The Japanese government is preparing to raise $1.5 billion for “impact investing” to support African nations in cutting greenhouse gas emissions and advancing sustainable development. The initiative will be officially announced during the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), taking place over three days in Yokohama. Impact investing is a strategy that seeks to… [Read More]
Archives for 2025
Cameroon Approves $1.6 Billion in New Loans to Fund Projects and Pay Off Arrears
Cameroon’s finance minister has received authorisation to borrow up to 930 billion CFA francs ($1.67 billion) in domestic and external loans to finance development projects and clear arrears, according to a presidential decree. The funds will be mobilised through treasury bond issues, domestic private lenders, and international banking institutions. The decision comes as the country… [Read More]
Finland Scales Up Life-Saving Humanitarian Assistance, With One-Fifth Directed to Ukraine
Finland has made significant humanitarian assistance decisions in 2025, prioritising support to Ukraine, major refugee crises in Africa, and the humanitarian situation in the Middle East. By the end of July, Finland had provided around EUR 97.5 million in humanitarian aid, nearly EUR 18 million of which went to Ukraine. Funding has also been directed… [Read More]
Africa’s Climate Priorities: Key Reflections from AMCEN 20
ACT Alliance, as part of the Major Groups and Stakeholders – Africa, contributed actively to the Regional Consultative Meetings ahead of the 20th African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN). Marking AMCEN’s 40th anniversary, these consultations, hosted by UNEP, aimed to inform African ministers on climate and environmental priorities. To prepare, ACT convened members from… [Read More]
Ensuring Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Reaches Those Most in Need
Over 300 million people worldwide currently need humanitarian assistance as a result of conflict, climate change, political instability, and natural disasters. This growing crisis has created an unprecedented demand for mental health and psychosocial support, which is often overlooked during emergency responses. To address this urgent need, WHO and its partners have developed the Mental… [Read More]
Renewable Energy Adoption in Nigeria: Key Insights from a High-Level Roundtable
On July 2, 2025, BudgIT Foundation, through its Natural Resources and Climate Governance team and with support from Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Nigeria, hosted a high-level roundtable in Abuja on promoting renewable energy adoption. The event brought together government representatives, private sector actors, civil society, and academia to discuss strategies for scaling renewable energy… [Read More]
Local Voices, Real Impact: Insights on Localising Aid from Dakar
On June 18, 2025, BudgIT, in collaboration with Connected Development, hosted a Pause and Reflect session in Dakar, Senegal. The event was intentionally designed as a space for civil society organisations, community-based organisations, community leaders, and development actors to share candid reflections on what it truly means to localise development aid. Unlike typical conferences or… [Read More]
Global Fight Against Poverty Gains Momentum Through Diverse Initiatives
Global efforts to combat poverty are gaining momentum through a multifaceted approach involving legislative action, educational initiatives, research partnerships, and innovative technological solutions. Lawmakers, educators, researchers, and technologists are collaborating to address the complex challenges of poverty, aiming for sustainable and impactful change. Key Takeaways Bipartisan legislative efforts in the U.S. are crucial for sustaining… [Read More]
Qatar Faces Criticism Over Jailing of Bahai Community Leader
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has strongly condemned Qatar following the sentencing of Remy Rowhani, the 71-year-old leader of the country’s Bahai community, to a five-year prison term. The organization denounced the verdict as a severe blow to religious freedom and an act of targeted persecution. Key Takeaways Remy Rowhani, president of the National Spiritual Assembly… [Read More]
Free Funding Opportunities for Community Groups – Apply Today!
