Despite ongoing restrictions and socio-political challenges, Afghan women are continuing to build livelihoods and strengthen resilience, with support from organizations such as UN Women. In eastern Afghanistan’s Parwan province, a young woman affected by the ban on higher education for females turned to knitting to sustain herself. After struggling for years with minimal income, her… [Read More]
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Insights Forum 2025 Unites Stakeholders to Drive Local Funding in Digital Health
The 2025 edition of the Insights Learning Forum (ILF) is set to convene stakeholders from across the digital and public health sectors. This annual flagship event brings together experts, policymakers, and innovators to examine how digital technologies can strengthen healthcare systems across Africa. ILF serves as a collaborative platform for exchanging knowledge, sharing best practices,… [Read More]
Africa Honors CDIA as Top Disability Inclusion Nonprofit of 2025
The Centre for Disability and Inclusion Africa (CDIA) has been recognized as the leading Disability Inclusion Nonprofit in Africa for 2025. This honor was announced by Acquisition International, a UK-based global organization that annually conducts a rigorous selection process to recognize outstanding nonprofit organizations around the world. The award was part of Acquisition International’s 2025… [Read More]
EU Financial Aid to Ukraine Surpasses $X Billion in 2025
The European Union (EU) and its 27 Member States have collectively provided approximately $180 billion in support to Ukraine since the onset of the war. This funding comprises financial, military, humanitarian, and refugee assistance, with 65% offered as grants or in-kind aid and the remaining 35% in highly concessional loans. In February 2024, EU leaders… [Read More]
African and European Unions Unite to Drive Circular Economy and Green Growth
Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) have jointly launched the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) for Africa, covering the period from 2024 to 2034. The plan aims to promote sustainability, boost economic growth, and increase resource efficiency across the continent. Developed with co-financing and technical assistance from the EU, the CEAP is aligned… [Read More]
ADF Supports Climate-Resilient Rice Production and Value Chains in West Africa
The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund (ADF), the concessional arm of the African Development Bank Group, has approved a $9.44 million grant for the Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) to enhance the climate resilience of rice value chains across 13 West African countries. The funding, approved on 17 July 2025, comes through the… [Read More]
AfDB and SEFA Provide $40 Million Equity Boost to Zafiri for Expanding Clean Energy Access in Africa
The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors has approved a $40 million equity investment in Project Zafiri, a transformative equity platform developed under Mission 300, which aims to connect 300 million people to electricity across Africa by 2030. This strategic investment is designed to accelerate the deployment of Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) solutions, particularly in… [Read More]
African Development Bank Unveils Country Diagnostics to Drive Gender-Inclusive Clean Energy Transitions
The African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the Climate Investment Funds (CIF), has launched the Gender and Renewable Energy Country Diagnostics to strengthen gender-inclusive energy transitions in Africa. This new initiative explores the intersection of gender equity and energy access in six countries: Ghana, Liberia, Mali, Lesotho, Madagascar, and Malawi. Developed under CIF’s Scaling… [Read More]
African Development Bank Invests $282 Million to Boost Renewable Energy in Tanzania’s Islands
The African Development Bank Group has approved a $282.07 million investment to support the installation of high and medium voltage submarine power cables to Zanzibar’s Unguja and Pemba Islands, and Mafia Island in Tanzania. The project aims to expand access to clean and reliable electricity and promote the use of clean cooking technologies in these… [Read More]
USDA Forest Service Announces $80 Million Investment in Timber Industry and Forest Conservation
The U.S. Forest Service has announced an $80 million investment through its Wood Innovation Grants program to boost wood products manufacturing, expand active forest management, and accelerate energy innovation in timber-producing communities across the United States. This funding initiative is aimed at strengthening rural economies, improving forest health, and promoting sustainable use of natural resources…. [Read More]
New UK-Philippines Initiative Aims to Boost Financial Access in Emerging Economies
The United Kingdom and the Philippines have launched a new international initiative aimed at increasing the flow of global capital into emerging markets. Unveiled at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, the EMDE Public Markets Coalition is part of the broader Sevilla Platform for Action on Public Markets Mobilisation for… [Read More]
World Bank Procurement Reform Targets Job Growth and Skills Development in Projects
