The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $50 million results-based loan to strengthen and modernize Armenia’s health care system, supporting nationwide reforms aimed at improving service quality, infrastructure, and access to care. The programme, known as the Health Care Quality Improvement Program, is designed to support Armenia’s ongoing health sector reforms by upgrading facilities,… [Read More]

Detroit — May 30, 2026 — Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) has officially entered the utility market with the launch of Ford Energy, a new subsidiary backed by a $2 billion investment. The move positions Ford as a hyperscaler in the energy sector, manufacturing lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS) designed for utilities, industrial customers, and… [Read More]

Asheville, June 2026 – The availability of up to $88 million in federal affordable housing grants has sparked unprecedented interest from developers and advocates, creating what many describe as a rare chance to tackle the region’s severe housing crisis. Housing groups, including MountainTrue, have urged the city to prioritize multifamily affordable rental construction over single‑family home… [Read More]

Expressions of Interest have opened for the Heritage at Risk Capital Fund, a major funding programme designed to support the repair and conservation of historic sites and buildings across England that are considered at risk. The fund is managed by Historic England and provides capital grants to restore listed buildings, conservation areas, registered parks and… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has completed a global training programme aimed at improving safety standards and strengthening professional skills for port workers operating in bulk cargo terminals across multiple countries. The initiative was delivered under the Portworker Development Programme II (PDP 2) in partnership with the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organization… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has launched a new continental network of master trainers aimed at strengthening work-based learning systems across Africa and improving pathways to decent employment. The initiative was officially launched during a five-day workshop held in Abuja, Nigeria, from 25 to 29 May 2026, bringing together 20 trainers from across the continent… [Read More]

Dublin — May 29, 2026 — Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Martin Heydon TD has announced a new five‑year initiative to promote farm safety awareness among children and young people. The programme, awarded to Irish Rural Link’s AgriKids, will deliver interactive safety education at agricultural shows and public events nationwide. The AgriKids Farm Safe Roadshow… [Read More]

The International Labour Organization (ILO) has supported a hands-on occupational safety initiative in Mongolia aimed at improving workplace standards in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with training sessions conducted in Darkhan-Uul province between January and April 2026. The programme, organized in collaboration with the Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC) in Mongolia, focused on practical… [Read More]

Puerto Rico has advanced its long-term care and healthy aging agenda through the implementation of a Ten-Year Healthy Aging Plan, supported by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). The initiative focuses on improving care systems for older adults and addressing the challenges of a rapidly aging population. The effort is being implemented with technical assistance… [Read More]

Nicosia, Cyprus — May 29, 2026 — The Office of Public Works (OPW) has been awarded a Grand Prix at the prestigious European Heritage/Europa Nostra Awards 2026 for its innovative training programme designed to improve energy efficiency in heritage properties. The OPW project developed practical guidance and technical training to help public authorities enhance the energy performance… [Read More]

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) is reinforcing regional health security coordination among Canada, Mexico, and the United States as preparations intensify for the FIFA World Cup 2026, one of the largest upcoming global mass gatherings. The initiative is being carried out through the Health Security Working Group, established in 2023, which brings together public… [Read More]

The World Health Organization (WHO) has called on governments worldwide to take urgent action to protect young people from rising addiction to tobacco, e-cigarettes, and other nicotine-based products, warning that aggressive industry tactics are driving a new generation of users. The appeal comes ahead of World No Tobacco Day (May 31) and highlights growing global… [Read More]

Dublin — May 29, 2026 — The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has announced over €731,000 in grants to 112 organisations and local authorities under the 2026 Communicating Europe Initiative, marking a major step in public engagement ahead of Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which begins on 1 July 2026. The announcement was made… [Read More]

A traveling multimedia exhibition titled “The Infinite Memory of the Pandemic” has opened in Brasília, Brazil, aiming to preserve and share the lived experiences of the COVID-19 crisis through a large-scale public archive of testimonies, images, and documents. The initiative is led by Brazil’s Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization… [Read More]

Bishkek — May 29, 2026 — The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a new initiative to strengthen Kyrgyzstan’s aquaculture sector, aiming to boost sustainability, productivity, and competitiveness in fish value chains. The project, titled Sustainable Fish Value Chains for Landlocked Developing Countries (SVC4LLDCs), is funded by the Ministry of Oceans and… [Read More]

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has called for stronger regional action to protect young people from rising tobacco and nicotine addiction, highlighting both progress in tobacco control and emerging risks from new nicotine products. The warning comes ahead of World No Tobacco Day (May 31) and reflects growing concern across the Americas about increased… [Read More]

Somalia has launched a major national initiative to improve climate resilience and disaster preparedness through a strengthened Multi-Hazard Early Warning System (MHEWS). The programme is part of the global “Early Warnings for All” (EW4ALL) initiative and aims to significantly reduce the human and economic impact of climate-related disasters across the country. The initiative is being… [Read More]

Lerwick, June 2026 – The Shetland Community-Led Local Development (CLLD) programme is now open for bids from community-based projects, with a total of £238,704 available in funding for the 2026/27 period. The programme, funded by the Scottish Government and administered by Shetland Islands Council on behalf of the Local Action Group, supports sustainable initiatives that strengthen… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group has concluded its 61st Annual Meetings in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, with governors endorsing a new strategic direction aimed at transforming Africa’s financial systems and accelerating development financing across the continent. The Board of Governors of the African Development Bank strongly endorsed the “Four Cardinal Points” strategic vision presented… [Read More]

San Francisco, June 2026 – Insurance technology company Corgi has closed a Series B1 round with participation from Prime Capital, Kindred Ventures, and other investors, just weeks after announcing a $160 million Series B round at a $1.3 billion valuation. The fresh funding comes as Corgi continues to scale its platform, which provides underwriting, claims handling,… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the Development Bank of the Central African States (BDEAC) have signed a letter of intent to deepen cooperation aimed at strengthening financial systems and expanding development financing across the Central African region. The agreement was signed in Brazzaville during the AfDB 2026 Annual Meetings by AfDB President Dr…. [Read More]

Chicago, June 2026 – Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) have unveiled $5 million in tourism funding through three grant programs aimed at boosting attractions, events, and international visitation across the state. The funding includes $2 million for the Route 66 Grant Program, $1 million for the International Tourism… [Read More]

Senior policymakers, development financiers, and private sector leaders at the African Development Bank (AfDB) 2026 Annual Meetings have expressed strong support for the New African Financial Architecture for Development (NAFAD), a flagship initiative designed to close Africa’s estimated $400 billion annual development financing gap. The discussions, held in Brazzaville, focused on how Africa can mobilise… [Read More]