minning & Quarrying
Sustainable development is inseparable from environmental stewardship. The AUDP prioritizes projects that protect and restore Africa's natural capital—its forests, biodiversity, and landscapes. We fund climate change adaptation, conservation initiatives, and the transition to a circular economy, ensuring that progress today does not come at the expense of future generations.
Environment
The most complex challenges require integrated solutions. Our Multi-Sector portfolio funds large-scale, transformative projects that combine elements from several sectors. Examples include a green industrial park powered by its own renewable energy source with dedicated water treatment, or a rural development program linking agriculture, infrastructure, and clean energy into a single, resilient system.
Multi-Sector
Impact
Measuring Success Through Our Achievements
Over $475 million
in modernizing the agricultural sector.
This funding has established 1.2 million hectares of climate-resilient, irrigated farmland, boosted yields
$828 Million energy portfolio
in construction of 6.5 GW of new renewable generation capacity
enough to power 15 million homes and businesses.
$2.2 billion in strategic projects
To drive industrialization
15 major mineral processing plants, 8 industrial parks, and countless SMEs, creating over 1.1 million direct formal sector jobs
over $10 billion
the development of three "Green Economic Zones" that combine industrial manufacturing
Our large-scale, integrated Multi-Sector projects represent our most ambitious investments
Investment Opportunities & Partnering With Us
Investment Opportunities & Partnering With Us
Industrializing a continent requires the alignment of capital, expertise, and vision. The AUDP seeks partnerships with:
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National Governments: To co-invest in national industrialization agendas and enabling policies.
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Global Industrial & Mining Corporations: For joint ventures in processing and manufacturing.
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Private Equity & Infrastructure Funds: For co-financing large-scale industrial projects.
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Technology Providers: To deploy cutting-edge solutions in African industrial operations.
Get Involved
The transformation of Africa is a collective endeavor. The African Union Development Project (AUDP) serves as a catalyst, but true, lasting impact is achieved through partnership. We invite governments, private sector leaders, financial institutions, development agencies, and civil society to join us. Whether through co-financing, technical expertise, or implementation on the ground, your collaboration is essential to building the infrastructure that will power a prosperous, integrated, and resilient Africa. Explore the avenues below and discover how you can contribute to Africa's unparalleled growth story.
