# East African Development Bank leadership and investment > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/east-african-development-bank-leadership-and-investment > Updated: 2026-10-05T07:34:18.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The East African Development Bank (EADB) is undergoing leadership changes and expanding its regional investment footprint. During a Governing Council meeting in Kampala, the bank announced the appointment of Anne Juuko as the new Director General, effective October 2, 2026. Juuko, a veteran banker with over 20 years of experience, succeeds interim leadership following the retirement of Vivienne Yeda in late 2024. In tandem with this leadership transition, the EADB is increasing its focus on economic development within member states, specifically in Tanzania. The bank is expanding funding for various sectors, including infrastructure, housing, and social services. Notable projects include the financing of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) in Tanzania, specifically covering the construction of a 294-kilometer railway line. The bank enters this new leadership period reporting strong financial metrics, including a 51% increase in profit before tax in 2025 and a 140% rise in loan disbursements. Under Juuko, the EADB intends to implement reforms to expand its development finance role and mobilize long-term capital for the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-05: Anne Juuko appointed Director General of East African Development Bank Anne Juuko has been appointed Director General of the East African Development Bank, bringing over 20 years of regional banking experience to the role as the institution undergoes reform and growth. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/anne-juuko-appointed-director-general-of-east-african-development-bank ### 2026-10-03: East African Development Bank expands investment in Tanzania The East African Development Bank is increasing investment in Tanzania's infrastructure and social sectors, including the SGR railway, while appointing Anne Juuko as new Managing Director. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/east-african-development-bank-expands-investment-in-tanzania --- Cite as: East African Development Bank leadership and investment. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/east-african-development-bank-leadership-and-investment