United Bank for Africa Plc is set to unveil a whitepaper that presents actionable strategies for unlocking Africa’s vast economic potential, as part of its mission to drive sustainable growth across the continent.
In a statement on Tuesday, the lender said the move was to spotlight Africa’s opportunities and foster high-level dialogue with global leaders towards boosting the continent’s potential.
The 2025 United Nations General Assembly, which is the 80th edition, is being held between September 15 and September 25.
The whitepaper, a first-of-its-kind initiative by a leading African financial institution at UNGA, titled ‘Banking on Africa’s Future: Unlocking Capital and Partnerships for Sustainable Growth’, will highlight opportunities in trade, infrastructure, digital innovation, climate finance, and inclusive growth.
The bank said that by providing a roadmap for collaboration between Africa and the global community, UBA aims to position the continent not just as a beneficiary of investment but as a critical driver of future global prosperity.
Apart from the Whitepaper launch, other activities of the group will include the Business Council for International Understanding Roundtable to be hosted by UBA America, as well as the annual UBA Reception.
UBA’s Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, emphasised the strategic importance of these dialogues, explaining that over the past few years, UBA has become an active leader in conversations and activities that will drive tangible investments to the continent.
“These conversations are fundamentally different from previous discussions because they will be followed by feasible and actionable decisions. UBA will actively work to implement these outcomes for the benefit of the continent, as committed partners in Africa’s development and sustainability.
“The United Nations General Assembly is the largest and most official gathering of world leaders, and we cannot let such an opportunity pass without major African players like UBA taking centre stage to bring these leaders together and showcase Africa’s potential,” Elumelu noted.
UBA’s Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Oliver Alawuba, who remarked on the upcoming event, especially the whitepaper’s significance, emphasised the need for more private organisations and players to demonstrate their commitment to the continent’s development through concrete action and proven capabilities.
