In the world of business, failure is often perceived as the end, yet many companies prove that setbacks can serve as stepping stones to success. The blog post “Lessons from Failures: Case Studies of Businesses That Pivoted Successfully Post-Crisis” examines companies that faced adversity but emerged stronger by strategically pivoting their business models. Through these… [Read More]
Morocco Secures Record EIB Global Financing in 2025 for Resilience and Green Transition
In 2025, the European Investment Bank (EIB) signed €740 million in financing in Morocco through EIB Global, marking the largest amount since 2012. This funding, developed in close cooperation with Moroccan authorities and the EU Delegation to Morocco, supports structural investment in key sectors to strengthen the country’s economic, social, and climate resilience. The financing… [Read More]
As Sudan Conflict Enters Fourth Year, Aid Agencies Appeal for Refugee Assistance
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, alongside 123 partners, has launched an urgent appeal for $1.6 billion to provide life-saving assistance and improved support to 5.9 million people affected by the Sudan conflict across seven neighbouring countries by the end of 2026. The 2026 Sudan Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRRP) will focus on aiding an estimated… [Read More]
Palau’s Disaster Refuges: Protecting Communities and Saving Lives
The small Pacific island nation of Palau is strengthening its resilience against climate change-driven extreme weather through the establishment of a network of emergency shelters, supported by the United Nations. These shelters are part of a broader effort to help communities adapt to rising sea levels, stronger typhoons, storm surges, and flooding, which increasingly threaten… [Read More]
Vanuatu and ADB Forge Stronger Partnership to Unlock Private Sector Funding
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda met with Vanuatu Prime Minister Jotham Napat in Port Vila on 18 February 2026 to celebrate the long-standing development partnership between ADB and Vanuatu and to advance the country’s agenda to scale up private sector investment. President Kanda highlighted ADB’s support for Vanuatu’s economic resilience, which is underpinned… [Read More]
Seven New Stations Confirmed as Prime Minister Unveils Major Rail Investment
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan have announced a long-term commitment to transform rail infrastructure across Wales, marking what they describe as a generational investment following years of underfunding. The joint plan between the UK and Welsh Governments is expected to support around 12,000 jobs and forms part of… [Read More]
Government Cost of Living Payments Support 1.5 Million Households This Winter
Nearly 1.5 million households across England and Wales have received a £25 Cold Weather Payment since December, providing essential support to help vulnerable people meet heating and energy costs during periods of freezing temperatures. More than £35 million has been distributed so far this winter, offering timely assistance to low-income pensioners, families with young children… [Read More]
$1.6 Billion Humanitarian Appeal Announced for Sudan Refugee Crisis
The 2026 Sudan Regional Refugee Response Plan (RRRP), led by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, seeks $1.6 billion to deliver lifesaving assistance to 5.9 million people affected by the Sudan crisis across seven neighbouring countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya, South Sudan and Uganda. The plan prioritises support for an estimated… [Read More]
€1.5 Billion Road Funding Package Unveiled by Ministers for Transport
Ireland’s Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, alongside Ministers of State Seán Canney and Jerry Buttimer, has announced that the Department of Transport will allocate over €1.5 billion in Exchequer funding for national, regional and local roads in 2026. The package represents a 13% increase compared to 2025, signalling a strong commitment to upgrading infrastructure, enhancing… [Read More]
Bulgaria Launches New Study to Boost Measles and Rubella Surveillance Systems
A new public health study introducing dry blood spot (DBS) and oral fluid (OF) sampling for suspected measles and rubella cases was launched in Sofia, Bulgaria, on 9 February 2026. The initiative was inaugurated by Japan’s Ambassador to Bulgaria, H.E. Mr Chikahisa Sumi; Kristina Mauer-Stender, Special Representative of the WHO Regional Director in Bulgaria; and… [Read More]
EBRD Strengthens Agriculture Value Chains in Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is strengthening agribusiness value chains in West Africa through a €70 million loan to Valency International. The financing will support the procurement of key agro-commodities, including cashew, soya beans, cocoa and sesame, in Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria for processing and export. The investment is designed to meet the… [Read More]
EBRD Boosts Agriculture Sector Growth in Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is strengthening agribusiness value chains in sub-Saharan Africa through a loan of up to US$ 70 million (€60 million equivalent) to Robust International. The financing will support the procurement of agro-commodities and reinforce agricultural trade operations in Côte d’Ivoire and Nigeria, marking the Bank’s first food and agribusiness… [Read More]
