Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube Attends Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development in Sevilla

Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Professor Mthuli Ncube, is currently attending the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), taking place this week in the historic city of Sevilla, Spain. The conference, which began on Monday and runs until Thursday, is a key global forum focused on shaping the future of development financing.

FfD4 brings together a wide range of influential participants, including heads of government, international and regional financial institutions, trade organisations, business leaders, civil society, and United Nations representatives. It remains the only international platform where such a diverse group of stakeholders gathers to build consensus on financing strategies that drive sustainable development.

This year’s conference comes at a particularly critical time as countries around the world accelerate their efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) amidst growing economic challenges and a rapidly shifting global financial landscape.

For nations like Zimbabwe, Spain, and Egypt, FfD4 presents an important opportunity to showcase their commitment to the SDGs while highlighting national strategies that promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth. The conference has placed a strong focus on strengthening partnerships, enhancing cooperation, and fostering engagement among United Nations Member States.

Professor Ncube is expected to play an active role in discussions focused on reforming the global financial architecture and mobilising new resources to drive transformative development outcomes. His participation will highlight Zimbabwe’s perspective on the need for more equitable financial systems and innovative funding models that address the widening development gap.

Delegates at the conference will also deliberate on emerging global challenges, including climate change, rising debt levels, and the need for greater investment in health, education, and infrastructure. The goal is to explore actionable solutions and financing mechanisms that can help developing countries achieve long-term economic stability and sustainable development.

As the conference progresses, Professor Ncube and other high-level participants will continue to advocate for stronger international cooperation and a renewed focus on achieving meaningful progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.