Focus on Benin
One of the best performing economies in Africa, Benin is focusing on strengthening its macroeconomic framework, improving governance, and promoting employment opportunities.
- Arrival Statement | Audio - July 19, 2006
- Press Conference: Transcript | Audio & Video
- Photos
Focus on Sierra Leone
Transitioning from a period of post-conflict to sustained development, Sierra Leone is focusing on job creation for the country’s more than five million inhabitants.
- Press Conf. | Arrival Statement | Photos | Audio & Video | Podcast - July 20, 2006
Focus on Liberia
At a critical juncture—never have the prospects of sustained peace and recovery appeared so good.
Focus on Ethiopia
"Ethiopia has made important gains on several fronts, but it is critical that it sustains this momentum." -- Paul Wolfowitz.
- Arrival Statement - July 10, 2006
- Meeting with Regional President, visits to school & health center - July 11, 2006: Photos | Video | Podcast
- Press Conference: Transcript - July 12, 2006
- President Wolfowitz meets winners of the Business Plan Competition and Prime Minister Meles Zenawi - July 12, 2006: Photos | Audio | Video
Focus on Tanzania
World Bank lending is on higher growth, poverty reduction, and institutional reforms to improve governance and service delivery.
- Wolfowitz visits the Manzese project and meets President Kikwete at the State House. - July 14, 2006.
Photos | Audio and Video | Podcast - Dar es Salaam Water Supply and Sanitation (DAWASA) Project
- Arrival Statement | Story | Audio & Audio - July 13, 2006
- More Info: Bed Net Factory | Lake Victoria
Focus on Nigeria
World Bank assistance on 120 projects has helped Nigeria work towards achieving economic growth and a reduction in poverty.
Sullivan Summit in Nigeria - July 18, 2006
- World Bank interview with Ambassador Andrew Young:
Story | Transcript | Mulitmedia