EBRD Opens Public Consultation for Inaugural Economic Governance Strategy
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has launched a public consultation on its proposed Economic Governance Strategy for 2026–2030, marking the first time the Bank is introducing a dedicated strategy in this area. The consultation period runs from 12 February to 28 March 2026, during which stakeholders are invited to submit comments and feedback… [Read More]
Mazda Foundation 2026 Grants: $586,361 Invested in Food Security, Education & Workforce Programs
The Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc. has announced $586,361 in grant funding for 2026 to support nine nonprofit organizations delivering essential programs in food security, education and STEM, and workforce development across the communities served by Mazda. The funding underscores the Foundation’s long-standing commitment to building high-impact partnerships that expand opportunity and strengthen community resilience. According… [Read More]
Estonia and EIB Collaborate to Boost Rental Housing Sector Innovation
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has partnered with the Estonian Ministry of Climate to address the growing rental housing gap and stimulate investment beyond the country’s main urban centers. Currently, only about two percent of new dwellings in Estonia are built outside Harju, Tartu, and Pärnu counties, even though roughly one-third of the population lives… [Read More]
Tropical Cyclone Alfred Aftermath: How Queensland Beaches Are Making a Comeback
Queensland is set to restore its southern beaches following the damage caused by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, thanks to a $57 million disaster recovery package. The funding, part of the 2025 Tropical Cyclone Alfred Environmental Recovery Package: Coastline Rehabilitation Program, will support eight councils in rebuilding popular coastal areas from Bundaberg to the Gold Coast. The… [Read More]
Russian Training Initiative Boosts FAO Livestock Health Expertise Globally
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) operates in six official languages, allowing it to disseminate technical knowledge and guidance to a wide range of audiences worldwide. This multilingual approach supports capacity development, facilitates effective communication, and strengthens partnerships among stakeholders across different regions. In Europe and Central Asia, Russian remains a… [Read More]
Civil Society Urges Fair Elections at UN Committee on NGOs
Civil society organisations around the world are calling for competitive elections to the United Nations Committee on Non-Governmental Organisations (Committee on NGOs), emphasizing the importance of inclusive and transparent processes. For NGOs to engage meaningfully with the UN, they must first obtain ECOSOC consultative status, a process managed by the Committee, which acts as a… [Read More]
$1.2 Million in State Funding Announced by Governor Hochul for New York Historical Centers
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $1.2 million investment for historical societies across New York State, aimed at preserving culturally significant sites and expanding community engagement. Of this amount, $1 million is allocated to the Weeksville Heritage Center in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, to support ongoing preservation efforts, literacy programs, staff, and educational tours, as well as… [Read More]
New $1.5B Initiative Launched by Hochul and Mamdani to Support City Budget Recovery
Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani have announced that New York State will provide an additional $1.5 billion over two years to help address the city’s fiscal challenges. This includes $1 billion in operating support for City Fiscal Year 2026 and $510 million in City Fiscal Year 2027, with $510 million… [Read More]
$3.8 Million New York State Grants Announced to Preserve African American Heritage
Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $3.8 million New York State African American Heritage Grant Program aimed at supporting and promoting the history and achievements of African Americans and people of African descent across the state. The program will provide funding to nonprofit organizations and local governments to document, interpret, and preserve sites, stories, and cultural… [Read More]
Apply Now: Junior Fellowship Funding for Emerging Leaders
The Future Leaders programme was established to support early-career academic and clinical researchers in neuro-oncology, helping them become leading experts in the field. The award provides up to £1.8 million in funding over 12 years and includes the resources needed to set up an independent laboratory. After completing the initial three-year phase, postdoctoral fellows are… [Read More]
Young Pastoralists Lead Sustainable Rangeland Development in IYRP 2026
More than 150 young pastoralists from Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and South Sudan recently pledged to lead rangelands and pastoralism toward a peaceful and prosperous future. During a November 2025 gathering, the youth adopted the “Kobebe Declaration,” advocating for the full implementation of the IGAD Transhumance Protocol, a regional framework ensuring the free and orderly… [Read More]

























