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A series of events organized under the Chevening Alumni programme brought together specialists, entrepreneurs and local partners to promote dialogue, learning and networking aimed at strengthening women’s economic leadership in Guatemala. Supported by the Chevening Alumni Programme Fund, the initiatives were designed to enhance women’s leadership, economic participation and entrepreneurship by creating inclusive spaces for… [Read More]

The government has proposed a set of new and clearer farming rules aimed at improving water quality, reducing pollution in rivers and giving farmers greater confidence to produce food sustainably. The proposals respond to ongoing concerns about agricultural pollution, which currently affects around 41 per cent of England’s rivers, lakes and streams. A public consultation… [Read More]

The Governor of Beni Suef, Dr. Mohamed Hany Ghoneim, held a meeting with representatives from several United Nations agencies and the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation to discuss the implementation of a joint development programme supported by the UN Joint SDG Fund. The meeting, attended by the Deputy Governor, focused on the… [Read More]

The 6th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour, scheduled to take place from 11 to 13 February 2026 in Marrakech, Morocco, alongside the launch of the “Red Card to Child Labour” campaign, comes at a decisive moment for global efforts to eradicate child labour. Despite significant progress since 2000, when child labour rates… [Read More]

Bangladesh has taken a significant step toward advancing gender equality in skills development with the approval of the Gender and Skills Action Plan 2025–2027 at the second meeting of the National Steering Committee of the Gender and Skills Taskforce. The meeting, held in Dhaka, marked an important milestone in strengthening a more inclusive and gender-responsive… [Read More]

At the Global Labour Market Conference held in Riyadh from 26–27 January 2026, International Labour Organization Director-General Gilbert F. Houngbo called for coordinated, human-centred, and rights-based policy responses to address major transformations affecting labour markets worldwide. He emphasized the importance of inclusive growth, a just transition, and renewed social dialogue amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and… [Read More]

The World Bank has approved US$350 million in new financing to support Lebanon’s economic and financial recovery by addressing the urgent needs of poor and vulnerable populations and improving the delivery of essential public services. The funding is intended to help stabilize livelihoods during a fragile recovery period while strengthening state capacity through digital transformation… [Read More]

The Sustainability Solutions Lab (SSL) recognizes that climate nonprofits enter the programme with diverse levels of experience, capacity, and priorities. Rather than applying a standardized model, SSL begins by closely understanding these differences to ensure its support is relevant and effective. Through partner-led needs assessments, the lab evaluates grantees’ communications and technical capabilities, including storytelling,… [Read More]

As the new year begins, GAFSP reflects on the vital role played by millions of smallholder farmers worldwide in strengthening food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods. The program recognizes the resilience, innovation, and dedication of farmers, alongside the partnerships within GAFSP that support their work. Following a successful Steering Committee Meeting in Rome, GAFSP’s Coordination… [Read More]

The quality and resilience of democratic systems are shaped not only by formal institutions but also by the civic knowledge, values, and participatory capacities of citizens. Education systems play a critical role in developing democratic norms, political literacy, civic agency, and public reasoning among young people. However, civic and electoral education is often fragmented, constrained… [Read More]

Over a year ago, the first ten partner cities and municipalities in the Philippines, known as Local Government Units (LGUs), began their circular economy transition under the EU–PH Green Economy Partnership, funded through the Global Gateway initiative. This initial phase focused on introducing local stakeholders to circular economy concepts, illustrating how such strategies can address… [Read More]

Non-profit organizations today face the challenge of maximizing impact while operating under limited resources. Integrating data-driven decision-making has become an essential strategy to optimize operations, enhance service delivery, and ensure initiatives are grounded in evidence rather than assumptions. By leveraging analytics, non-profits can improve program efficacy, engage donors more effectively, and allocate resources where they… [Read More]

In the small village of Al Jabalain in Sudan’s White Nile State, the reopening of the local secondary school marks a powerful step toward community healing. Once dilapidated and empty due to years of conflict, the school now welcomes students into freshly renovated classrooms equipped with new desks, windows, and doors. For local families and… [Read More]

In recent years, cyber incidents have demonstrated the severe economic and societal consequences of digital vulnerabilities. The 2017 global ransomware outbreak caused an estimated $10 billion in damage to businesses, while a 2022 cyberattack in Costa Rica forced the government to declare a national state of emergency, resulting in losses of up to 2.4% of… [Read More]

In Rwanda’s conservation landscapes, people, wildlife, and nature are deeply interconnected. Around Volcanoes National Park (VNP), pressures from land use, climate variability, and livelihoods intersect daily with biodiversity protection. In 2025, AWF Rwanda focused on people-centered conservation that is practical, locally led, and sustainable, emphasizing that lasting gains occur when landscapes are treated as socio-ecological… [Read More]

UNICEF launched its new Digital Education Strategy on 24 January in Helsinki, highlighting its collaboration with Finland and other global partners during the International Day of Education at Educa, Finland’s largest education and training event. The strategy aims to scale innovative, AI-enabled teaching and learning programs across 18 countries, building on UNICEF’s digital education experience… [Read More]

Armenia’s electricity transmission network faced significant challenges due to aging Soviet-era infrastructure. Frequent outages, equipment failures, and limited capacity hindered the system’s ability to meet growing domestic demand, reducing reliability and increasing costs for households and businesses. These weaknesses disrupted industrial and commercial production, threatened operational continuity, and highlighted the need for modernized substations and… [Read More]

Dr. Marianna Wetherill, an ACLM member and associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, shared insights from her leadership of NOURISH-OK, a five-year NIH-funded study exploring the relationship between food insecurity and metabolic health. Partnering with Tulsa CARES, a nonprofit HIV service organization, the study aimed to understand how food insecurity affects… [Read More]

The SUNCASA Project (Scaling Urban Nature-based Solutions for Climate Adaptation in sub-Saharan Africa) is entering its third and final year, having already planted over 2 million trees and shrubs and revitalized degraded urban river catchments across Ethiopia, Rwanda, and South Africa. In Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, the project has exceeded agroforestry targets by restoring more than… [Read More]

England’s water sector experienced one of its most severe hydrological challenges in 2025, as an unusual combination of prolonged dry conditions and above-average temperatures led to a significant drought. The government report, 2025 drought: how it developed in England, published on 26 January 2026, provides a detailed analysis of the event, offering crucial insights for… [Read More]

This study investigates the effectiveness and efficiency of public procurement processes in IFAD-supported agricultural projects in Zimbabwe, with a focus on the Smallholder Agriculture Cluster Project (SACP). Public procurement accounts for approximately 60% of Zimbabwe’s national budget, yet challenges such as corruption, political interference, capacity limitations, and insufficient transparency undermine its effectiveness. Using surveys and… [Read More]

Sustainable development has become an urgent necessity, particularly in countries facing compounded crises like Yemen. Over the period 2023–2025, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has continued to deliver results for Yemeni communities, demonstrating both the resilience of the people and UNDP’s commitment to supporting recovery and sustainable development. Despite ongoing humanitarian needs, economic fragility,… [Read More]

Illicit financial flows (IFFs) pose a significant challenge to sustainable development by reducing domestic resource mobilization, weakening institutions, and undermining the rule of law. By diverting financial resources from essential public services such as health, education, and infrastructure, IFFs exacerbate inequality, constrain inclusive economic growth, and hinder long-term development outcomes. Addressing IFFs is a key… [Read More]