May 26, 2026 — San Francisco — Venture capital firm GSR Ventures has announced plans for a new $350 million fund aimed at backing fast‑growing startups in artificial intelligence, healthcare technology, enterprise software, and next‑generation consumer platforms. The move signals renewed confidence in the global startup ecosystem as investors return to growth‑oriented innovation after a period of economic uncertainty. The… [Read More]

In the Dominican Republic, employment is not limited to factories, offices, or major cities. A growing share of rural livelihoods is emerging from forests, mountains, and protected natural areas, where conservation work, ecotourism, and sustainable agriculture are creating stable jobs while protecting the environment. Protected areas such as Saltos de Jima Natural Monument in Bonao… [Read More]

he UK government has unveiled two major funding packages worth a combined £470 million to strengthen the nation’s chemicals and ceramics sectors, both of which face rising energy costs and mounting pressure to decarbonise. The larger £350 million Critical Chemicals Resilience Fund will safeguard strategically vital chemical producers supplying essential materials to industries such as food, healthcare,… [Read More]

Vaccination has relied on needles and syringes for more than a century, but new research suggests that this may soon change. Scientists are developing alternative vaccine delivery methods designed to make immunisation easier, less painful, and more accessible worldwide. These innovations could also improve vaccine distribution in low-resource settings and strengthen global outbreak response systems…. [Read More]

Toronto — May 26, 2026 — Ahead of Menstrual Health Day on May 28, the Shoppers Foundation for Women’s Health™ has announced $300,000 in funding commitments over two years to support organizations working to advance menstrual equity across Canada. Nearly one in six Canadians faces challenges accessing menstrual products. Since 2022, the Foundation has donated more than $2.3 million to… [Read More]

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a €10 million loan to UniCredit Bank Mostar to accelerate the digital and green transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The financing is part of the EU-backed Go Digital in the Western Balkans Programme, which aims to improve business competitiveness… [Read More]

The UN General Assembly has formally backed a landmark advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice stating that countries have legal obligations under international law to reduce greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change. The resolution, passed by a wide margin, represents a significant moment in global climate governance and strengthens the legal foundation for… [Read More]

The IKEA Foundation has announced a bold new strategy, committing nearly €2 billion to accelerate global climate action. The foundation will now focus exclusively on transforming high‑emitting systems — energy, land, food, buildings, and transport — to help reduce carbon emissions and drive sustainable change. This shift, unveiled during a Devex event on May 28, 2026, marks the… [Read More]

The 79th World Health Assembly has adopted the first-ever resolution on steatotic liver disease (SLD), marking a significant milestone in global noncommunicable disease (NCD) policy. The decision reflects a growing recognition that liver health is central to understanding and addressing the worldwide rise in metabolic diseases. Steatotic liver disease is estimated to affect around 1.7… [Read More]

New York — May 27, 2026 — The LEGO Foundation and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) have announced a groundbreaking five‑year, $97 million initiative to support more than five million children affected by conflict and crisis across East Africa and the Middle East. The partnership will embed play‑based early learning into national education, health, and childhood development systems,… [Read More]

The Dominican Republic has carried out a nationwide consultation on gender equality that gathered input from more than 4,750 women and girls across all 31 provinces, shaping new policy recommendations that will influence both national reforms and the country’s position at the United Nations. Led by the Ministry of Women’s Affairs in partnership with UN… [Read More]

Santo Domingo — May 26, 2026 — Across all 31 provinces of the Dominican Republic, thousands of women have united to share their experiences and aspirations for justice, safety, and equality. The nationwide Gran Consulta Nacional, led by the Ministry of Women’s Affairs in partnership with UN agencies and supported by the United Kingdom, gathered insights from more than 4,750 women and girls, shaping the country’s position at… [Read More]

Tashkent, Uzbekistan — New research supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has highlighted the relationship between gender inequality and corruption, calling for more inclusive and gender-sensitive reforms to strengthen anti-corruption efforts in the country. The study, titled “Gender and Corruption in Uzbekistan: Towards Transformational Change,” was presented during a roundtable held on 25… [Read More]

Rotorua, New Zealand is set to receive a $100 million investment in justice infrastructure under Budget 2026, aimed at upgrading and expanding court facilities to improve access to timely legal services. The funding will support the construction of two new courthouses: one housing the Rotorua Law Courts, including the High Court, District Court, Coroners Court… [Read More]

May 26, 2026 — Western Balkans — The European Union‑funded Regional Programme on Local Democracy (ReLOaD3) has signed financial and grant agreements for 21 projects across municipalities including Gllogoc/Glogovac, Gjakovë/Đakovica, Istog/Istok, Malishevë/Mališevo, and Vushtrri/Vučitrn. The agreements, valued at €274,875, mark a significant step in advancing participatory democracy and civil society engagement in the region. Empowering Civil Society… [Read More]

Ukraine expects financial support for Kyiv to be a key topic at the upcoming NATO summit in July, even as allied backing for new funding proposals remains uncertain, according to Ukraine’s ambassador to Turkey. Ambassador Nariman Dzhelialov said Ukraine hopes the alliance will consider mechanisms for continued financial assistance to strengthen its security capabilities as… [Read More]

Manila, Philippines is preparing to roll out a mobile-based financial education system aimed at strengthening digital financial literacy and improving decision-making among micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative is being developed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in partnership with stakeholders under the United Nations Joint Programme on Inclusive, Competitive and Responsible Digital… [Read More]

Hurungwe District — May 21, 2026 — The Government of Zimbabwe has officially commissioned the 120 kW Dete Solar Mini‑Grid, a landmark renewable‑energy project designed to bring clean, reliable electricity to rural communities in Mashonaland West Province. The initiative, led by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) under the Rural Electrification Fund (REF) and supported by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), marks a… [Read More]

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia has launched a targeted capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening labour inspection systems for domestic workers and assistant herders, two of the country’s most vulnerable worker groups. The training was organized under the International Labour Organization (ILO) Formalization of the Informal Economy Project in collaboration with Mongolia’s Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Protection…. [Read More]

Türkiye has taken a significant step toward shaping its National Just Transition Strategy through a two-day training programme supported by the International Labour Organization (ILO), bringing together government institutions, employers, workers’ organisations, and international experts to support the country’s green and digital transformation agenda. The training, held in Ankara on 21–22 May 2026, was organised… [Read More]

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, has announced a financing package of up to $150 million in partnership with Banco de Bogotá to support job creation, expand access to finance for small businesses, and accelerate Colombia’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The investment is designed to channel private capital into… [Read More]

New York — May 26, 2026 — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has published a thematic review and guidance note on emerging approaches at the intersection of climate, peace and security (CPS). The report draws on operational experience from 15 projects across 28 countries, offering insights into how climate‑related security risks can be addressed through integrated… [Read More]

The European Investment Bank’s development arm, EIB Global, has announced a €10 million technical assistance package aimed at strengthening primary healthcare systems in Sub-Saharan Africa and improving access to sustainable health financing. The initiative will initially benefit Angola, Burundi, Ethiopia, and Zambia, supporting governments in designing and structuring health projects that can attract larger-scale domestic… [Read More]