Looking to bring in extra funds for your community group? A free online session hosted by easyfundraising will show you how to unlock unrestricted funding simply by encouraging your supporters to shop online. The session will guide participants on how every online purchase—from groceries to holidays—can generate free donations for your group. Becky Coleman from… [Read More]
EBID Secures $40 Million Credit Line from India Exim Bank to Boost African Development Projects
The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) and India Exim Bank have signed a commercial credit line agreement worth USD 40 million in London. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. George Agyekum Donkor, President and Chairman of EBID, and Mr. Ashok Kumar Vartia, Chief Executive of India Exim Bank’s London Branch. This agreement… [Read More]
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute Secures Historic $2 Billion Gift from Phil and Penny Knight
The Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) Knight Cancer Institute has received a record-breaking $2 billion donation from Phil and Penny Knight, marking the largest single gift ever made to a U.S. university, college, or academic health center. The gift is intended to transform the future of cancer care and set a global standard in… [Read More]
Mines Advisory Group Wins 2025 Hilton Humanitarian Prize on 30th Anniversary
The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation has announced that the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) will receive the 2025 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize. MAG is a humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding organization that focuses on landmine removal and reducing armed violence in communities affected by conflict. Since 1989, MAG has helped over 23 million people across more… [Read More]
New Dairy Grant Program to Boost Farm Growth and Promote Sustainability
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has opened applications for the Dairy Profitability Enhancement Grant, a new initiative aimed at improving financial stability and long-term sustainability for dairy farms across the state. This program, formally known as the Dairy Profitability and Enhancement Program (DPEP), provides technical assistance, resources, and guidance to farms of all sizes,… [Read More]
Mayor Adams Celebrates NYC Nonprofit Week with Record Contract Registrations, Boosting Support for Local Nonprofits
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the Mayor’s Office of Nonprofit Services (MONS) launched “NYC Nonprofit Week” to highlight the city’s support for nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to vulnerable New Yorkers. As part of the celebration, the administration announced a major contracting milestone: 812 human service contracts were submitted for registration on… [Read More]
Angola Launches Nationwide Polio Vaccination Drive Targeting 7 Million Children
Angola has launched the first round of its National Polio Vaccination Campaign, targeting 6,852,372 children under the age of five across all 326 municipalities. The official launch took place in Camama, Luanda province, and was attended by national, provincial, and municipal authorities, along with representatives from the United Nations System and international partners. The campaign… [Read More]
New Mexico Courts Announce Funding to Strengthen Regional Behavioral Health Services
The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) in New Mexico has announced that local, tribal, or quasi-government organizations are eligible to receive up to $45,000 in each of the state’s 13 behavioral health regions. The funding aims to support regional planning efforts required under the newly enacted Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, a law… [Read More]
Afghanistan: Increased Support to Help Vulnerable Communities in Crisis
More than half of Afghanistan’s population, around 23 million people, urgently need humanitarian support as the country faces a deepening crisis. Acute malnutrition is widespread, with over 3.5 million children under the age of five and more than a million pregnant women affected. The situation has been further strained by the return of many Afghans… [Read More]
2025 Keepers of the Earth Fund: Indigenous Partners Leading Climate Action and Disaster Recovery
The Keepers of the Earth Fund (KOEF), an Indigenous-led initiative at Cultural Survival, has announced its 2025 partnerships with Indigenous communities worldwide. Since its inception in 2017, KOEF has supported 440 projects in 42 countries with over $2.6 million in small grants, directly empowering Indigenous Peoples to design and implement their own advocacy and development… [Read More]
£120m Regeneration to Transform Newcastle Brownfield Site into 2,500-Home Neighbourhood
A new £121.8 million funding package has been approved to accelerate the transformation of Quayside West at Forth Yards in central Newcastle. The investment will support essential remediation, groundworks, and infrastructure to overcome long-standing barriers that have left this prime riverside site derelict for decades despite its proximity to Newcastle Central Station and the city… [Read More]
Council Awards $500,000 to Support 42 Local Not-for-Profit Organizations
Sutherland Shire Council has awarded $500,000 in grants and subsidies to 42 local not-for-profit organisations through its Annual Community Grants and Subsidies Program. The initiative highlights the council’s ongoing commitment to assisting those most in need across the community. This year saw record demand, with 83 applications totaling more than $1 million in requests, underlining… [Read More]
IDB Lab Invests $1.5M in Aviva to Boost Financial Inclusion in Mexico
IDB Lab, the innovation and venture capital arm of the Inter-American Development Bank Group, has announced a $1.5 million investment in Aviva, a Mexican fintech startup founded in 2022. Aviva uses AI-powered kiosks to expand access to financial services among underserved communities across Mexico, marking IDB Lab’s first venture-debt operation in Latin America. The investment… [Read More]
UK Supports Mindanao Solar Plant to Deliver Clean Energy to 82,000 Filipino Families
A major renewable energy project in the Philippines has begun construction, marking a significant step forward in the country’s clean energy transition. A UK-backed 99-megawatt solar power plant in Tantangan, South Cotabato represents a ₱4.49 billion investment that will provide electricity to more than 82,000 households while helping cut annual carbon emissions by 66,000 tonnes…. [Read More]
