While the AfDB 's lending had not expanded significantly in recent years , 2006 figures indicate that things may be changing . Between 2005 and 2006 , the AfDB 's lending activities increased by more than 30 percent to $ 3.4 billion . Over the same period , private sector operations doubled in value . The AfDB has specific mandates from the New Partnership for Africa 's Development ( NEPAD ) and other international organizations to take the lead amongst financial and development institutions in areas such as infrastructure , regional integration , and banking and financial standards in Africa . These mandates have also increased the AfDB 's profile in the media . The increased international emphasis on Africa 's development needs in recent years ( for example , surrounding the 2005 Gleneagles G8 Summit ) , and on the importance of infrastructure investment in Africa , has highlighted the role of the AfDB
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