Dr. Patricia Laverley
AfDB Country Manager, Tanzania
Dr. Patricia N. Laverley, a distinguished development economist and public financial management expert, has been appointed Country Manager for Tanzania at the African Development Bank (AfDB). With over two decades of experience in global finance, governance reform, and development operations,
Dr. Laverley brings a wealth of expertise in managing high-impact programs across Africa. Her previous roles at the AfDB, World Bank, and the Government of Sierra Leone have shaped a career marked by innovation, results-based reporting, and strategic leadership. The event highlights her vision for Tanzania under AfDB President Adesina’s High 5s agenda.