The African Development Bank (AfDB) has introduced a new digital platform in Ghana designed to strengthen project supervision, improve data collection, and enhance the delivery of development programmes across the country. The platform, called Remote Appraisal Supervision Monitoring and Evaluation (RASME), was launched during a capacity-building workshop held in Accra from 16–19 June 2026. It… [Read More]
World Bank Funds $119 Million Flood Resilience Project to Protect Jobs in Brazil
The World Bank Group has announced a $119.2 million investment to strengthen flood resilience in Brazil’s Santa Catarina state, aiming to reduce disaster risks, protect jobs, and safeguard communities in one of the country’s most economically important and climate-vulnerable regions. The project is expected to benefit around 420,000 people across 54 municipalities, many of whom… [Read More]
World Bank Calls for Public Finance Reforms to Boost Growth in Central African Republic
The World Bank has urged urgent structural reforms in the Central African Republic (CAR) to strengthen public finances, improve economic stability, and support long-term growth and job creation. A new report titled “Strengthening the Transparency, Sustainability and Efficiency of the Public Sector” highlights that despite recent improvements in security and public finance management, CAR continues… [Read More]
World Bank Approves US$150 Million to Support Sri Lanka’s Growth and Reform Agenda
The World Bank Group has approved US$150 million in financing to support Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic reform programme aimed at strengthening growth, improving competitiveness, and creating new employment opportunities. The funding is part of the Sri Lanka Reforms for Growth, Resilience and Openness Development Policy Operation (REGROW DPO), which is the first in a planned… [Read More]
World Bank Approves Major Water and Irrigation Modernization Project in Tajikistan
The World Bank Group has approved a new large-scale investment to modernize Tajikistan’s water and irrigation systems, aiming to improve agricultural productivity, strengthen water management, and support climate resilience across the country. The Second Strengthening Water and Irrigation Management (SWIM-2) project will be financed through a $75 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA)…. [Read More]
World Bank and Morocco Launch Major Pumped Hydropower Project to Boost Clean Energy
The World Bank Group and the Government of Morocco have announced a new partnership to develop a large-scale pumped storage hydropower project in northern Morocco, aimed at strengthening the country’s electricity system while accelerating the transition to renewable energy. The Ifahsa Pumped Hydropower Storage Project, located near Chefchaouen, has been approved with $265 million in… [Read More]
EIB and EU Leaders Push for Increased Investment in Affordable Housing Across Europe
Local and regional leaders across the European Union have joined forces with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to strengthen investment in affordable and sustainable housing, highlighting the urgent need to scale up financing to address Europe’s growing housing crisis. During a plenary session of the European Committee of the Regions, policymakers, Members of the European… [Read More]
EIF Backs New €20 Million Fund to Support Growth Companies in Finland
The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed €20 million to a new Finnish private credit fund aimed at improving access to financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with strong growth potential. The investment supports the newly launched SP Growth Fund Ky, which is designed to help innovative companies in Finland secure the capital they… [Read More]
WFP Warns of Deepening Hunger Crisis in Northern Nigeria Amid Conflict and Funding Cuts
The World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that Nigeria’s food security crisis is worsening rapidly, driven by escalating conflict and shrinking humanitarian assistance across northern regions, particularly in the northeast. A recent Cadre Harmonisé analysis shows that more than 17 million people across nine conflict-affected states are now facing crisis, emergency, or catastrophic levels of… [Read More]
UN Highlights Four Key Strategies to Help Communities Cope with Rising Summer Heat
The United Nations has outlined four major strategies to help countries protect communities from increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves as global temperatures continue to rise. The initiative comes as heat-related deaths have increased by 23% between the 1990s and 2021, reaching an estimated 546,000 deaths annually. According to the UN, climate change is making extreme… [Read More]
ILO Promotes Social Dialogue to Strengthen Workplace Equality in Laos
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has highlighted the importance of stronger social dialogue between employers and workers to improve workplace equality, eliminate discrimination, and enhance trade competitiveness in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The discussion took place during the Bipartite Workshop to Strengthen Labour Relations Policies, Arrangements and Practices to Address Gender Discrimination, Violence and… [Read More]
ILO Expands Health Coverage and Social Protection for Vulnerable Families in Nigeria
