Former Nigerian VP holds discussions with Kenyan President on Timbuktoo Initiative
Date: 2024-08-22
Nigeria’s
former Vice President of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has held discussions with President
William Ruto of Kenya at the State Lodge in Eldoret, Kenya on the Timbuktoo
initiative. The meeting aimed to explore the vast potential for creating green
tech jobs on a large scale through synergies between various initiatives
championed by President Ruto.
These
initiatives include the Africa Green Industrialization Initiative, the Africa
Green Investment Initiative, and the Africa Innovation Fund, Timbuktoo. The
discussion coincided with the historic declaration of Eldoret as a city, known
for producing many world-renowned track athletes.
Ms.
Natalie Jabangwe, CEO of the Africa Innovation Fund, Timbuktoo, also joined the
insightful discussion.
The
Timbuktoo initiative, launched at COP28, aims to harness the potential of green
technology to create jobs and promote sustainable growth in Africa.
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
