Today I announce my candidacy for President of the African Development Bank - the institution uniquely positioned to transform how development finance serves our continent. Africa has everything it needs to thrive. But with 600M people lacking reliable power, 280M facing food insecurity, and youth unemployment rising, we must move from plans to action. My experience delivering results speaks to the urgency of now: mobilizing a record $93B IDA replenishment, diligently managing complex $5B+ budgets, and driving implementation where it matters most - the last mile. Grateful for SADC and COMESA's endorsement, and the support of H.E. President Hichilema and African leaders who share our vision: practical solutions, delivered at pace and scale. I look forward to sharing more about our practical vision. Forward this message to your colleagues and follow this channel for updates on how we'll work together to deliver the transformation our continent deserves. The challenges are clear. The solutions are at our fingertips. Now is the time for implementation. www.SamMaimbo.com