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South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation since its independence in 2011, has faced a series of crises that continue to undermine stability. A brutal civil war from 2013 to 2018 killed hundreds of thousands, displaced millions, and devastated the economy. Today, political tensions are rising, violence persists in parts of the country, and repeated climate… [Read More]

The Socialist Republic of Viet Nam, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) have launched the US$102.5 million RECAF project to address rising greenhouse gas emissions and safeguard critical forest ecosystems in coffee-producing regions of the Central Highlands and South Central Coast. The initiative targets areas where rural livelihoods… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and Agence Française de Développement (AFD) recently held high-level discussions in Abidjan on 23 January to enhance joint investment and align more closely with Africa’s development priorities. Senior leaders focused on high-impact sectors such as energy, jobs and skills, entrepreneurship, water, and agriculture, while emphasizing the acceleration of delivery… [Read More]

The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically reshaped the global workforce, forcing organizations to adapt quickly to remote work environments. This shift presented both challenges and opportunities, requiring companies to rethink collaboration methods to maintain productivity, engagement, and team cohesion. By examining case studies of businesses that successfully navigated this transition, leaders, HR professionals, and team managers can… [Read More]

In today’s digital era, social media has become a transformative tool for nonprofits, offering unprecedented opportunities to engage audiences and drive fundraising outcomes. By leveraging creative strategies, organizations can connect with donors, amplify their causes, and build strong, loyal communities online. This exploration of innovative case studies provides valuable lessons for nonprofit leaders, fundraising professionals,… [Read More]

In today’s competitive business environment, startups must leverage creativity and innovation to survive and grow. Innovative marketing strategies are crucial for gaining visibility, attracting customers, and building a strong brand. By examining real-world case studies, entrepreneurs, marketers, and business students can gain practical insights, inspiration, and strategies that can be adapted to their own ventures…. [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has provided €50 million in urgent winter financing to Ukraine’s state-owned energy company, Naftogaz, to strengthen the country’s energy resilience amid ongoing attacks on critical infrastructure. This funding aims to support the import of natural gas, ensuring households, essential services, and businesses maintain electricity and heating during severe winter conditions…. [Read More]

In 2025, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group increased its financing for Latvia to a record €381 million, marking a significant step in the country’s green transition, infrastructure modernization, and support for households and businesses. The year also saw the opening of the EIB Group’s first office in Riga, strengthening partnerships with government authorities, financial… [Read More]

In 2025, the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group significantly increased its financing in Lithuania, rising 29% to €577 million, with a strong focus on security, defence, renewable energy, and water infrastructure. This growth reflects Lithuania’s strategic priorities, supporting the country’s resilience, infrastructure, and economic development while mobilising total investments of €1.4 billion, equivalent to 1.7%… [Read More]

Disaster resilience in south-west Queensland is set to receive a major upgrade, with the Australian and Queensland Governments committing $15.47 million to fund critical flood protection projects in the region. The funding aims to strengthen flood mitigation for vulnerable townships, review local flood monitoring assets, and upgrade six floodways in Quilpie Shire, helping communities better… [Read More]

The Government is providing targeted support to schools, kura, and families in Northland and Gisborne to minimise disruptions caused by recent severe weather, Education Minister Erica Stanford said. Authorities are prioritising access to essential services, including transport, school lunches, safe learning spaces, and the assessment and repair of any damages to school facilities. Severe weather… [Read More]

Thailand is taking a significant step toward aligning climate ambition with inclusive economic growth and decent work through the introduction of the Just Transition Assessment Model (JTAM). On 26 January 2026, senior policymakers, researchers, social partners, and development partners convened in Bangkok to discuss the application of JTAM-Thailand, highlighting its role in supporting evidence-based policymaking…. [Read More]

The Planning Inspectorate is inviting applications from chartered professionals in the built environment and related fields to join as local plan inspectors, with submissions open until 22 February 2026. This recruitment drive is one of the largest in recent years and comes at a pivotal moment for planning in England, as local plans play a… [Read More]

The Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary TD, has announced that an additional grant of €1,000 will be made available to all Community Employment (CE) sponsor organisations to support materials costs. This funding aims to assist organisations in covering essential expenses required for the effective operation of CE projects. Community Employment is a programme designed… [Read More]

Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD, has announced over €1.6 million in funding to support the global promotion of Irish arts through Culture Ireland’s Regular Grants Programme. This funding represents the highest single grant round in the organisation’s history and demonstrates the Government’s commitment to enabling Irish artists and cultural organisations to… [Read More]

Agriculture plays a central role in Belarus, shaping food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods. The country’s agrifood products are deeply tied to cultural traditions, preserving genetic diversity while incorporating modern technologies to enhance quality and value. As Belarus becomes increasingly integrated into the global economy, there is a growing need to improve rural development and… [Read More]

Oil markets are experiencing a sustained bullish trend as traders increasingly bet on rising prices amid mounting geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The global Brent benchmark has exhibited a call skew—a premium for bullish call options—for 14 consecutive sessions, while U.S. crude has followed for 13 days, marking the longest streaks since late 2024…. [Read More]

In 2025, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) invested nearly US$2 billion (€1.72 billion) across 120 projects in Central Asia and Mongolia, marking one of the Bank’s strongest operational results in the region in over a decade. Uzbekistan remained the largest recipient of EBRD funding for the sixth consecutive year, receiving over US$1… [Read More]

Community-led air quality monitoring enables communities most affected by pollution to transform lived experience into credible evidence that can drive policy change. Across projects in Ghana, Bulgaria, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Nigeria, residents facing persistent exposure to smoke and toxic air lacked proof within official systems, despite clear health impacts. By generating their own data,… [Read More]

The situation of sub-Saharan African migrants in Morocco is closely tied to ongoing human rights concerns and the state’s efforts to improve social and economic conditions for both citizens and migrants. Integrating migrants safely into public life through migration-sensitive policies remains a central challenge for both government and non-state actors, requiring alignment between national legal… [Read More]

The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust has awarded a two-year emergency grant of $1.375 million to the END Fund to support visceral leishmaniasis (VL) programs coordinated by the World Health Organization (WHO) in nine eastern African countries. The funding will address a critical gap, enabling WHO to procure essential diagnostic tests and… [Read More]

Glasgow City Region has launched a new £20 million funding Open Call to expand Health and Life Sciences laboratory space, addressing a current shortfall that is limiting the growth of the sector. The funding is aimed at developers, site owners, and consortiums planning to deliver new or expanded specialist laboratory facilities, including wet, dry, incubator,… [Read More]

Last week marked one year since Donald Trump began his second term as President of the United States, bringing with it immediate and sweeping changes to the global aid landscape. Within days of taking office, he issued Executive Orders freezing all US foreign assistance, a move that disrupted international development efforts and affected millions of… [Read More]