IFC will be working with the National Bank of Ukraine to develop a national financial inclusion strategy aimed at improving access to digital financial services, creating jobs, and boosting the country’s economic growth. In Ukraine, the share of digital, i.e. non-cash transactions—in the total volume of transactions using payment cards—increased from 25 percent in 2014 to nearly 50 percent in late 2019, according to the National Bank of Ukraine. Triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, internet … [Read more...] about IFC develops strategy to boost Employment and Economic Growth in Ukraine
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Employment in the Nonprofit sector yet to recover: Study finds
As of September, employment in the nonprofit sector had yet to recover from the impact of COVID-19, an analysis from the Johns Hopkins Center for Civil Society Studies finds. Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data, the analysis found that the total number of nonprofit jobs rose 1.9 percent between August and September but was still down 7.6 percent (973,352 jobs) from February's pre-pandemic levels. Between March and September, the arts, entertainment, and recreation sector was the hardest … [Read more...] about Employment in the Nonprofit sector yet to recover: Study finds
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COVID-19 Pandemic threatens Jobs and Poverty Reduction in Western Balkans
The COVID-19 pandemic has plunged the Western Balkans region into a deep recession, with drops in both domestic and foreign demand, coupled with disruptions in supply chains, forcing all six countries in the region into negative growth territory for 2020. According to the World Bank’s latest Regular Economic Report (RER), economic growth is forecast to contract by 4.8 percent in 2020, 1.7 percentage points lower than forecast in April. A second, stronger wave of the pandemic since mid-June is … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Pandemic threatens Jobs and Poverty Reduction in Western Balkans
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South Africa extends Relief Grant to 6 million to help Unemployed amid COVID-19
South Africa has announced the extend of relief grants to 6 million of the country’s unemployed who have been hurt by the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa while delivering an economic recovery plan to parliament, also announced more than $5.9 billion for infrastructure projects over the next 10 years to stimulate the economy and create jobs, many of which were lost during the country’s strict lockdown. Chief Economist at Antswisa … [Read more...] about South Africa extends Relief Grant to 6 million to help Unemployed amid COVID-19
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$61.7 million boost for Environment, Jobs and Tourism
The Morrison-McCormack Government is building a more secure, resilient Australia with a $61.7 million investment in the environment, through the $1 billion COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Fund. This investment will create jobs, boost local tourism, and preserve our environment as part of the economic recovery plan. The funding includes: $33.5 million for heritage upgrades to fund conservation work, infrastructure upgrades across 23 national and world heritage sites, preserving and … [Read more...] about $61.7 million boost for Environment, Jobs and Tourism
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34 million jobs lost by the COVID-19 crisis in Latin America and the Caribbean
At least 34 million jobs in Latin America and the Caribbean have been lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from the International Labour Organization. The 2nd edition of the Labour Overview in times of COVID-19: Impacts on the labour market and income in Latin America and the Caribbean warns of “the drastic contraction of employment, hours worked and income.” Countries need to adopt immediate strategies to address the labour crisis, which, the report says, could … [Read more...] about 34 million jobs lost by the COVID-19 crisis in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Youth Unemployment in Ghana needs urgent Action: World Bank Report
A new World Bank report titled “Youth Employment Programs in Ghana: Options for Effective Policy Making and Implementation” identifies agribusiness, entrepreneurship, apprenticeship, construction, tourism and sports as key sectors that can offer increased employment opportunities for Ghanaian youth. It also calls for more investments in career guidance and counseling, work-based learning, coaching, and mentoring to equip young people with the skills needed for work. The report suggests that … [Read more...] about Youth Unemployment in Ghana needs urgent Action: World Bank Report
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Renewable Energy Jobs continue growth Worldwide: IRENA Report
Renewable energy continues to bring socio-economic benefits by creating numerous jobs worldwide, according to the latest figures released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). The seventh edition of Renewable Energy and Jobs – Annual Review shows that jobs in the sector reached 11.5 million globally last year, led by solar PV with some 3.8 million jobs, or a third of the total. IRENA’s Director-General, Francesco La Camera said, "Adopting renewables creates jobs and boosts … [Read more...] about Renewable Energy Jobs continue growth Worldwide: IRENA Report
US$40m Boost to Support Indigenous, Afro-Ecuadorian and Montubio Communities
The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a US$40 million fiancial aid for Ecuador in the framework of a project to improve living conditions, contribute to the recovery following the Covid-19 pandemic and address barriers to education and employment access for Indigenous, Afro-Ecuadorian and Montubio nationalities and peoples. This investment project aims to support one million people in 15 territories covering approximately 300 parishes prioritized for their vulnerability indicators. … [Read more...] about US$40m Boost to Support Indigenous, Afro-Ecuadorian and Montubio Communities
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Citi Foundation launches $100 million global Job Skills Initiative
Citi and the Citi Foundation have announced a three-year, $100 million commitment to expand a job skills-building initiative aimed at enhancing economic opportunity in underserved communities. The funding will enable the Pathways to Progress initiative — which was launched in 2014 with the goal of equipping underserved youth with the skills and networks needed to succeed in a rapidly changing economy — to provide ten thousand young adults over the next three years with opportunities to gain … [Read more...] about Citi Foundation launches $100 million global Job Skills Initiative
