The United Kingdom has announced over $30 million (£22.5 million) in funding to support Somalia’s security transition. This includes $8 million (£6 million) to the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) to provide essential non-lethal support to Somali forces, and $22 million (£16.5 million) to the African Union Support to Somalia (AUSSOM) to sustain… [Read More]
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Six UK Regions Awarded £25 Million to Strengthen Creative Sector
The UK government is providing a significant boost to creative industries outside of London, with six regions—Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, North East, West of England, West Midlands, and West Yorkshire—each receiving £25 million through the Creative Places Growth Fund. This initiative, part of the Creative Industries Sector Plan and the broader Industrial Strategy, aims… [Read More]
Canada Invests $600K to Drive AI Innovation and Technology Commercialization in Northern Ontario
Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced that FedNor is investing $595,400 to support three technology and AI-driven initiatives in Northern Ontario. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for FedNor, reflecting the federal government’s commitment to fostering innovation and economic growth… [Read More]
Driving Innovation: TechAlliance Empowers Local Enterprises in Critical Industries
London, one of Canada’s fastest-growing cities, boasts strengths in agri-food, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies, and health and life sciences. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting businesses and organizations that drive sustainable growth and innovation, aiming to build a resilient and prosperous future for southern Ontario’s economy. Peter Fragiskatos, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister… [Read More]
Canada Strengthens Sexual and Reproductive Health Service Access Nationwide
The Government of Canada has announced over $13 million in funding to 15 community-based organizations to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services across the country. Barriers such as limited provider knowledge, insufficient training and resources, stigma, discrimination, and geographic isolation often prevent Canadians from accessing these essential services. The funding, provided through the… [Read More]
Nearly $3.5 Billion Awarded by FEMA to Boost Emergency Management Across States
FEMA has announced the distribution of nearly $3.5 billion through its non-disaster grant programs to support state and local communities in enhancing emergency preparedness. These funds are aimed at strengthening capabilities to respond to threats such as fires, floods, tornadoes, cyber incidents, and terrorist attacks. The grants help communities hire and train first responders, safeguard… [Read More]
WHO Partners with Zamfara State to Combat Cholera Through Vaccination Campaign
Zamfara State has intensified efforts to contain a cholera outbreak through a reactive oral cholera vaccination (OCV) campaign, supported by the National Primary Health Care Development Agency (NPHCDA), World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and other partners. The campaign targeted six high-burden Local Government Areas (LGAs)—Gusau, Bungudu, Zurmi, Anka, Talata Mafara, and Shinkafi—following the release of… [Read More]
Nigeria Strengthens Polio Surveillance to Secure Eradication Gains
Nigeria is intensifying its efforts to eradicate all forms of poliovirus by the end of 2025. With technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and other partners, the government, through the National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC), has launched rapid surveillance assessments (RSAs) to enhance the capacity to detect suspected poliovirus cases quickly and guide… [Read More]
Enhancing Youth Digital Skills: Media and Literacy Camp 2025
The second Media and Digital Literacy Camp for youth began on September 26 at Jahorina, bringing together 17 participants from across Bosnia and Herzegovina. Over four days, attendees are engaged in interactive workshops and practical exercises designed to enhance their understanding of media, digital, and scientific literacy, with a special focus on fact-checking and artificial… [Read More]
Moldova Engages Investors to Unlock Capital for Economic Growth
Major investment opportunities are emerging in Moldova as the European Commission launches a Call for Expressions of Interest for private investment. The initiative invites businesses from the European Union, the European Economic Area, and Moldova to participate, with the aim of driving economic growth and supporting new investments in the country. This Call will be… [Read More]
Peace Vibe Festival in Sarajevo Unites Young People from Bosnia and Herzegovina
The second Peace Vibe Festival, held from September 27 to 29 in Sarajevo, brought together over 50 young people from 33 local communities across Bosnia and Herzegovina, along with representatives from civil society organizations, academia, and other sectors. Over three days, participants engaged in creative, cultural, and digital activities aimed at building bridges, strengthening trust,… [Read More]
Ukrainian Wind Power Plant Repaired with Help from EU and Denmark
