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At the 2026 World Overflight Risk Conference in Malta, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Secretary-General Juan Carlos Salazar warned that rapidly evolving weapon technologies are increasing the risk to civilian aircraft operating in or near conflict zones. He stressed that while the aviation sector has shown strong resilience during recent geopolitical crises, operational adaptability… [Read More]

In rural and hard-to-reach parts of Uganda, female genital mutilation (FGM) remains a serious human rights violation and public health concern, deeply rooted in traditional gender norms. These practices often lead to child marriage, school dropouts, and increased exposure to violence, trapping girls in cycles of poverty and limiting their future opportunities. For many communities… [Read More]

The Strait of Hormuz, through which around 20 per cent of global oil and gas supplies pass, has become a critical point of vulnerability as ongoing conflict between Iran and the United States has severely disrupted maritime traffic. This disruption has exposed the global economy’s heavy dependence on fossil fuels, leading to volatile prices, supply… [Read More]

The United Nations is currently supporting efforts to make parts of the South Pacific safe for habitation again, as the long-standing danger of unexploded ordnance (UXO) continues to pose increasing risks to public health and the environment. However, experts warn that corroding munitions left behind from past conflicts are steadily leaking toxic substances into land… [Read More]

Renewable energy is increasingly being recognized as a key driver of energy security, offering countries a stable, domestically produced alternative to fossil fuels. Unlike oil and gas, which are subject to price volatility and geopolitical risks, renewables help reduce emissions, enhance long-term economic stability, and strengthen national energy independence. The second part of this series… [Read More]

Gunfire and explosions were reported on Saturday across multiple locations in Mali, including the capital Bamako, a major military base outside the city, as well as the regions of Gao, Kidal, and parts of central Mali. The attacks come amid ongoing violence involving Tuareg rebel groups seeking a breakaway state in the north, alongside extremist… [Read More]

Since the escalation of conflict following the US–Israeli bombing of Iran in late February, the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding waters in the Persian Gulf have become highly volatile, leaving up to 20,000 seafarers stranded on around 2,000 vessels. Ships have been unable to safely navigate the narrow and strategically vital waterway, highlighting the growing… [Read More]

The African Development Bank, in partnership with the Government of Gabon, successfully concluded the 10th edition of the Africa Energy Market Place (AEMP) in Libreville, held on 8–9 April 2026. The high-level forum brought together policymakers, development partners, and private sector leaders to accelerate reforms and investments aimed at unlocking Gabon’s energy potential and advancing… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group, through the Africa Digital Financial Inclusion Facility (ADFI), has approved a $510,000 grant to Morocco’s Insurance and Social Welfare Supervisory Authority (ACAPS). The funding is aimed at promoting digital innovation and strengthening financial inclusion within Morocco’s insurance sector, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women and young people. ACAPS will… [Read More]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has convened a civil society consultation as part of its ongoing efforts to shape the Regional Integration Strategic Framework (RISF) 2026–2033. This initiative builds on the Bank’s earlier institutional dialogue held in March 2026 with Regional Economic Communities and continental institutions, which helped lay the groundwork for Africa’s next decade… [Read More]

Governments worldwide invest heavily in programs designed to improve small and medium-sized enterprises’ (SMEs) access to finance, with the expectation that better credit access will boost firm growth, employment, and economic diversification. However, evidence from Kazakhstan shows that the effectiveness of these programs depends heavily on how they are designed, not just how much money… [Read More]

In today’s global economy, a country’s competitiveness depends not only on what it produces but also on how efficiently goods move across and within borders. Efficient logistics systems, including transport, warehousing, and customs brokerage, help reduce costs, improve reliability, and expand trade. When goods move faster and more predictably, businesses become more competitive and economies… [Read More]

Ry, a garment factory worker in Cambodia, transformed her role from employee to peer educator after receiving digital and financial literacy training. What began as personal learning enabled her to manage finances, use mobile applications, and eventually train her colleagues. Today, she helps other women use digital tools such as banking apps for payments, savings,… [Read More]

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution formerly known as CDC Group, has announced a new five-year strategy aimed at mobilising £15 billion of capital into developing countries. The shift reflects its transition from traditional aid-style financing toward a model focused on attracting private investment and supporting long-term economic development. Of the total,… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has approved a total of €10 billion in new financing, including nearly €2 billion specifically directed toward strengthening Europe’s energy autonomy and accelerating the clean energy transition. The investments focus on expanding renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and upgrading electricity grids to support greater integration of clean power and… [Read More]

The Council has adopted the final legislative step enabling a €90 billion EU loan package for Ukraine, originally agreed by the European Council in December 2025. This approval allows the European Commission to begin disbursing funds as early as the second quarter of 2026, aimed at addressing Ukraine’s urgent financial and defence-related needs over 2026… [Read More]

In response to recent flooding in Afghanistan, the European Union has provided €175,000 (over 13 million Afghani) in humanitarian assistance to support vulnerable communities across several affected provinces, including Badghis, Farah, Ghor, Helmand, Herat, Kandahar, Logar, and Uruzgan. The funding is expected to directly benefit around 12,000 people who have been impacted by the disaster…. [Read More]

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution, has announced a new five-year strategy aimed at mobilising £15 billion of capital into developing economies. Of this total, BII will directly contribute up to £8 billion, while the remaining amount is expected to come from private investors. The strategy places strong emphasis on increasing private… [Read More]

Africa’s routine immunisation programmes are delivering major public health and economic gains, particularly through HPV and malaria vaccines, while also facing growing financial pressure that could threaten future progress. HPV vaccination in African countries is projected to prevent nearly one million cervical cancer deaths and generate about US$1.8 billion in economic benefits through reduced treatment… [Read More]

The mental health crisis among children and young people has become a growing societal concern, with girls and young women experiencing a particularly sharp rise in poor mental health over the past decade. Despite this trend, their specific needs remain underrepresented in public debate and policy, while overstretched youth and voluntary services struggle to meet… [Read More]

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, with financial support from the Government of the United States, has concluded a multi-country project aimed at strengthening early warning systems and biosecurity to improve the detection and prevention of animal health threats. The closing event in Accra brought together government officials, technical experts, development partners,… [Read More]

Zimbabwe has strengthened its positioning of aquaculture as a key investment sector during the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) 2026 in Bulawayo, where government officials, development partners, investors, and private sector actors gathered for a FISH4ACP side event focused on unlocking opportunities in fish production and trade. The initiative, implemented by the Food and Agriculture… [Read More]

Extreme heat events are increasingly threatening global agrifood systems, with over a billion people affected and hundreds of billions of work hours lost each year, according to a joint report by the Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Meteorological Organization. Agricultural workers are among the most exposed, as rising temperatures directly damage crops, livestock,… [Read More]