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The African Development Bank Group, in partnership with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Government of Rwanda, has launched the Energy Sector Results Based Financing Phase II (RBF II) Program to advance universal access to reliable, clean, and affordable energy. With a total cost of $300 million, the program is financed through a… [Read More]

A United Nations representative has called for stronger collective action to address the ongoing challenges faced by women worldwide, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in advancing gender equality and protecting women’s rights. The statement highlighted that despite progress in many areas, women and girls continue to face significant barriers related to economic participation, education,… [Read More]

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has announced funding support for four new research projects aimed at advancing scientific understanding and treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to accelerate breakthroughs in MS research and improve outcomes for individuals living with the neurological condition. The selected projects focus on innovative approaches that may… [Read More]

A recent report has revealed that India’s cities will require investments worth approximately US$854.43 billion to support rapid urban growth and infrastructure development over the coming years. The report highlights the increasing pressure on urban infrastructure due to population growth, migration, and expanding economic activities in cities across the country. As urbanization accelerates, the need… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group will launch the 2025 edition of the Africa Industrialization Index (AII 2025) during its 2026 Annual Meetings in Brazzaville. Alongside this, the inaugural Africa Industrial Investment Barometer (AfIIB) will also be released, offering new insights into industrial investment flows across the continent. Both reports are expected to provide key findings… [Read More]

The Queensland Government has announced that the Infrastructure Activation Fund will help unlock more than 51,000 new homes across the state by supporting critical infrastructure required for residential development. The initiative is designed to accelerate housing supply and address growing demand by funding essential infrastructure projects that enable new housing developments to move forward more… [Read More]

The New South Wales Government has announced nearly $1 million in grant funding for community projects in Port Kembla, aiming to strengthen local infrastructure, improve community facilities, and support social development initiatives across the region. The funding has been awarded through the Port Kembla Community Investment Fund, which was established to deliver long-term benefits to… [Read More]

The course led by Jeff Checkel at PRIO was designed to be highly student‑driven, encouraging active participation and engagement. In its first half, the course focused on research epistemology, ethics, and transparency, before moving into key methodological approaches such as case studies, case selection, and techniques for capturing processes. The second half shifted from conceptual… [Read More]

The New South Wales Government has announced renewed funding for the Virtual Residential Parenting Service (VRPS), committing $14 million over the next five years to continue supporting families with young children across the state. The service provides free online parenting assistance for families with children aged between zero and three years and has supported more… [Read More]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a strong warning about the rapid global spread of nicotine pouch products, which are being aggressively marketed to adolescents and young people. The warning comes ahead of World No Tobacco Day, which this year will focus on nicotine addiction and industry tactics aimed at hooking a new generation… [Read More]

Construction has officially commenced on the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk project in New South Wales, marking a major investment aimed at boosting tourism across the Coffs Coast and Mid North Coast regions. The NSW Government has committed $56.4 million toward redeveloping the Dorrigo Rainforest Centre and developing a new multi-day walking experience through the World… [Read More]

Governments, banks, and investors have collectively invested nearly $100 billion in disaster resilience and climate adaptation projects across Asia over the last five years. The investments were largely directed toward strengthening infrastructure, improving water management systems, and reducing climate-related risks in vulnerable regions. The study covering these investments mainly focused on China, India, and Southeast… [Read More]

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has introduced HEARTS 2.0, an updated clinical pathway for the Americas that builds on the original model for hypertension control while expanding recommendations to integrate cardio‑renal‑metabolic conditions. This pathway provides a standardized, evidence‑based approach for managing hypertension and cardiovascular risk in primary health care, covering diagnosis, treatment, and follow‑up… [Read More]

The Trump administration has announced $1.8 billion in new funding for United Nations humanitarian aid efforts, following a previous $2 billion commitment made in December. The announcement was made by Jeremy Lewin, State Department undersecretary for foreign assistance, who emphasized that the U.S. remains deeply engaged in humanitarian work despite perceptions to the contrary. The… [Read More]

S&P Global and the S&P Global Foundation have launched StepForward, a three‑year $10 million initiative designed to prepare the next generation for success in an AI‑driven economy. Launched in December 2025, the program supports organizations delivering innovative workforce readiness and AI education programs worldwide, complemented by skills‑based volunteering from S&P Global employees. The initiative is… [Read More]

Anthropic has announced a major partnership with the Gates Foundation to accelerate the use of artificial intelligence in areas that directly affect people’s lives, such as public health, education, and economic mobility. The US‑based AI company has committed $200 million in grant funding, usage credits, and technical support over four years, with a focus on… [Read More]

At the Nirak Health Center in Ethiopia’s Amhara Region, health workers once provided essential care to more than 20,000 people despite difficult conditions of arid land, environmental degradation, and humanitarian challenges. This lifeline was abruptly cut off when conflict forced staff to flee, leaving the facility in ruins. When they returned, the center was stripped… [Read More]

Ethiopia continues to face severe humanitarian and health challenges, particularly in conflict-affected regions where healthcare systems have been heavily disrupted. In Ethiopia’s Amhara Region, the Nirak Health Center once served as a critical source of medical care for more than 20,000 people living in difficult conditions marked by environmental degradation, food insecurity, and ongoing humanitarian… [Read More]

Tanzania has announced the upcoming Tanzania Investment Summit 2026, an international investment event designed to attract global capital into the country’s major economic sectors. The summit aims to unlock an investment pipeline worth approximately USD 2.85 billion through a portfolio of public investment-ready projects across multiple development sectors. The Tanzania Investment Summit 2026 will take… [Read More]

Wellcome has launched the world’s largest global prize dedicated to mental health science in partnership with Nature. The new initiative, called the Wellcome Prize for Mental Health Science with Nature, aims to recognize and support breakthrough innovations that improve understanding, prevention, and treatment of mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and psychosis. The prize… [Read More]

New data from the IPC shows that nearly 19.5 million people in Sudan are facing acute food insecurity, with projections indicating that 825,000 children under five will suffer from severe acute malnutrition in 2026. This represents a sharp increase compared to previous years, driven by ongoing conflict, adverse weather, and the collapse of basic services…. [Read More]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially validated Tunisia as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, marking a major achievement in the country’s public health history. The milestone reflects decades of continuous national efforts aimed at controlling and preventing one of the world’s leading infectious causes of blindness. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus… [Read More]

Leaders from governments, academic institutions, regulatory agencies, community organizations, and youth networks gathered in Nairobi during the World Health Summit Regional Meeting to discuss the growing role of traditional medicine in strengthening healthcare systems across Africa. The high-level session focused on integrating traditional medicine into primary healthcare and universal health coverage strategies throughout the continent…. [Read More]