The Seventy-ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) has officially opened in Geneva, bringing together delegations from more than 190 countries to discuss urgent global health priorities and strengthen international cooperation on health challenges. The Assembly serves as the highest decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO), where member states set global health policy directions, review… [Read More]

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is supporting coastal communities in Milne Bay Province, Papua New Guinea, through initiatives that promote sustainable fisheries, marine conservation, and inclusive economic development. The programme is part of broader efforts to strengthen the blue economy by helping small-scale fishers and community enterprises adopt environmentally responsible practices while improving their… [Read More]

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with the International Federation of Green Crescent (IFGC) to strengthen mental health and psychosocial support services for migrants and displaced populations worldwide. The agreement was formalized in Geneva and reflects growing global recognition of the psychological and social challenges faced by people… [Read More]

International Organization for Migration (IOM) Global Goodwill Ambassador Dimash Qudaibergen has called on the international community to strengthen support for Rohingya refugees living in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, following a humanitarian visit to the refugee camps. During his two-day mission, Dimash met refugee families, youth volunteers, and humanitarian workers to better understand the challenges faced by… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has announced plans to more than double its annual guarantee issuance for Africa to $6.4 billion by 2030 as part of a broader strategy to attract private investment, accelerate infrastructure development, and create jobs across the continent. The initiative will be implemented through the World Bank Group Guarantee Platform, which is… [Read More]

The Spanish Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, through the Centre for the Development of Industrial Technology (CDTI), and the European Investment Fund (EIF) have announced a joint investment of €74.7 million in the Asabys Innvierte Tech Transfer fund. Managed by Asabys Partners, the fund is designed to support innovation and company creation in biotechnology,… [Read More]

The World Bank has highlighted tourism as one of Uganda’s most promising sectors for generating large-scale employment and supporting long-term economic transformation. The article emphasizes that Uganda possesses exceptional natural and cultural assets, including mountain gorillas, diverse wildlife, lakes, forests, and cultural heritage, which position the country as a unique global tourism destination. Despite these… [Read More]

mHUB, one of the largest independent hardtech innovation centers in the United States, has launched a new Energy Tech Accelerator focused on advancing technologies at the compute–energy nexus. Supported by The Rockefeller Foundation and several industry partners, the accelerator aims to help startups commercialize solutions that address the growing energy and infrastructure demands created by… [Read More]

The Rockefeller Foundation and Temasek Trust have announced the launch of the Global Coalition for Nuclear Philanthropy (GCNP), a new international initiative designed to mobilize philanthropic funding in support of nuclear energy as part of the global clean energy transition. The coalition was unveiled during the Philanthropy Asia Summit held in Singapore as part of… [Read More]

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has marked 50 years of partnership with Egypt’s private sector, highlighting more than $10 billion invested and mobilized across nearly 300 projects since 1976. The investments have supported key sectors including energy, agribusiness, manufacturing, healthcare, tourism, infrastructure, and financial services, with a strong… [Read More]

Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda has stated that multilateral development banks (MDBs) are intensifying cooperation to support countries affected by the growing economic consequences of the ongoing Middle East conflict and related global crises. Speaking during meetings with G7 finance ministers and central bank governors in Paris, Kanda emphasized that MDBs are working… [Read More]

Amnesty International has called on the Dominican Republic to ensure that its new leadership role in global health is matched by stronger protections for human rights and equal access to healthcare within the country. The statement was issued after the Dominican Republic assumed the presidency of the 79th World Health Assembly, one of the world’s… [Read More]

The ongoing crisis in the Middle East is increasingly affecting vulnerable populations far beyond the region itself, with Myanmar facing a sharp rise in hunger and economic hardship due to escalating global fuel and food prices. According to the World Food Programme (WFP), the surge in transportation and energy costs has intensified pressure on millions… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO) is supporting Montenegro in advancing responsible business conduct (RBC) among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as part of efforts to improve competitiveness, productivity, and sustainable growth. The initiative focuses on helping SMEs align with international labour standards and evolving global market requirements, particularly as the country moves closer to European… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with Ibero-American partners, has strengthened its commitment to advancing the rights of young people through a renewed regional agenda focused on decent work, inclusion, and equal opportunities. The discussions emphasized the importance of placing youth at the centre of labour market policies, particularly in addressing persistent challenges such… [Read More]

The New Zealand Government has announced the continuation and expansion of the Survivor Support and Recognition Fund, a programme designed to support survivors of abuse in care while also recognising and memorialising those who died in state and faith-based institutions and were buried in unmarked graves. The initiative forms part of the broader national response… [Read More]

The story highlights how young leaders from different regions of the world are reshaping the relationship between people and nature through innovative, community-driven solutions. It is published in the context of global biodiversity discussions and reflects the upcoming International Day for Biological Diversity, emphasizing that meaningful environmental change often begins at the local level through… [Read More]

A national dialogue held in Dhaka emphasized the growing importance of responsible business conduct as a key driver for strengthening Bangladesh’s trade competitiveness. The event brought together government officials, private sector representatives, development partners, civil society members, and industry experts to discuss how aligning business practices with global sustainability and due diligence standards can help… [Read More]

The American Academy of Periodontology Foundation has announced the launch of the Levi-Richman Integration Initiative, a $2.5 million program dedicated to advancing understanding of the link between oral and systemic health. Despite decades of research connecting periodontal disease to conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, awareness remains low among physicians and the public. The… [Read More]

The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific has signed a new agreement with The Borrow Foundation to strengthen oral health across the region. The partnership was formalized in Geneva during the World Health Assembly by WHO Regional Director Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala and Nigel Borrow, Trustee of The Borrow Foundation, a… [Read More]

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced the launch of a $300 million investment platform aimed at accelerating renewable power generation in India. The initiative is designed to mobilize large-scale capital for clean energy projects, supporting India’s ongoing transition toward a more sustainable and low-carbon energy system. The… [Read More]

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation (AGF), convened a regional workshop in Cairo under the Thought Leadership Series for Arab States. Titled “Unlocking Innovative Financing for Resilience: Youth, Skills, and Inclusion,” the event explored how innovative financing and impact investing can expand access to jobs, strengthen skills… [Read More]

The ISPO Impact Foundation has been officially introduced alongside the launch of a new €1 million annual grant fund aimed at supporting nonprofit and grassroots initiatives connected to the sports, outdoor, and winter sports sectors. The foundation has been established as an independent body to ensure transparency, strong governance, and fair allocation of funding to… [Read More]