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The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is strengthening Ebola preparedness measures across countries in the Americas following the declaration of a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by the World Health Organization. The alert is linked to an ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, reported on 4 June… [Read More]

Countries across the Americas are making steady progress toward eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, according to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), which reviewed regional results during the third year of its elimination initiative. The update was shared following a virtual meeting held on 27–28 May 2026 with participation from 11 countries. The… [Read More]

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has launched a pilot digital platform called LOGIMEV to modernize the management of medicine and vaccine supply chains. The system was introduced in Kinshasa as part of a broader effort to strengthen health logistics and improve the availability of essential medical products across the country. Developed on the OpenLMIS… [Read More]

South African private rail operator Traxtion has secured $86 million in new funding to expand its rolling stock fleet as it positions itself for expected growth in freight demand linked to ongoing rail sector reforms. The announcement was made on 5 June 2026 and forms part of a broader 3.4 billion rand ($208.3 million) investment… [Read More]

Cameroon is preparing to implement a major $163 million digital modernization initiative aimed at transforming the country’s decentralized local governments. The programme, known as DIGI-CoR, was presented in Yaoundé on 2 June 2026 and seeks to improve public service delivery through expanded digital infrastructure and connected administrative systems. The initiative is designed to accelerate the… [Read More]

The government of Gabon has announced an $8.9 million investment aimed at strengthening its digital skills ecosystem and reducing reliance on foreign expertise. The initiative, formalized on 1 June 2026 in Libreville, brings together the country’s telecommunications regulator ARCEP and the National Institute of Post, Information and Communication Technologies (INPTIC) to modernize national training in… [Read More]

Marine conservation efforts in Ghana are intensifying as researchers and local communities work together to protect critically endangered guitarfish, according to a Save Our Seas Foundation feature published on 4 June 2026. The initiative is being led by conservation scientist Dr Issah Seidu, who is focusing on reversing the rapid decline of shark-like rays along… [Read More]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has successfully issued a new €1.25 billion 7-year social benchmark bond, due in June 2033, marking its first euro benchmark issuance of 2026. The transaction was announced on 4 June 2026 following pricing on 3 June. The bond carries a fixed annual coupon of 3% and attracted strong demand from… [Read More]

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a new Ebola outbreak in its conflict-ravaged east, compounding one of the world’s most severe humanitarian emergencies. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain, a rare form of Ebola with no licensed vaccine or targeted treatment, making containment especially difficult. The DRC was already in crisis before the… [Read More]

London — June 4, 2026 — New research led by Heriot-Watt University has mapped a plausible scenario for offshore wind development in the North Sea, revealing that if all current political commitments are met, wind farms could occupy around 11% of the basin by 2050. The study, part of a collaboration with the University of Hull and… [Read More]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $16.7 million financing package to support Liberia’s efforts to strengthen fiscal sustainability and improve governance in the mining sector. The announcement was made on 4 June 2026 as part of a broader reform-focused budget support programme. The funding represents the first phase of the Fiscal Sustainability and… [Read More]

UK — June 5, 2026 — A new report from the TRANSECTS programme, led by Heriot-Watt University, warns that current governance arrangements risk leaving coastal communities to bear the costs of the clean energy transition with limited long-term benefits. Funded by UK Research and Innovation, the project examines over 200 years of marine industry development — from… [Read More]

A worsening Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is placing extreme pressure on an already underfunded and fragile health system, according to a CARE report issued on 4 June 2026. Health workers in affected regions are facing severe shortages of essential medical supplies, including personal protective equipment, diagnostic tools, and… [Read More]

Samarkand — June 3, 2026 — The Government of Uzbekistan, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), has officially launched the Nature4Health Uzbekistan Scoping Phase during the 71st Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council Meeting. The initiative marks Uzbekistan’s entry into Nature4Health Phase II and sets the stage for a multi-stakeholder process to integrate… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has endorsed a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Uganda, setting out a 10-year development strategy from 2026 to 2035 aimed at accelerating economic transformation, job creation, and private sector-led growth. The announcement was made in Kampala on 4 June 2026 and reflects a long-term commitment to supporting Uganda’s development priorities…. [Read More]

Samarkand — June 5, 2026 — The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved nearly US$23 million for a portfolio of projects led by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific. The investments aim to reverse forest degradation, restore freshwater and coastal ecosystems, and strengthen resilience in vulnerable communities. IUCN Director… [Read More]

Limerick — June 4, 2026 — The Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board (ETB) has joined the national conversation on youth food poverty, participating in the ETBI Youth Work Matters conference where the growing issue of holiday hunger was placed under the spotlight. At the event, Minister for Education and Youth Hildegarde Naughton TD launched the… [Read More]

The World Bank has approved a $250 million Development Policy Loan (DPL) for the Republic of Moldova to support reforms aimed at boosting economic growth, job creation, market efficiency, and resilience. The announcement was made on 4 June 2026 in Chișinău, marking a key step in Moldova’s ongoing EU integration process. The financing is the… [Read More]

Far North Queensland — June 5, 2026 — Disaster resilience in the Daintree Coast is set to improve with new investments from the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments to strengthen crucial access links for remote communities. The project, delivered under the Crucial Access Links Program through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), will include a new barge access… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has announced a new financing agreement with Allianz Bank Bulgaria that will unlock approximately €340 million in support for Bulgarian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-cap companies over the next three years. The deal, announced on 5 June 2026, is designed to expand access to credit and stimulate… [Read More]

Sunshine Coast — June 5, 2026 — A vital coastal protection project at Golden Beach has been completed, delivering stronger resilience against erosion and extreme weather while enhancing community access to the water. The Sunshine Coast Council received $6.3 million in joint funding from the Albanese and Crisafulli Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA) to… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has strengthened its partnership with Ireland through a new advisory agreement aimed at accelerating the rollout of a nationwide electric vehicle charging network. The initiative, announced in Dublin on 4 June 2026, brings together the EIB, the Department of Transport, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, and Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland (ZEVI)… [Read More]

Paro — June 2, 2026 — Bhutan has restarted its accession process to the World Trade Organization (WTO), marking a significant step in its economic transition after graduating from Least Developed Country (LDC) status in 2023. The move reflects Bhutan’s ambition to strengthen competitiveness, deepen global engagement, and build resilience in an increasingly fragmented global trade environment…. [Read More]