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has expanded access to healthcare and social protection for more than 3,600 women, men, and children living in vulnerable cocoa-growing and artisanal mining communities across Ondo, Niger, and Osun States in Nigeria. Implemented through the ACCEL Africa II Project and funded by the Government of the Netherlands, the initiative enrolled… [Read More]
Ireland Completes €3.8 Million River Wad Phase 1B Flood Relief Scheme
Ireland has completed the €3.8 million River Wad Phase 1B Flood Relief Scheme, marking a significant milestone in protecting homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure from flooding in north Dublin. The project was officially welcomed by Minister Kevin “Boxer” Moran and Dublin City Council, highlighting the government’s continued investment in climate resilience and flood protection. Delivered… [Read More]
WHO Releases New Guidance on Repair and Recycling of Assistive Technology
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published new guidance to help countries extend the lifespan of assistive technology while reducing waste, lowering costs, and improving access to essential mobility and self-care products. The report promotes sustainable repair, refurbishment, and recycling practices based on the WHO-GATE 5P framework and circular economy principles. The guidance focuses on… [Read More]
WHO Urges Stronger Earthquake Preparedness to Protect Health Systems
The World Health Organization (WHO) has called for stronger earthquake preparedness as health ministers and senior officials gathered in Istanbul to strengthen the resilience of health systems against future seismic disasters. The high-level conference comes three years after the devastating 2023 Türkiye–Syria earthquakes and amid scientific warnings that Istanbul could face a major earthquake in… [Read More]
EBRD and EU Complete Water Conservation Awareness Campaign in Egypt
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) have successfully concluded a water conservation awareness campaign in Egypt under the Kitchener Drain Depollution Programme, celebrating its achievements during a closing ceremony held in Kafr El Sheikh. The campaign engaged around 2,000 students from the governorates of Kafr El Sheikh, Gharbeya,… [Read More]
EBRD and EU Support Water Conservation Campaign for Egyptian Students
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in partnership with the European Union (EU), has launched a water conservation awareness campaign to educate young people in Egypt about the importance of protecting water resources and reducing pollution. The initiative is part of the Kitchener Depollution Programme, which focuses on promoting sustainable environmental practices in… [Read More]
EBRD and GCF Launch €160 Million Climate-Resilient Water Programme in Central Asia
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) have announced the launch of the Resilient Water Systems Programme, a major climate adaptation initiative designed to improve water infrastructure in the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan. Approved during the 45th meeting of the GCF Board in Dushanbe, the programme combines €55… [Read More]
UNDP and Kyrgyzstan Strengthen Climate Resilience Through Early Warning Systems
Climate resilience efforts in Kyrgyzstan are being strengthened through collaboration between the United Nations Development Programme and the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES), following a series of destructive mudslides that have highlighted the country’s vulnerability to climate-related disasters. On 14 July 2024, mudslides from the Ak-Buura River overflowed into residential areas of Osh city, resulting… [Read More]
Cybersecurity Must Be a Core Priority in Digital Transformation, Says UNDP
Cybersecurity is becoming a critical foundation for successful digital transformation, according to a new analysis by the United Nations Development Programme Global Centre in Singapore. As countries rapidly adopt digital technologies to improve services, governance, and economic growth, experts warn that security measures are often lagging behind expansion efforts. The article highlights that digitalization has… [Read More]
EBRD Supports KMF Bank with US$ 50 Million Loan to Boost MSMEs and Women-Led Businesses in Kazakhstan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has announced a financing package of up to US$ 50 million for KMF Bank in Kazakhstan to strengthen lending to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with a strong focus on women-led businesses. The loan is part of a broader effort to expand access to finance for private… [Read More]
EBRD Provides €25 Million Loan to Boost Besler’s Food Production and Inclusion Projects in Türkiye
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has announced a €25 million loan to Besler Gıda ve Kimya Sanayi ve Ticaret, a major food processing company in Türkiye, to support expansion, modernization, and social inclusion initiatives across its operations. The financing package will help Besler increase production capacity through new production lines, upgraded equipment, a… [Read More]
Kenya Digital Skills Gap Report Highlights MSME Opportunities and Risks in the Digital Economy
A new needs assessment by the Joint SDG Fund through the Green and Digital Innovation Hub (gDIH) has mapped significant digital skills gaps among micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and marginalized communities in Kenya. The report draws on 854 responses collected across 14 innovation hubs under the DigiKen programme, offering one of the most… [Read More]
