The International Labour Organization has introduced two new collections of case studies aimed at helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Japan integrate human rights into their business practices. Developed in collaboration with the Japan Federation of Labour and Social Security Attorney’s Associations and the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association, the guides provide… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has launched Water Forward, a global initiative aimed at improving water security for 1 billion people by 2030. Developed in collaboration with multilateral development banks, development finance institutions, and key partners, the platform seeks to align policy reforms, financing, and partnerships to expand reliable water services and strengthen resilience against droughts… [Read More]

A $25 million contribution from the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has enabled the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to expand critical food assistance and livelihood support across Yemen, where more than 17 million people faced hunger in 2025. The funding helped WFP deliver emergency food aid to over 43,000 families… [Read More]

The African Development Fund (ADF) has approved a grant of 1.7 billion CFA francs to support a new project aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of the private sector across the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU). The initiative will benefit all eight member countries—Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea-Bissau, Mali, Niger, Senegal, and Togo—while… [Read More]

A new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency highlights the scale and challenges of tracking financial support for clean cooking across 100 access-deficit countries. Drawing on surveys conducted between 2022 and 2024 and data from the OECD Development Assistance Committee database, the report provides fresh insights into investment trends in the Global South. The… [Read More]

The Tonga has launched its second Multi-Hazard Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) Strategy for 2026–2030, marking a major step in strengthening preparedness for public health emergencies. Led by the Ministry of Health with support from the World Health Organization, the initiative highlights a shift toward a more proactive, coordinated, and community-driven approach to managing… [Read More]

The Ford Foundation has announced $60 million in new grants to support nonpartisan nonprofit organizations working to protect democracy and uphold the rule of law in the United States. The funding, released within the first 100 days of Heather Gerken’s presidency, aims to reinforce efforts to safeguard democratic systems and promote civic participation nationwide. Over… [Read More]

The Green Climate Fund has selected Nairobi as the regional hub for East and Southern Africa as part of a major $960 million climate funding push and global expansion strategy aimed at accelerating project delivery. The decision was made during its 44th board meeting in Songdo, Republic of Korea, in March 2026, where Abidjan was… [Read More]

The Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has successfully reached financial close and disbursed €43 million under the Poro Power Green Bond, marking the first project finance green bond issued in Côte d’Ivoire and across the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU). The total €65 million dual-currency facility, structured in euros and CFA francs (EUR/XOF), will… [Read More]

The British Film Institute has announced a £9.25 million investment to strengthen screen culture and expand film audiences across the UK through the first round of its National Lottery Audience Projects Fund for 2026–2029. The funding will support a wide range of audience-focused initiatives, including cinemas, festivals, and distribution projects aimed at increasing engagement with… [Read More]

The United States Department of State and The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria have announced a major expansion in access to Lenacapavir, a breakthrough HIV prevention injection administered twice a year. The initiative now aims to reach three million people—one million more than previously planned—marking a significant step forward in global efforts… [Read More]

The International Fund for Agricultural Development has raised alarm over growing risks to global food security, warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is severely disrupting rural supply chains and exposing deep vulnerabilities in the global food system. In a new position paper presented during the World Bank Group–IMF Spring Meetings, IFAD highlighted… [Read More]

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has raised alarm over the rapidly evolving humanitarian crisis in Sudan, warning that shifting patterns of displacement and return are intensifying needs across the country. Three years into the conflict, millions remain caught between fleeing violence and returning to devastated communities with little or no… [Read More]

Bulgaria is set to strengthen its position as a leading innovation hub in South-Eastern Europe with a €210 million financing boost for high-tech businesses under a European Union-backed initiative. The programme, managed by the European Investment Fund, aims to support companies in strategic sectors such as microelectronics, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, space, and green innovation…. [Read More]

The conflict in Sudan has entered its fourth year with escalating violence against civilians, as fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues to intensify. According to Amnesty International, the war has been marked by widespread atrocities, including deliberate attacks on civilians, destruction of infrastructure, and severe restrictions on… [Read More]

The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations and the Pan American Health Organization have expanded their partnership through new cooperation agreements aimed at strengthening regulatory systems and vaccine safety across Latin America and the Caribbean. The initiative focuses on improving access to safe, effective vaccines, particularly during public health emergencies. The collaboration will support more efficient… [Read More]

The Food and Agriculture Organization has highlighted scalable solutions to transform agrifood systems across Africa during a special event at the 34th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Africa. The event demonstrated how FAO’s flagship initiatives are delivering measurable results while unlocking new opportunities for investment, innovation, and inclusive growth. Bringing together governments, partners,… [Read More]

The Food and Agriculture Organization has reported significant progress in delivering results across Africa while setting new priorities to accelerate the transformation of agrifood systems through increased investment, innovation, and scalable solutions. Presenting its 2024–2025 results at the 34th Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Africa, the organization highlighted a shift toward more integrated… [Read More]

After three years of conflict, Sudan is facing a rapidly worsening health crisis, with millions lacking access to basic medical care as violence, displacement, and funding shortages continue to strain the system. The World Health Organization has warned that the country’s health situation is now among the most severe globally. Nearly 34 million people require… [Read More]

On the outskirts of Biale in Uganda, the Kriandongo refugee camp stands as a place of both loss and resilience, where thousands of people fleeing war in Sudan are attempting to rebuild their lives. Since the conflict erupted in April 2023, nearly 600,000 Sudanese refugees have arrived, many after exhausting journeys across multiple borders, carrying… [Read More]

The world is failing Sudan as its devastating conflict enters a fourth year, senior United Nations officials have warned, describing it as the largest humanitarian and displacement crisis globally. UN agencies and partners have called for an immediate end to the war between rival military factions as millions face worsening conditions. Tom Fletcher said the… [Read More]

The Canada government is strengthening its commitment to innovation and regional economic growth with a new investment aimed at advancing Francophone and bilingual digital health solutions. The funding is designed to support organizations that help businesses transform ideas into market-ready innovations while creating jobs and improving healthcare outcomes. On behalf of Evan Solomon, the Honourable… [Read More]

The United Kingdom has announced a major increase in humanitarian support for Sudan, pledging £146 million in aid for 2026 while significantly boosting funding to frontline responders to reach more than 1.8 million people affected by the ongoing crisis. The announcement comes as Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper attends the International Sudan Conference in Berlin on… [Read More]