New Zealand has announced the creation of a streamlined Transition Research Fund for 2027, designed to align science funding with national priorities and deliver outcomes that benefit the country. The fund was developed on advice from Research Funding New Zealand, the newly established science funding decision‑maker, and consolidates investigator‑led research into a single structure with… [Read More]

The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has issued a strong warning that the ceasefire situation in Lebanon is deteriorating rapidly, describing it as being “in pieces” due to a significant surge in hostilities. The organization highlights that instead of bringing relief and stability, the ceasefire has failed to stop ongoing violence, leaving civilians exposed to continued… [Read More]

Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) have announced coordinated measures to support countries facing the compound impacts of the conflict in the Middle East. These impacts include disruptions to energy and fertilizer markets, trade routes, and spillover effects on inflation, food security, jobs, fiscal balances, and financing conditions. MDBs emphasized their unique ability to combine financing, policy… [Read More]

The UBS Optimus Foundation has strengthened its collaborative philanthropy model by expanding its network of co-funders, enabling larger-scale and more coordinated investments in global social impact initiatives. The foundation operates as part of UBS’s broader social impact and philanthropy platform, mobilizing capital from clients, employees, and institutional partners to support programs focused on education, health,… [Read More]

Viet Nam’s economy has shown strong resilience despite global uncertainty, according to the World Bank’s latest Viet Nam Economic Update. Growth is projected to moderate to 6.8% in 2026, following an 8% expansion in 2025, reflecting continued strength in exports, investment, and domestic activity alongside a sweeping reform agenda. The report highlights that while the… [Read More]

The World Bank has approved a new project to catalyze investment in low‑carbon industrial commodities, clean fuels, and enabling infrastructure in Brazil’s Northeast region. Anchored by a US$500 million loan, the total financing package amounts to US$968 million, including concessional loans and grants from the Climate Investment Funds’ Clean Technology Fund, the Livable Planet Fund,… [Read More]

Qatar Foundation’s Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) has launched a $30 million Tech Venture Fund to support early-stage deep technology startups based in Qatar. The initiative is designed to strengthen the country’s innovation ecosystem by backing science-driven companies working in advanced technology sectors and enabling them to scale regionally and globally. The fund focuses… [Read More]

Queensland communities impacted by recent floods and cyclones will benefit from a $48 million recovery funding package aimed at supporting long‑term recovery. The funding, delivered under the joint Commonwealth‑state Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), targets primary producers, vulnerable residents, environmental restoration, sport and community infrastructure, and recovery efforts in Cook Shire. The largest share of… [Read More]

The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has fully exited its long-held position in Microsoft, selling its remaining 7.7 million shares worth approximately $3.2 billion. This marks the end of a decades-long investment relationship with the company co-founded by Bill Gates. The divestment is part of a broader strategy by the foundation to gradually liquidate its… [Read More]

Leaders across West and Central Africa are urging greater funding to help communities cope with the impacts of climate change, as floods, droughts, and environmental degradation increasingly drive displacement and reshape migration patterns. At a regional conference in Lagos, Nigeria, held on 12–13 May, governments and partners developed a roadmap to protect livelihoods and strengthen… [Read More]

The City Bridge Foundation, one of London’s largest independent charitable funders, has announced that it has distributed approximately £895 million in grants to more than 9,000 organisations across the capital. This milestone highlights nearly three decades of sustained investment in community development, social justice initiatives, and grassroots support across London. The foundation, which also serves… [Read More]

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a $200 million financing facility for Nigeria’s Bank of Industry (BOI) to expand access to long‑term financing for enterprises in key growth sectors. The initiative is designed to drive Nigeria’s industrial transformation by supporting businesses in infrastructure, transport, agro‑food processing, health, pharmaceuticals, and… [Read More]

The Australian Sports Foundation’s FY25 “Giving for Sport” report highlights the growing role of philanthropy in supporting grassroots and community sport across Australia. The report shows that sports fundraising and donations have continued to rise, reflecting increasing reliance on community contributions to sustain clubs, athletes, and sporting programs nationwide. According to the findings, tens of… [Read More]

The Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF) has officially re-launched the NF Registry on World NF Awareness Day, marking a significant step forward in advancing global research on neurofibromatosis (NF) and schwannomatosis. The updated registry is designed as a patient-powered research platform that enables individuals living with NF to contribute directly to scientific studies aimed at improving… [Read More]

The Department of Environment (DOE) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a collaborative study to assess the impact of sand and dust storms (SDSs) on biodiversity, with a focus on understanding how these environmental events affect ecosystems and natural habitats. The initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen environmental resilience and… [Read More]

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), in collaboration with the African Development Bank, UNDP, UNEP, and the Partnership on Transparency in the Paris Agreement (PATPA), concluded a three‑day Regional Training Workshop in Maputo from 27–29 April 2026. The workshop aimed to strengthen Africa’s capacity to prepare high‑quality Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs) under… [Read More]

UN Women has been supporting women affected by recent typhoons in Viet Nam through targeted cash assistance programs aimed at helping them rebuild livelihoods and restore economic stability. The initiative focuses on assisting vulnerable women whose incomes and living conditions were severely disrupted by extreme weather events, particularly in communities heavily dependent on agriculture, small… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group, in partnership with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Government of Rwanda, has launched the Energy Sector Results Based Financing Phase II (RBF II) Program to advance universal access to reliable, clean, and affordable energy. With a total cost of $300 million, the program is financed through a… [Read More]

A United Nations representative has called for stronger collective action to address the ongoing challenges faced by women worldwide, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation in advancing gender equality and protecting women’s rights. The statement highlighted that despite progress in many areas, women and girls continue to face significant barriers related to economic participation, education,… [Read More]

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has announced funding support for four new research projects aimed at advancing scientific understanding and treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS). The initiative reflects ongoing efforts to accelerate breakthroughs in MS research and improve outcomes for individuals living with the neurological condition. The selected projects focus on innovative approaches that may… [Read More]

A recent report has revealed that India’s cities will require investments worth approximately US$854.43 billion to support rapid urban growth and infrastructure development over the coming years. The report highlights the increasing pressure on urban infrastructure due to population growth, migration, and expanding economic activities in cities across the country. As urbanization accelerates, the need… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group will launch the 2025 edition of the Africa Industrialization Index (AII 2025) during its 2026 Annual Meetings in Brazzaville. Alongside this, the inaugural Africa Industrial Investment Barometer (AfIIB) will also be released, offering new insights into industrial investment flows across the continent. Both reports are expected to provide key findings… [Read More]

The Queensland Government has announced that the Infrastructure Activation Fund will help unlock more than 51,000 new homes across the state by supporting critical infrastructure required for residential development. The initiative is designed to accelerate housing supply and address growing demand by funding essential infrastructure projects that enable new housing developments to move forward more… [Read More]