The World Bank is updating its procurement requirements to address the pressing challenge of job creation in developing countries. Beginning September 1, 2025, companies bidding on international civil works contracts—such as those involving transportation and energy infrastructure—under World Bank-funded projects will be required to allocate at least 30% of labor costs to local labor. This… [Read More]
2025 Honda Indy Toronto Gets $1.5 Million Boost from Ontario Government
The Ontario government is investing $1.5 million to support the 2025 Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, a major sporting event held at Exhibition Place. This investment aims to strengthen the province’s sport and tourism sectors by enhancing event operations and attracting international visitors. The 2025 edition of the Honda Indy Toronto is expected to draw… [Read More]
Province of Ontario Commits $12.6M for Recreational Infrastructure Upgrades in Northeastern Region
The Ontario government is investing over $12.6 million in northeastern Ontario to protect jobs and improve local sports and recreation infrastructure. This funding is part of the broader $200 million Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), which supports economic growth and encourages healthy, active living across the province. The initiatives aim to revitalize community… [Read More]
New Labour Governance Strengthening Programme Launched in Papua New Guinea
A new programme titled Improving Labour Governance in Papua New Guinea has been launched as a joint effort by the International Labour Organization (ILO), the Government of Papua New Guinea, and the Australian Government. This three-year initiative is funded by Australia and supported technically by the ILO. It aims to enhance labour protections, promote social… [Read More]
Ontario Funding Boost: $7.5 Million to Support Business Digitization
The Ontario government is investing $7.5 million to support small and medium-sized businesses across the province in modernizing their operations through the adoption of digital technologies. The initiative aims to enhance productivity and sales, particularly in sectors like retail, by helping companies access the necessary tools and expert support. The funding is channeled through the… [Read More]
Empowering Communities with the West Africa Clean Cooking Fund
The West Africa Clean Cooking Fund aims to revolutionize cooking practices in a region where over 267 million people still rely on traditional biomass fuels. This reliance contributes to serious health problems, particularly for women, and leads to environmental degradation, including deforestation and rising greenhouse gas emissions. The fund will be accelerated through an initial… [Read More]
Record £14.5B in UK Export Financing Boosts 70,000 Jobs Nationwide
UK Export Finance (UKEF) achieved a record high in 2024–25 by providing £14.5 billion in export support through loans, guarantees, and insurance. This substantial backing helped over 667 UK companies expand their international operations and contributed significantly to economic growth across the country. UKEF’s activities supported up to 70,000 jobs and added an estimated £5.4… [Read More]
British Businesses Gain Momentum Through New UK-South Africa Infrastructure Partnership
The UK has launched a new Infrastructure Partnership with South Africa aimed at creating significant investment and export opportunities for British firms. The agreement is expected to enhance project delivery in South Africa by leveraging UK expertise, helping generate economic growth and employment in both nations. This initiative builds on the UK-South Africa Growth &… [Read More]
UNDP’s timbuktoo Initiative Reshapes Development Finance at FFD4
On the sidelines of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted a high-level event titled “Building the Future of Engagement with the Private Sector.” The event focused on mobilizing private capital and reforming the international financial architecture, highlighting UNDP’s timbuktoo initiative as a prime… [Read More]
New UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 26 Cultural and Natural Wonders Named
The 47th session of the World Heritage Committee concluded in Paris with the inscription of 26 new cultural and natural sites to UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Additionally, two existing sites were extended, enabling the creation of transboundary natural parks. These additions bring the total number of World Heritage Sites to 1,248 across 170 countries and… [Read More]
Joburg NGOs Regain Water Access After Gauteng High Court Ruling
A recent Gauteng High Court ruling has led to the restoration of water access for thousands of vulnerable individuals in Johannesburg. The decision mandates Johannesburg Water to immediately reconnect supply to 23 NGOs operating at the Children’s Memorial Institute in Braamfontein. These organisations provide essential services to children, families, and crisis-affected individuals. The court’s intervention… [Read More]
2025 World Population Day: Hon. Nasir Isa Kwarra’s Press Briefing at NPC Headquarters, Abuja
Nigeria observed the 2025 World Population Day, aligning with the global community to raise awareness on population dynamics and their implications for sustainable development and human rights. This year’s theme, “Empowering Young People to Create the Families They Want in a Fair and Hopeful World,” highlights the nation’s current demographic turning point, with over 60%… [Read More]