The Ukraine Energy Support Fund, managed by the Energy Community Secretariat, continues to play a key role in restoring Ukraine’s energy system following widespread damage from Russian attacks. Recently, one of Ukraine’s most modern wind power plants, damaged during the conflict, received three new turbine blades worth EUR 3.23 million. The procurement, delivery, and installation… [Read More]
Somali Employers Boost Advocacy Capacity in First Step of Strategic Plan
The Somali Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has launched the implementation of its Strategic Plan 2025–2029 by enhancing its policy advocacy capacity, a critical function for influencing the national business environment. This initiative, supported by the ILO, marks a key step in bringing the Chamber’s strategic objectives to life and ensuring that Somali employers… [Read More]
First Global Dialogue on Digital Platform Work Convened by ILO and Singapore
More than 150 policymakers, statisticians, social partners, platform operators, and researchers from over 20 countries gathered in Singapore on 29 September for the Global Dialogue on Digital Platform Work. Hosted by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and the International Labour Organization (ILO), the conference aimed to facilitate global knowledge exchange, address data gaps, and drive… [Read More]
How the World Bank Uses Blockchain to Enhance Transparency and Accountability
FundsChain is a blockchain-based platform developed by the World Bank to enhance traceability, accountability, and efficiency in tracking the use of project funds. The platform offers tamper-proof digital records, end-to-end tracking of transactions, and immediate access for project partners, streamlining financial management and operations across diverse systems that are often non-standardized and disconnected. By using… [Read More]
HSTRF: Strengthening Health Systems for Resilience and Transformation
Investments in health are a major driver of economic growth and job creation. By enhancing human capital and supporting productive, resilient populations, health services fuel economies and create millions of jobs, laying the foundation for stronger, more prosperous societies. The World Bank Group has set an ambitious goal to expand health services to 1.5 billion… [Read More]
House of Diplomacy and Dialogue’: UN Wraps Up High-Level Week Urging Peace and Climate Action
Over six days, 189 Member States, including 124 heads of state and government, addressed the United Nations from the iconic green marbled podium, highlighting both the urgency of today’s global challenges and the potential of collective action. UN officials emphasized that the high-level week demonstrated the continued relevance of the Organization, stressing that the true… [Read More]
India’s Growth Forecast Steady at 6.5% for FY2025–2026, Says ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected India’s gross domestic product (GDP) to grow by 6.5% in both fiscal years FY2025, ending 31 March 2026, and FY2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2025. While the FY2025 forecast remains unchanged from July 2025, the FY2026 estimate has been revised downward from 6.7% to… [Read More]
Cambodia’s Economy Shows Resilience Despite Lower Growth Outlook, Says ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised Cambodia’s growth forecast to 4.9% for 2025 and 5.0% for 2026, down from previous projections of 6.1% and 6.2%, respectively. The revision reflects economic challenges stemming from geopolitical tensions with Thailand and uncertainty in the United States export market. Despite these challenges, Cambodia is expected to maintain solid… [Read More]
China’s 2025 Economic Growth Unchanged as ADB Lowers Inflation Outlook
The economy of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) is projected to grow by 4.7% in 2025, unchanged from the April forecast and close to the government’s target of around 5.0%, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) September 2025 report by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Growth is expected to moderate to 4.3% in… [Read More]
Developing Asia-Pacific Economic Growth to Slow Due to Changing Global Trade Landscape
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has slightly lowered its growth projections for developing Asia and the Pacific amid a shifting global trade environment shaped by tariffs and updated trade agreements. Economies in the region are now expected to grow by 4.8% in 2025 and 4.5% in 2026, down from the April forecasts of 4.9% and… [Read More]
Lao PDR’s Economy Expected to Grow 3.7% in 2025, Says ADB
Services are expected to remain the primary driver of economic growth in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) in 2025, with the sector projected to expand by 4.5%, according to the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The tourism industry experienced a strong rebound, attracting 2.3 million visitors in the first half of the year, aided… [Read More]
WEF GAEA Awards Recognize UNDP and Lavazza’s Sustainable Coffee Initiative
The collaboration between the UN Development Programme (UNDP), the Government of Ecuador, and Lavazza has been selected as a finalist for the World Economic Forum’s GAEA Awards in the Moving Business for Climate Impact category, recognizing its efforts to address forest loss from coffee-related agricultural expansion. The partnership has introduced the world’s first nationally certified,… [Read More]
