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The conflict in the Middle East could reduce economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific by up to 1.3 percentage points and increase inflation by 3.2 percentage points over 2026–2027 if energy market disruptions persist for more than a year, according to research by the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The regional economies are affected… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group is intensifying its support for Mauritania’s private sector, aiming to channel more resources into private sector-led investment, strengthen cooperation with local and regional banks, and back projects that generate jobs and value. During a workshop co-organized with the Investment Promotion Agency of Mauritania (APIM) on 26 March, Malinne Blomberg, Deputy… [Read More]

The European Commission has launched a new integrated strategy to tackle the rising threat of wildfires, which are becoming larger, more frequent, and more destructive across the continent. The strategy takes a holistic approach, addressing prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery, and aims to enhance Europe’s resilience, protect citizens, safeguard infrastructure, and preserve cultural heritage. It… [Read More]

Member States have successfully reprogrammed €34.6 billion of their 2021–2027 cohesion policy funds to address the European Union’s most urgent strategic priorities. The redirected funds focus on boosting competitiveness, enhancing defence and civil preparedness, promoting affordable and sustainable housing, improving water resilience, and advancing energy connectivity. This reallocation aims to strengthen Europe’s competitive edge, security,… [Read More]

India is projected to spend ₹1,039 crore on its strategic petroleum reserves in the current financial year (FY26), significantly below the budgeted ₹5,876 crore. This underspending comes at a time of heightened energy security concerns amid tensions in West Asia, which have disrupted global oil supplies. The shortfall has drawn attention because India’s strategic reserves,… [Read More]

On March 25, 2026, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced $150,000 in Animal Welfare Fund grants to support registered animal shelters caring for homeless pets across the state. The grants are made possible by Michiganders who voluntarily contribute through their state tax returns, and they aim to improve the welfare of… [Read More]

One year after the earthquake, recovery in central Myanmar remains fragile but ongoing, with communities taking the lead in rebuilding their lives alongside support from UNDP. The damage is still visible, and many families live beside unsafe structures while struggling to restore livelihoods and access basic services amid ongoing conflict and economic pressures. Despite these… [Read More]

New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that the Office of the Attorney General will award $3 million in grants to two organizations serving the Filipino community in New York City. The Ma-Yi Filipino Theater Ensemble, Inc. (Ma-Yi Theater) and Woodside on the Move, Inc. will each receive $1.5 million following the dissolution of a… [Read More]

When disaster strikes, every minute is critical, both immediately and in the long term. Humanitarian response begins long before the emergency hits and continues well after media attention fades. Concern Worldwide exemplifies this approach, responding to 50 emergencies across 22 countries last year and reaching 16.8 million people. Each crisis is unique, ranging from local… [Read More]

The United Nations General Assembly has voted to recognise the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” a move intended to promote healing and justice. The resolution, proposed by Ghana, encourages UN member states to consider issuing apologies for the slave trade and contributing to a reparations fund,… [Read More]

Residents of the Psychoneurological Residential Care Facility in Mykolaiv Oblast will now benefit from a more stable and reliable power supply following the installation of a solar power station implemented by the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) in partnership with the Ukrainian NGO Ecoclub, with financial support from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. The… [Read More]

The United Nations General Assembly has voted to recognise the enslavement of Africans during the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity,” a move intended to promote healing and justice. The resolution, proposed by Ghana, encourages UN member states to consider issuing apologies for the slave trade and contributing to a reparations fund,… [Read More]

South African households are facing severe pressure from rising fuel prices, with many minimum wage earners spending up to a third of their income on transport. Petrol price hikes not only increase the cost of commuting but also drive up food prices and weigh on economic growth, making immediate relief a priority for vulnerable citizens…. [Read More]

The 2025 Adaptation Gap Report: Running on Empty warns that developing countries will require US$310–365 billion annually by 2035 to adapt to climate change. Despite this urgent need, international public adaptation finance fell from US$28 billion in 2022 to US$26 billion in 2023, highlighting a growing gap. African countries must explore alternative approaches, with social… [Read More]

Over the last twenty years, Kenya has faced massive economic losses from extreme weather, including floods, mudslides, and droughts, amounting to trillions of dollars globally. In Nairobi County and other parts of the country, these disasters have repeatedly displaced families and destroyed livelihoods. Recent events highlight a pattern of climate-driven extremes, where heavy rainfall follows… [Read More]

The United Kingdom has announced a 56% reduction in bilateral aid to African countries to finance increased defense spending, cutting more than £6 billion from development programs. By 2028–2029, UK funding to Africa is expected to fall by nearly £900 million, translating into fewer schools, hospitals, and essential services for vulnerable populations. Experts warn that… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has granted a €200 million loan to A2A, one of Italy’s leading multi-utility companies, to modernise and expand electricity distribution grids in the province of Milan. The project aligns with national and European decarbonisation targets and aims to reinforce grid resilience, increase capacity, and meet rising electricity demand driven by… [Read More]

The Boards of Directors of the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group have endorsed the expansion of key financing instruments to strengthen Europe’s technological leadership and defence capabilities. The European Tech Champions Initiative (ETCI), managed by the European Investment Fund (EIF), will be scaled up to attract institutional investors alongside public resources from EU Member States…. [Read More]

Media freedom in Kosovo has declined since 2023, prompting calls for urgent government action, according to an international media freedom mission. A two-day visit to Pristina by a coalition of media freedom organisations under the Council of Europe’s Platform for the Safety of Journalists found that Kosovo’s previously stable media environment has deteriorated over the… [Read More]

The Foyle Foundation, as it prepares to close after 25 years of grant-making, has announced a final £2.2 million in funding for community foundations across the UK and Northern Ireland, including a £200,000 grant for Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF). CCF will use this funding to support people and projects under the greatest pressures, from families… [Read More]

Havering Together, a new borough-wide giving initiative, has secured a £250,000 grant from the City Bridge Foundation, London’s largest independent charity and owner of five Thames bridges. The programme aims to unlock funding, strengthen community collaboration, and support grassroots initiatives across Havering, an area historically underserved by external funding. Havering Council has strongly supported the… [Read More]

A variety of organisations across Burnley are set to benefit from Burnley Council’s Rural Assets and Grass Roots Sports grant schemes, funded through the UK Government’s Pride in Place Impact Fund. The council invited eligible parish councils and non-profit sports clubs to apply for funding earlier this year, aiming to support projects that enhance community… [Read More]

Over the past three years, the International Development Association (IDA), the World Bank’s fund for low-income countries, has significantly improved access to essential services for millions of people. Through its financing, 122 million individuals gained social protection, 54 million accessed new or improved electricity services, 138 million benefited from broadband internet, and 225 million received… [Read More]